1 Term, Fixed Term, Part Time - to start April 2025
The Paragon School, Bath is seeking to appoint a part time fixed term Peripatetic Singing Teacher for approximately five hours per week, term times only for one term from April for on a PAYE basis.
The Paragon is an independent, co-educational day school based in a beautiful Georgian house a mile from the centre of Bath. Catering for more than 250 children aged three to 11, we offer a broad curriculum taught in small classes by teachers with a real passion for their subject. The school comprises Squirrels Pre-School, a Pre-Prep and Prep School. The Paragon is the junior school of Prior Park College and part of the Prior Park Schools family which also includes Prior Park School in Gibraltar.
The Singing Teacher is a key role providing 1:1 singing lessons to Paragon students. In addition, there may be the possibility to lead a choir and cover some pre-prep classroom lessons.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant music department in a school that values music. As well as being an embedded feature of the curriculum, outside of the classroom we offer four choirs, samba bands, African drumming clubs, instrumental ensembles and an orchestra. The school participates in Young Voices events, Voices for Life concerts projects in Bath Abbey, competes at the Midsomerset festival, presents 2 musicals every year and often collaborates with Prior Park College.
The department comprises a Director of Music and 7 visiting music teachers. A music administrator also manages all weekly timetabling, pay administration and exam bookings. Music is housed in a purpose-built ‘swiss chalet’ in the grounds of Lyncombe House with one large classroom and three individual practice rooms. The larger room is often used for small recitals and has a Kawai baby grand piano. The smaller rooms are all equipped with clavinova-style pianos.
Duties include:
· To provide 1:1 singing lessons to students of all ages.
· Depending on candidate’s availability there may be an opportunity to lead a choir and get involved with classroom projects.
· Participate in school concerts and events, where appropriate. This may be in the evening.
· Prepare students for competitions, performances and external board examinations.
· Provide piano accompanying for exams or concerts.
We offer excellent working conditions in beautiful surroundings with attractive rewards package a supportive working environment, free lunch each day the kitchen is operational. We also offer access to other benefits including free parking onsite, generous fee remission for eligible children, a contributory pension scheme and complimentary gym membership. Paying £35.53 per hour.
The Schools’ Mission is to steward a thriving family of communities with love for the young people they serve at their heart. These vibrant communities cultivate creativity, foster integrity, and transform lives.
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.
Closing date 12:00 Friday 28 February 2025
The School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.
To apply for a position with Prior Park Educational Trust, we ask that the candidates complete an application form, available from our website:
For further details, please contact HR on 01225 835385 or recruitment@priorparkschools.com