Job ID: S-U-3690 - Teacher of Saxophone & Clarinet / Swing & Concert Band Leader

The roleNottingham Girls’ High School is seeking an outstanding and entrepreneurial musician to join our thriving Music Department in a unique hybrid role that combines instrumental teaching with ensemble leadership.This exciting opportunity offers the chance to establish and develop a centre of excellence in saxophone and clarinet tuition while leading and inspiring our swing band and single reed ensembles. As Band Leader, you will direct rehearsals, prepare ensembles for performances and school events, and help cultivate a vibrant musical culture within the school. This element of the role is contracted for 4–5 hours per week during term time, with the potential for expansion in line with pupil demand and programme growth.Alongside ensemble leadership, you will develop and grow a successful private teaching practice in saxophone and clarinet, delivering three ten-week blocks of tuition across the academic year. You will actively promote the woodwind provision, recruit and retain pupils, and inspire young musicians of all abilities to achieve their full potential. Through your teaching, you will foster a culture of musical excellence and encourage a lifelong appreciation of music in our students.We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and highly skilled musician who is an accomplished teacher of both saxophone and clarinet. You will bring energy, creativity and strong organisational skills and will establish and sustain a reputation for excellence in woodwind performance. A proven ability to lead bands and ensembles to a high standard is also essential. This role would suit a candidate who is ambitious, entrepreneurial and passionate about developing young musicians through both individual tuition and ensemble performance.About the SchoolAt Nottingham Girls’ High School, we foster a work environment that is inclusive and supportive, where all students and teachers thrive. Lessons are happy, the curriculum is diverse, and all areas of the school enjoy a focus on excellence in terms of learning and pastoral care. Here, everyone is listened to, valued and respected. We celebrate each individual in our diverse family of teachers, support staff and students, and commit to continually building on our inclusive practices. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from people from diverse backgrounds.We have an attractive and open campus that backs on to the Nottingham Arboretum, an ideal place to walk or run during free periods and over lunch. The school is centrally located with excellent public transport links, including a tram stop less than 500m from the school. We have also recently opened a new gym which staff can access at certain times and enjoy discounted rates.BenefitsAs part of the GDST, the UK’s leading network of independent girls’ schools, we can offer a variety of benefits, such as:· Competitive salaries and pay progression· Generous pension scheme· Extensive professional development opportunities· Training grants for obtaining further qualifications· GDST central training and development programme· Life assurance benefit· Free school lunch· Up to 50% discount on fees for children at GDST schools· Interest free loans for training and computer purchase· Cycle to Work scheme· Employee Assistance Programme· Retail and lifestyle discounts· Financial guidance and supportFor further details