Employer

Hampshire Music Service

Location

Schools in Hampshire

Contract Type

Part-Time Permanent

Start Date

1st January 2026

Closing Date

25th November 2025 at 23:59


Pay:
Main or Unqualified range for Teachers

Hampshire Music Service is the lead partner in the Hampshire Music Education Hub, delivering music education to over 10,000 pupils weekly, supported by a team of 180 teachers.

As a Visiting Music Teacher with Hampshire Music Service, you will play a vital role in inspiring, motivating, and enthusing young people in their musical development.

Reporting to a Senior Leader and ultimately to the Head of Service, you will support and promote high-quality music-making in schools and across Hampshire's extensive network of ensembles and choirs.

Your teaching will contribute to the delivery of the music curriculum and will be scheduled according to a timetable prepared by the Service.

Teaching will be tailored to your strengths and preferences, as discussed at the interview stage, and may include a mix of whole-class and small-group instrumental/vocal lessons.

Current Opportunities

Rock 2 the Beat – Basingstoke/Hedge End/East Hants/Winchester/New Forest
Woodwind – North (4.5 hours) and East Hants (3 hours)
Vocal – Andover/Farnborough/Basingstoke/Alresford
Violin/cello/viola – North Hants
Class/L2Me – New Forest/Tadley/East Hants

We welcome teachers of all instrumental families and levels – from guiding absolute beginners to supporting conservatoire hopefuls and lifelong learners.

What You'll Do

Teach in schools and colleges as directed on the timetable and in accordance with HMS guidelines.

Maintain and develop effective relationships with the schools on the timetable in order to develop their confidence in the quality of provision, and promoting the highest levels of participation and achievement, leading to securing continued and increased purchase of Hampshire Music Service provision.

Participate in the Hampshire Music Service programme of professional development to maintain a high-level professional knowledge of current thought and practice in music education.

Attend and participate in staff meetings as and when required.
All teachers will carry out the necessary administration associated with their teaching duties, using directed time in accordance with Standard Teachers' Pay and Conditions

Instrumental and vocal teachers will provide an annual written report on the progress of each instrumental and vocal pupil as required by each school on the timetable, aligning with the schools' own reporting schedule.

Class teachers will contribute to assessment, recording and reporting schemes as appropriate to each school on the timetable.
Class teachers will need to plan and prepare medium-term units of work for each class taught. Where possible, the schools' own scheme of work will be adhered to and contributed to.

Encourage and support the development of all ensemble provision in Hampshire schools, and through Hampshire's Area and County ensemble network.

Direct or assist with an Area or County ensemble if so required.

Contribute, when required, to area and cluster music events, and to workshops and performing events, to promote the work of HMS.

The postholder will ensure full compliance with Hampshire guidance and regulations in all matters of health and safety, including off-site activities and child protection.

What We're Looking For

A degree-level qualification
Qualified teacher status (for whole class curriculum teaching)
High level performance skills as an instrumentalist or vocalist
Substantial recent and relevant teaching experience, including successful group teaching
Up to date knowledge and understanding of pedagogy and developments in music education
Ability to inspire and enthuse young instrumentalists and vocalists
Excellent inter-personal skills
Ability to liaise with teachers, headteachers, parents and governors
Ability to meet the travel requirements of the post
Expertise and successful experience in organising, managing and conducting a music ensemble is desirable

Why join us?

Be part of a nationally recognised centre of excellence in music education.
Work in a supportive, inclusive, and creative environment.
Make a lasting impact on the lives of young musicians.
Opportunities for professional development and collaboration.

No two days are the same Alongside varied teaching roles, you'll have the chance to:

Lead and support ensembles and choirs
Contribute to world music projects, musical theatre productions, and summer activities
Inspire learners through creative workshops and events

You'll be part of a vibrant team delivering music education to over 10,000 pupils weekly, supported by 180 dedicated teachers.

Closing Date

25th November 2025 at 23:59

Interviews

December 2025

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About The Provider

Hampshire Music Service

Hampshire Music Service is committed to working in partnership with organisations locally, regionally, and nationally to deliver outstanding musical opportunities for all children and young people throughout Hampshire.

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