Staff Vacancies
Required from September 2024 or January 2025
Applications must be made online through TES. Other forms of application will not be accepted.
Salary: Outer London Payscales plus TLR1(3)
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
Start date: September 2024 or January 2025
Apply by: 14 May 2024
Applications through TES online
This is a very exciting opportunity to lead an exceptional music department with a strong presence not only in the local community, but also on the national and even international stage. Current pupils, many of whom began their musical journeys at Tiffin School, have performed with the UK's finest orchestras, opera companies and soloists, recorded soundtracks for Hollywood films, and broadcast on national radio and television. Tiffin will be the only school to perform at the 2024 BBC Proms. The School wishes to appoint a Director of Music who will have the vision and standard of musicianship to continue the outstanding work of the department. Music has an extremely high profile at the School, excelling with an extraordinary array of co-curricular activity. This appointment comes at a time when the School is introducing Music Aptitude Assessments for 11+ entry. The successful candidate should have experience of musical leadership within a school that illustrates their abilities to continue and develop the all-round excellence in music provision at Tiffin and in the wider community.
For more information, and to apply, please visit the TES site. Applications must be made online through TES: other forms of application will not be accepted. Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
Director of Music Information for Applicants 2024.pdfDirector of Music Job Description and Person Spec 2024.pdfVisiting Cello Teacher (Now Closed)
Required from September 2024, Tiffin School, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL.
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as is practical.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting teacher of cello to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). Initially, the successful applicant will teach approximately 4.5 hours of cello lessons (9 pupils) between 8:30am and 4pm on one agreed day of the week, each week during term time. These hours of work are likely to increase, so a candidate with additional availability is preferred. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £44 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above, from:
https://sites.google.com/tiffin.kingston.sch.uk/music/staff-vacancies or momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
CVs will not be accepted. Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the department’s co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Violin Teacher (Now closed)
Required from April 2024. Closing date for applications Friday 1st March 2024.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting teacher of violin to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). Initially, the successful applicant will teach approximately 5 hours between 8:30am and 4pm on one agreed day of the week, each week during term time. These hours of work are likely to increase, so a candidate with additional availability is preferred. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £42 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above (CVs will not be accepted). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the department’s co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Saxophone (Woodwind) Teacher (Now Closed)
Required from January 2024 (Now Closed To New Applicants)
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible (at which time the process will be closed to new applicants).
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting teacher of saxophone (or woodwind) to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). An ability to teach additional woodwind instruments would be a significant advantage. Initially, the successful applicant will teach approximately 3-4 hours between 8:30am and 4pm on one agreed day of the week, each week during term time. These hours of work are likely to increase, so a candidate with additional availability is preferred. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £42 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above (CVs will not be accepted). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the department’s co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Teacher of Music (Now Closed)
Part time 0.6 or full time with another subject
The closing date for this vacancy has now passed
Required from September 2023
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly, dynamic school where all can thrive and staff are highly valued. Applications are invited from well qualified teachers for this exciting opportunity to teach music throughout the school, including GCSE and A level. The music provision at Tiffin is excellent and one of the many reasons for the school's outstanding reputation. Music is very strong at A level and GCSE, and large numbers of students separately take music lessons. This is a wonderful opportunity for an enthusiastic musician. The position is suitable for an ECT or a more experienced teacher.
Here are some of the key reasons Tiffin is a great School in which to work:
*A vibrant and friendly staff, with a diverse mix of teachers and associate staff: “an amazing school environment. Supportive and friendly staff. Incredible extra-curricular opportunities. An environment where learning for its own sake (rather than just for passing exams) is encouraged and fostered.” (current teacher)
*Very bright and able students who are motivated and eager to learn, in an environment of excellent behaviour: “as our son departs the school he certainly has an exceptional set of qualifications in his pocket, but he carries with him so much more from his time as a Tiffinian: a thirst for learning and an enquiring mind; a keen sense of self-identify; strong peer friendships as well as a bucket-full of happy memories from his schooldays.” (ex-parent)
*An opportunity to teach your subject to a high level: “as I depart for University I would be very grateful if you could pass on my thanks to all the teachers who have helped and supported me over the last seven years and allowed me to make the most of all the fantastic opportunities I have been given.” (ex-student)
*A commitment to professional development
*A location close to Kingston town centre, and excellent public transport links to Central London, Tiffin is minutes away from the train and bus stations. We are close to Richmond and Bushy Parks, and the Surrey countryside. Our sports ground is beautifully situated with the River Thames and Hampton Court Palace very close by.
*Benefits include: season ticket loan/Cycle to Work scheme/salary advance scheme for a rental deposit/free on-site parking/enhanced maternity benefits/2 week Autumn half term holiday/fitness suite
“Tiffin is an outstanding school” – Ofsted 2007 and 2011. We have also recently been reviewed by The Good Schools Guide. Please see our website to read the review.
Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 24th May 2023.
Early applications will be welcome - some interviews may be held in advance of the closing date.
Accompanist to Tiffin Children's Chorus (Now Closed)
Accompanist to Tiffin Children’s Chorus required from September 2023, Tiffin School, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible, at which time the process will be closed to new applicants.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a pianist to accompany rehearsals and performances given by the Tiffin Children’s Chorus from September 2023. Rehearsals take place at Tiffin School KT2 6RL from 4-6pm on Mondays during term time over approximately 30 weeks each year, with approximately three concerts requiring accompaniment performed annually. The successful applicant will demonstrate excellent sight-reading and accompanying skills, along with their ability to follow a conductor. The teacher will be self-employed, invoicing Tiffin School each term for £42 per hour of work. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music staff. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above, or from:
https://sites.google.com/tiffin.kingston.sch.uk/music/staff-vacancies or momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
CVs will not be accepted. Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. The Tiffin Children’s Chorus along with Tiffin School's other choirs, work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Piano Teacher (Now Closed)
Subject to satisfactory DBS checks and references, this position is now filled. Thank you for your interest in this role.
Required from September 2023
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible (at which time the process will be closed to new applicants).
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting teacher of piano to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). Initially, the successful applicant will teach approximately 10 hours (1.5-2 days) of piano lessons (20 pupils) between 8:30am and 4pm on two agreed days of the week, each week during term time. These hours of work are likely to increase, so a candidate with additional availability is preferred. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £42 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above (CVs will not be accepted). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the department’s co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Violin Teacher (Now Closed)
Required from Summer Term (April) 2023
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting violin teacher to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). The preferred candidate will be available to begin immediately, for which subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. Initially, they will teach approximately 4 hours per week during term time, with capacity to increase these hours as new pupils enrol. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £40 per hour. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form available above or from momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk (CVs will not be accepted). Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Cello Teacher (Now Closed)
We are no longer accepting applications for this role.Required for September 2022 at Tiffin School, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as is practical.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting teacher of cello to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). Initially, the successful applicant will teach approximately 5.5 hours of cello lessons (11 pupils), but this is likely to increase, so a candidate with additional availability is preferred. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £40 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form, the link to which can be found above or from momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk (CVs will not be accepted). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the school's co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Flute (and Woodwind) Teacher(s) (Now Closed)
We are no longer accepting applications for this role.Required from September 2022
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as is practical.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting flute teacher to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). An ability also to teach clarinet and saxophone is desirable but not a requirement. The successful applicant will teach approximately 8 hours of flute lessons. Up to 6 hours of clarinet and saxophone teaching may also be available. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £40 per hour. Subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers.
Applicants must please complete the application form, the link to which can be found above, also available from: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
CVs will not be accepted. Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check, with any offer of employment subject to its satisfactory outcome.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument, participate in one or more of the school's co-curricular ensembles, and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Guitar Teacher (classical and electric guitar) (Now Closed)
Required from January 2022
Applications will be considered as they are received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting guitar teacher (classical and electric guitar) to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). The preferred candidate will be available to begin teaching in January 2022, teaching approximately 7 hours each week on a weekday specified by the school. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £38 per hour (increasing to £40 per hour from September 2022). We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers.
Applicants must please complete the application form, the link to which can be found above, also available from: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Bassoon Teacher (Now Closed)
Required from January 2022
Applications will be considered as they are received.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting bassoon teacher to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). The preferred candidate will be available to begin teaching in January 2022. Initially they will teach 1-2 hours per week during term time, with capacity to increase these hours as new pupils enrol. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £38 per hour (increasing to £40 per hour from September 2022). We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. With the departure of the current post-holder, who successfully combines teaching at Tiffin School, Tiffin Girls’ School and Kingston Grammar School, bassoon teaching vacancies will arise at all three schools. The successful candidate will be recommended to these schools should they wish to continue this arrangement.
Applicants must please complete the application form available here in DOC or PDF format, through the links above or from momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk. Applications will be considered as they are received.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Violin Teacher (Now Closed)
Required immediately (September 2021)
Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting violin teacher to teach individual lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). The preferred candidate will be available to begin immediately, for which subscription to the DBS update service (a portable DBS certificate) is desirable. Initially, they will teach 3-4 hours per week during term time, with capacity to increase these hours as new pupils enrol. Preferred days of work are Tue or Thu. The teacher will be self-employed, receiving £38 per hour (increasing to £40 per hour from September 2022). We regret that we cannot provide on-site parking for visiting music teachers. Applicants must complete the application form available above or from momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk (CVs will not be accepted). Applications will be considered as they are received. The successful applicant will be appointed as soon as possible.
The teacher will be expected to engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys (Years 7-13) and girls (Years 12-13) in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Tiffin School, Queen Elizabeth Road, Kingston upon Thames, KT2 6RL
Visiting Double Bass Teacher (Now Closed)
Required from September 2021
Closing Date: Applications will be considered as they are received. Applicants to this post may be appointed at any time.
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a visiting double bass teacher to teach double bass lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). The teacher will engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. Tiffin School's choirs, work regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Tiffin pupils have recently performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
The hours of work (currently estimated at 1-2 hours per week) will depend upon demand. This being so, the post would suit a local candidate, available to teach pupils each week for a small number of flexible hours.
The hourly rate is competitive. Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Visiting Brass Teacher (Trombone) (Now Closed)
Required from September 2018
Closing Date: Friday 6th July 2018
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a talented and committed Brass Teacher to teach trombone lessons to pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). An ability to teach other brass instruments would be an advantage, but not a requirement. The teacher will engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. The Tiffin Boys’ Choir, one of the UK’s leading boys’ choirs, works regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Last year, Tiffin pupils performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
The hours of work (currently estimated at 2-3 hours per week) will depend upon demand. This being so, the post would suit a local candidate, available to teach pupils each week for a small number of flexible hours.
The hourly rate is competitive (currently above the ISM recommended figure). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
Applications should be sent to Matthew O’Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Part-Time Teacher of Music (0.5) (Now Closed)
Required from September 2018.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an outstanding, friendly and dynamic school where all can thrive and staff are highly valued. Tiffin is a leading state grammar school for boys in Kingston-upon-Thames, with an excellent reputation for music. The Tiffin Boys’ Choir performs regularly with professional orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, BBCSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. The choir has recently appeared on national radio and television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and tours annually to destinations which have included Europe, China and Australasia. The school’s orchestras, bands and chamber music groups provide a wide range of opportunities for pupils, over 350 of whom receive individual music lessons at school each week, and over 60 of whom currently study GCSE and A-level Music. For more information about music at Tiffin, visit the websites of the Tiffin Boys’ Choir and music department:
https://www.tiffinboyschoir.com https://sites.google.com/tiffin.kingston.sch.uk/music
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to participate both in the curricular and co-curricular work of the department. For candidates offering a second subject, additional days of work may be available. To supplement the candidate’s curricular teaching, co-curricular instrumental teaching may also be available.
Closing Date: Noon on Tuesday 17th April
Music Assistant (Now Closed)
Required from May or September 2018
Applications will be considered as they are received
Tiffin School seeks an organised and motivated musician to work with pupils and department staff as Music Assistant. Tiffin is a leading state grammar school for boys in Kingston-upon-Thames, with an excellent reputation for music. The Tiffin Boys’ Choir (tiffinboyschoir.com) performs regularly in productions with the Royal Opera, with London orchestras, on national media, and on tour. The school’s orchestras, bands and chamber music groups provide a wide range of opportunities for pupils, over 350 of whom receive individual music lessons in school each week.
The Music Assistant’s responsibilities will include managing the department’s teaching spaces and resources (audio-visual equipment, instruments and sheet music); providing technical and administrative support for performances, rehearsals and lessons; and working with pupils in ensembles and individually. An interest in music technology would be an advantage. The successful candidate will be offered a one year, temporary contract, and will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS (criminal record) check. Applications will be considered as they are received.
Full Time Equivalent: £14,159 per annum
Pro Rata: £7,500 per annum for 22 hours per week, school term time only
For a job description and application form, please visit: https://sites.google.com/tiffin.kingston.sch.uk/music/staff-vacancies
Applications should be sent to Matthew O'Malley, Director of Music: momalley@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk
Teacher of Piano and Music Theory (Now Closed)
Required from: January 2018
Closing Date: Monday 8th January 2018
Tiffin School wishes to appoint a talented and committed Teacher of Piano and Music Theory to teach pupils across the school’s age range (11-18). Experience of teaching jazz piano and/or an interest in preparing pupils for jazz piano exams would be advantages. The teacher will engage pupils with suitable repertoire, prepare them for performances, coursework recordings and examinations, and report on their progress. Recognising that pupils’ success depends chiefly upon their playing-time outside lessons, the teacher will be persistent and creative in encouraging pupils to practise their instrument and perform to others.
Music is highly valued at Tiffin, a selective state grammar school for boys in Kingston-upon-Thames (0.3 miles from Kingston rail), with Tiffin pupils participating in over 40 musical performances each year. The Tiffin Boys’ Choir, one of the UK’s leading boys’ choirs, works regularly with London’s major orchestras and choruses, including the LSO, Philharmonia and Royal Opera. Last year, Tiffin pupils performed at venues including the RAH, RFH and Barbican, on national radio and on television, including BBC, ITV and Classic FM, and on tour.
This is a new post: the successful candidate will join a department of three established piano teachers. The start date and hours of work (currently estimated at 2-3 hours per week) will depend upon demand. This being so, the post would suit a local candidate, available to teach pupils each week for a small number of flexible hours.
The hourly rate is competitive (currently above the ISM recommended figure). Tiffin School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring (criminal record) check.
For a job description and application form, please visit: https://sites.google.com/tiffin.kingston.sch.uk/music/staff-vacancies
Applications should be sent to Ms Fleur Smith, Music Department Administrator: fsmith@tiffin.kingston.sch.uk