Wind Instruments Teacher

Bentley Wood High School

Wind Instruments Teacher

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Bentley Wood High School, Stanmore, Greater London

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

, 12 Sep | Get your application in now before you're too late!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 882c7f07853645e6b9f873ff968e7de8

Full Job Description

We are seeking an outstanding Wind Instruments teacher. You will be an excellent performer with a track record of success with the Trinity College and ABRSM or equivalent examinations board. The ability to teach from beginner to grade 8 preferable. The number of hours will vary depending upon the number of students requesting music lessons.

You will be required to teach Clarinet, Flute and Saxophone to pupils across the full age and ability range present in the school in group and individual settings, as required by the Head of Music. You will be key in ensuring the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and wellbeing.

What we offer:

  • An outstanding track record at GCSE, BTEC and A level


  • An inclusive school underpinned by our CARE values


  • Students who actively engage in lessons and have excellent attitudes to learning


  • Extensive professional development. We are the lead school for the Harrow Collegiate Alliance and work closely with other High Schools and Colleges in Harrow


  • Staff wellbeing activities each week, e.g. mindfulness along with staff sports and clubs


  • One of the best sites in London, located on the greenbelt next to Bentley Priory and set in 27 acres of woodland and fields, providing and exceptional learning environment


  • We continue to celebrate hugely successful GCSE and A Level results. The hard work of the students and staff alike has led to these great achievements:

    · 33% of all GCSE grades were the highest levels of 9-7 compared to 22% nationally

    · 57% of all students achieved 9-5 including English and Maths

    · 95% achieving EBacc

    · 31% of A Level grades resulted in an A or A
  • grade and 92% of Health & Social Care students achieved D- D enabling many students to secure a place into their first-choice universities and degree apprenticeships.


  • Tours of the school are strongly encouraged, please contact the school office to arrange a tour and do visit our school website and prospectus to find out more about the school and the role.

    Note: The job you are applying for is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) which requires you to disclose all spent convictions and cautions except those which are 'protected' under Police Act 1997 - Part V and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) and are not subject to disclosure to employers on DBS certificates and cannot be taken into account.

    If you are invited to interview you will be required to complete a "Disclosure of Criminal Record" form and bring the completed form to interview. The School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and safeguarding checks including digital screening will be undertaken prior to appointment. This role involves engaging in regulated activity relevant to children and all staff have safeguarding responsibilities.

    We are seeking an outstanding Wind Instruments teacher. You will be an excellent performer with a track record of success with the Trinity College and ABRSM or equivalent examinations board. The ability to teach from beginner to grade 8 preferable. The number of hours will vary depending upon the number of students requesting music lessons.

    You will be required to teach Clarinet, Flute and Saxophone to pupils across the full age and ability range present in the school in group and individual settings, as required by the Head of Music. You will be key in ensuring the highest possible standards of pupil achievement, personal development and wellbeing.

    What we offer:

  • An outstanding track record at GCSE, BTEC and A level


  • An inclusive school underpinned by our CARE values


  • Students who actively engage in lessons and have excellent attitudes to learning


  • Extensive professional development. We are the lead school for the Harrow Collegiate Alliance and work closely with other High Schools and Colleges in Harrow


  • Staff wellbeing activities each week, e.g. mindfulness along with staff sports and clubs


  • One of the best sites in London, located on the greenbelt next to Bentley Priory and set in 27 acres of woodland and fields, providing and exceptional learning environment


  • We continue to celebrate hugely successful GCSE and A Level results. The hard work of the students and staff alike has led to these great achievements:

    · 33% of all GCSE grades were the highest levels of 9-7 compared to 22% nationally

    · 57% of all students achieved 9-5 including English and Maths

    · 95% achieving EBacc

    · 31% of A Level grades resulted in an A or A
  • grade and 92% of Health & Social Care students achieved D- D enabling many students to secure a place into their first-choice universities and degree apprenticeships.