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Working for Slough Music Service

Are you passionate about the development of music for children, young people and their families? Slough is a vibrant and thriving borough, with an exciting future for music education for the community. Our schools are highly supportive of the arts, offering our staff a rewarding and innovative place to work.

Commitment to Safeguarding: Slough Music Service is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to Slough Borough Council safer recruitment protocols, including pre-employment checks, an Enhanced DBS check and the taking up of all references.

See our policy on DBS disclosures in the recruitment process and the recruitment of ex-offenders

Application forms and job information packs should be downloaded via the links below. To discuss any role further please contact the Head of Slough Music Service on 01753 875732 or email via the link in ‘Contact Us’.

Peripatetic Instrumental Teachers

Starting September 2025

(Guitar, Piano, Ukulele and Music Curriculum teacher)

Slough Music Service is a unique, friendly and expanding music service seeking motivated, talented and reliable music teachers who enjoy working with beginners as well as more experienced players.

We are recruiting a number of instrumental tutors to deliver whole-class, small group and individual lessons in schools across Slough from September 2025. There are also opportunities to contribute to extra-curricular ensembles, holiday programmes and a wide range of concerts and community events throughout the year.

About the Role

Teach engaging and high-quality instrumental lessons in a variety of school settings.
Inspire and motivate pupils from diverse musical, cultural and social backgrounds.
Support pupils’ musical progression through well-planned and structured teaching.
Contribute to the wider musical life of the service, including performances and events.

We Are Looking For Tutors Who Have:

High levels of musicianship and secure knowledge of their specialist instrument.
The passion and ability to enthuse, engage and motivate children and young people of all abilities.
Experience of, and enthusiasm for, teaching beginners.
The ability to plan and deliver high-quality, enjoyable lessons that demonstrate clear musical progress each term.
A strong commitment to professionalism, including excellent timekeeping, accurate completion of registers and timesheets, and clear, timely communication.

Experience, commitment and demonstrated musicianship are more important than formal qualifications. Additional pedagogical training and ongoing support will be provided for the right candidates.

Why Join Us?

Slough is a vibrant, diverse and thriving borough with an exciting future for music education. Our schools offer staff a rewarding and innovative environment in which to work.

A supportive and collaborative team.
Regular CPD and professional development opportunities.
The flexibility and encouragement to grow your timetable in line with your professional aspirations.
Opportunities to be involved in ensembles, events and holiday programmes.

We are committed to building and developing a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and particularly welcome applications from those currently underrepresented in music education in Slough. Applicants must be able and willing to travel between venues across the borough.