Visiting Teacher of Singing

The roleWe are looking for an outstanding Teacher of Singing to join our talented team of Visiting Music Teachers at the Prep School from September 2026.The successful candidate will be an outstanding musician with a genuine enthusiasm for working with children, many of whom will be beginners, aged between 7 and 11. Proven experience working with this age group is essential.The school has a thriving music department with over 70 girls having lessons in school each week, and a wide range of orchestral and ensemble experiences on offer. As the role develops, there may also be opportunities — shaped by the appointee’s interests and skills — to support and lead our school choirs and to establish small vocal ensembles.You will be engaged on a self-employed basis, term time only. You will be responsible for creating your own timetable, in line with school guidelines, to ensure weekly lessons of 30 minutes are taught to your pupils. The number of pupils will vary due to demand.About Oxford High Prep SchoolOxford High Prep School is a happy and vibrant place to work. The school provides a broad and inspiring education through its curriculum and ethos. Our girls are highly motivated and behaviour is excellent. From our youngest reception pupils through to Year 6, there is a sense of pride at being part of the Oxford High community. It was rated as excellent in all areas in its recent ISI inspection. We are a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust, a national federation of 26 schools.The music department is popular and active. There are currently two orchestras, a wind band, and smaller chamber ensembles run by Visiting Music Teachers as the demand requires. The Music Department is staffed by a Director of Music and 10 visiting music staff, some of whom also work at the Senior School site.For further details and to apply please click the apply button.The closing date is midnight on Monday 20th April 2026.Interviews will be held on Tuesday 28th April 2026.The GDST is committed to diversity, inclusion and real change: a family where every individual is valued, respected and included. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and child protection screening and online checks will apply to this post.