Job ID: S-U-6588 - Peripatetic Music Teacher for Guitar and Bass Guitar

Job OverviewHammersmith Academy Music Department is seeking a Peripatetic Music Teacher for Guitar and Bass Guitar on a self-employed basis to commence in September 2026.Contract type: Self-employed, initially 10 guitar/bass guitar students (5 hours, 1 day per week) with a view to expand.Teachers charge a standard rate, in keeping with the whole-school agreed charge per hour, issue their own terms and conditions, and invoice parents directly.Pay: £38.50 per hourMusic Department at Hammersmith AcademyHammersmith Academy has a strong culture of music, with many children participating in bands, choirs, the orchestra, and smaller ensembles.Hammersmith Academy has many practice rooms and a main recording studio/practice room, class teaching rooms, a Mac suite, and a theatre for performances. Students with peri lessons are expected to prepare for regular concerts, GCSE performance evenings, and the school musical.Students learn music throughout Years 7-9 for 80 minutes every week, with many choosing the option to study GCSE Music.Job Description/Person SpecificationStrong applicants for the post will have experience with RSL/TCL exams and maintain regular and clear communication with parents about pupil progress and examinations.It is desirable that the suitable candidate will have experience with preparing students for GCSE solo and ensemble performances (Eduqas). There is further opportunity to run a band of GCSE students after school, supporting extra-curricular music through attending music concerts throughout the year.HOW TO APPLYPlease complete an Application Form. With reference to the Job Description and Person Specification, write a supporting statement demonstrating your skills, experience, attributes, and abilities to successfully fulfil the role of Peripatetic Guitar Teacher at Hammersmith Academy (maximum two A4 pages, minimum 11pt font).Your supporting statement should address the following:Provide an overview of your experience teaching guitar (and, where applicable, bass) to children and young people. Explain how your experience has prepared you to deliver engaging, high-quality instrumental tuition, support students of differing abilities, and encourage musical progress, confidence, and enjoyment.Explain your ability to work collaboratively and professionally within a school community, including your approach to safeguarding, inclusion, effective communication, and building positive relationships with students, parents/carers, school staff, and, where appropriate, external music organisations or agencies.CVs will not be accepted for this post.For additional information about Hammersmith Academy please visit our website: https://hammersmithacademy.org/Key DatesClosing Date: Wednesday, 8th July 2026 – 9.00amInterviews: To be confirmedCandidates may be invited for interview upon receipt of a completed Application Form prior to the closing date. We therefore reserve the right to close this vacancy early. Early application is therefore advised.All applications will initially be acknowledged by e-mail. If you have not heard further within two weeks of the closing date you may assume you have not been successful on this occasion.Hammersmith Academy is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, religion, belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, pregnancy, maternity, age, disability, marriage or civil partnership.Hammersmith Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject