Music & Choir Teacher (Part time)

Music & Choir Teacher (Part time)

Loyola Preparatory School is a successful all boys’, one form entry, Catholic school based in Buckhurst Hill, Essex that promotes good behaviour, creativity, hard work and a love for learning.

Due to the retirement of our long-serving music teacher, we are seeking to appoint a part-time (2 days a week), experienced and QTS qualified teaching musician with a passion for teaching bright and articulate children.

The successful candidate will have skills in teaching music across all the primary phases and can inspire musicality using voice and instruments during the school day lessons and also lead and rehearse the school choir and Schola groups, each for an hour after school on the days worked.  Pupils at Loyola have a real love for music and we are passionate about employing someone who will continue to foster this in all areas of music.

Applicant’s will need to demonstrate their ability to support the school’s liturgical life and be sympathetic to the Catholic choral tradition of the sung Mass and polyphony by preparing music for weekly masses held at the school and other celebrations/concerts.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and forward-thinking professional to become part of the welcoming Loyola team. Working collaboratively with colleagues and local priests who visit the school, you will play a key role in maintaining our high standards and strong reputation.

We are looking for someone who is not only dedicated to upholding excellence but also brings creativity and innovation to their approach, all while embracing the Loyola whole school ethos. Candidates from both the state and independent sectors are encouraged to apply.

In return we will offer you:

·       Competitive salary in relation to your experience and responsibility

·       Generous school holidays

·       Generous non-contact time

·       Discount of school fees for own children attending Loyola

·       Teachers’ Pension Scheme participation

·       Term-time school lunch and refreshments

For further information, a candidate pack or to arrange a tour of the school please contact Mrs Long (School Secretary) on 020 8504 7372 or email: office@loyolaprepschool.co.uk

Closing date:             Monday 24th March 2025

Interview Date:        Monday 31st March or Tuesday 1st April 2025

Start date:                  Sept 2025

Loyola Preparatory School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and a criminal records, enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.