Jobs in Abingdon, 50 52 wootton road

Abingdon School has an exciting opportunity for a VisitingMusic Bassoon Teacher to join the team.Location : Abingdon School, OX14 1DEJob Type : Self-EmployedSalary : Recommended rate of charge is £54.70 per hourClosing date : Thursday 13 March 2025 (Midday)About Us : Abingdon School is a leading independent day and boarding school with around 1000 pupils aged 11-18. The School is situated in 35 acres of beautiful grounds in the centre of Abingdon, just south of Oxford.VisitingMusic Bassoon Teacher – The Role : Abingdon School is looking for a dedicated and inspirational visiting music teacher to joinits thriving and vibrant Music Department to teach individual bassoon lessons. They willneed an ability to inspire and motivate different students, understanding their individualneeds and adapting to meet them.Music holds a prominent place in the life of Abingdon School with very large numbers of students taking individual music lessons, as well as participating in the school’s many choirs and ensembles and the large number of musical events which are designed to give all musicians performance opportunities. Visiting Music Teachers at Abingdon School are appointed on a self-employed basis and invoice parents directly for music tuition. The current recommended rate of charge is £54.70 per hour. Excellent facilities are available for individual music lessons on a room hire basis (in line with guidance received by the School re HMRC expectations for self-employed staff). The current charge is £2.50 per hour.VisitingMusic Bassoon Teacher – Key Responsibilities : - To deliver inspirational bassoon tuition throughout the academic year- Enthusiasm both for the bassoon and for learning processes- Dedication to high standards in both teaching and learning- A willingness to look beyond traditional repertoire and methods of teaching- Excellent communication skills and an ability to respond appropriately to the varied needs of the pupils- Adaptability to fit teaching hours around pupil availability- Organisation and planning to timetable individual music lessons for Bassoon students- To write termly instrumental reports for parentsVisitingMusic Bassoon Teacher – You : - Excellent communication and teaching skills- An understanding of individuals’ needs and an ability to adapt to meet them- An ability to inspire and motivate students- A good team worker- Administrative skills to timetable rotating pupils efficiently- An instrumental diploma, teaching qualification or proven teaching experience- A commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion- A commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children and young people- Values and respects the views and needs of children and young peopleApplication Process : We recognise the value of a diverse and inclusive workplace and are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to ensure that our staffing at all levels and in all roles is diverse and we welcome applications from all backgrounds and all sections of the community.Closing Date :   Thursday 13 March 2025 (Midday) Interviews : From Tuesday 18 March 2025Abingdon is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS check.To submit your application for this VisitingMusic Bassoon Teacher opportunity, please click ‘Apply’ now