Job Description

We are seeking to appoint a Visiting Music Teacher - Piano to work on a casual basis. The purpose of the role is to prepare and give lessons in piano to pupils in our Primary and Secondary School (including 6th form).

The position will see the successful applicant delivering the following key responsibilities;

Key responsibilities

Deliver well-structured, accessible and engaging lessons to support pupils to make progress on their instrument/voice

Organising their own timetable in accordance with the School day and required rotation system

Arranging ensemble rehearsals when required and be willing to undertake accompaniment duties

Provide support to the music department and undertake any appropriate tasks as requested by the Director of Music

to attend concerts, recitals, other events and parents' evenings as requested by the Director of Music

using a register system to record pupils' practice and attendance.

Covering music theory in lessons and managing their time effectively so pupils receive well-rounded lessons.

Thoroughly prepare and enter pupils for ABRSM exams with the aim of achieving excellent results.

Be responsible for own professional development through active learning and reflective practice. Attend training as required including INSET days at the start of each term and a termly VMT meeting
Candidates are strongly encouraged to visit the school website for more information about our thriving school, which offers an exceptionally rich curriculum and strong sense of community www.merchanttaylors.com

The safeguarding responsibilities of the post include:

The provision of a safe environment in which children and young people feel heard

Being aware of the indicators of abuse and neglect

Ensuring vigilance in recognising changes in behaviour or mood

Reporting safeguarding concerns in line with the School's Safeguarding Children and Child Protection Policy

Attending Safeguarding training and updates as requested by the School

The duties of this role meet the definition of regulated activity relevant to children and an enhanced DBS check with children's barred list is appropriate.

School Safeguarding Statement

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo safeguarding checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The 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.

For further details and to apply, please visit www.merchanttaylors.com/join-our-team/support-staff-vacancies

Candidates should submit an application form via email to recruitment@merchanttaylors.com or alternatively post to Human Resources Department, Merchant Taylors' School, Liverpool Road, Crosby, Liverpool L23 0QP.

Closing date: Friday 18th November 2025 at midday however, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Job Type: Part-time

Benefits:

Company events Company pension Free parking Gym membership Life insurance On-site gym On-site parking
Work Location: In person