Teacher of Music (Part Time, 1 Year Fixed Term)

We are looking to appoint a part-time Teacher of Music to join a very successful department in this co-educational, 3 – 18 school. This appointment will be on a one year fixed-term basis initially, but there is the possibility of permanent employment. The aims of the department are to promote innovation, creativity and excellence in music across all stages of primary and secondary school. Music is a very popular subject at Wellington from National 5 through to Advanced Higher and a large number of pupils take instrumental lessons with one of our 15 specialist instructors. The introduction of music technology has created more options for the wide-ranging musical tastes of our pupils and experience in this area would be beneficial.

Music enjoys a high profile within the life of the school and all pupils with an interest in music are encouraged to participate in one of our diverse range of extra-curricular activities. There are a large number of performances throughout the academic year both in school and also in the wider community.

We are seeking to appoint a motivated and inspirational individual with excellent musical skills who is keen to join a department that strives always to support pupils’ enthusiasm and aspirations in music. In the first instance, the successful candidate will be required to teach classes from P4 through to S2. The ability to provide piano accompaniment for school assemblies and other occasions, and for a wide range of purposes within the department, would be advantageous.

The successful candidate will:

· be an innovative and inspiring classroom practitioner

· have the ability to work as part of a team

· have the highest expectations of achievement

· have exemplary interpersonal and organisational skills

· have a good standard of piano and accompaniment skills

· have the experience and confidence to lead choirs and ensembles

· be fully committed to the extra-curricular life of the department

Wellington School is the only independent school in Ayrshire and the school roll is currently in the region of 500 (Nursery – S6). Year groups in the Senior School typically consist of approximately 50 pupils and most remain in the school until the end of S6. The majority of pupils study 8 National 5 courses in S3/S4, before going on to take 5 Higher courses in S5. Pupils in S6 choose from the wide range of Advanced Higher and Higher courses available and almost all proceed to university.

In addition to its curricular provision, Wellington also offers a rich array of other activities and a willingness to participate fully in the life of the school will be expected.

The salary for this post will be in accordance with SNCT scales.

The position is part-time (approximately 0.5FTE) and commences in August 2024. Initially, this appointment will be made on a fixed term basis for one year, but there is the possibility of permanent employment.

Applicants must either be registered with GTC Scotland, or eligible for registration. All teaching appointments are subject to clearance through the Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups Scheme.

Applicants should complete the school’s Job Application Form and provide a covering letter, both of which should be sent by email to vacancies@wellingtonschool.org.

The closing date for applications is Friday 24 May.