Accordion Teacher

Eton College is seeking to appoint an experienced and talented Teacher of Accordion to work as part of the 80-strong body of Visiting Music Teachers. Eton has a vibrant and increasingly diverse music department with over 1500 individual music lessons taking place each week, from beginners to numerous Associate and Licentiate diploma candidates every year.  An ability to inspire and challenge across this range is important, encouraging technical and music development and preparing boys for concerts and performance opportunities and attend concerts in which your pupils perform (when possible). There are currently 3 accordion pupils in the school, but the successful candidate will work to build awareness of the instrument and encourage uptake, as well as (where appropriate) work to enhance to genre of Folk Music more broadly within the school.  Teachers are expected to conform to the administrative and reporting procedures of the school and to be supportive of the activities of the department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious music professional to work with others who share the same passion and interests, amidst beautiful surroundings. Eton College prides itself on a warm and friendly community, where staff are valued. 

Working Pattern

This teaching role is currently for approximately 1.5 hours per week. However, there is an element of flexibility required in the role, and the number of lessons taught may change on a termly basis. There is no guaranteed number of hours of teaching.

 
BenefitsEton College offers a wide range of benefits, including a generous pension scheme, Employee Assistance Programme, enhanced Maternity / Paternity scheme, a cycle to work scheme, subsidised lunches during term time, free access to the College’s sport and leisure facilities and discounts at local retailers and businesses.
Main Duties
To teach accordion across the age range 13-18 years old;
To monitor, record and report on pupils’ progress;
To meet all administrative deadlines;
To attend concerts in which your pupils perform (when possible);
Commitment to and promotion of equality, diversity and inclusion;
All positions at Eton are classed as ‘regulated activity’ as per the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, therefore a good understanding of safeguarding procedures is essential;
Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, including but not limited to, completing safeguarding training as required, and ensuring any safeguarding updates issued by the College are read and understood;
Understand and comply with procedures and legislation relating to confidentiality.

The Ideal CandidateTo be successful in this role, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following:

Previous experience of teaching 13-18-year-old pupils;
Experience of preparing students for grade exams and diplomas;
Experience of professional performing;
Be an outstanding accordion player with thorough knowledge of the solo repertoire;
Be an outstanding coach, rehearsing and performing with pupils of all abilities;
Be a ‘team’ player with ability to work flexibly as part of a diverse team;
Exemplary written communication skills;
Excellent organisational and IT skills;
Excellent oral communication skills, especially in relation to staff, students and parents;
Be positive, enthusiastic, flexible with a pro-active ‘can do’ attitude;
The ability to adapt to changing situations;
The ability to work evenings and weekends by arrangement;
Show a proven commitment to professional development.

It would be desirable if you possess:

A diploma/professional teaching qualification;

 
About The CollegeWe are an equal opportunities employer and are seeking applications from suitable candidates from all backgrounds. We are dedicated to creating and sustaining an environment that values individuality and difference and celebrates the diversity of both staff and pupils by fostering perseverance, tolerance and integrity. We believe in equal opportunity for everyone, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background.

DISCLOSURE CHECKS

Eton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including, but not limited to, reference checks with past employers, an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (including Barred List information), an online search and, where applicable, Prohibition checks. If you are successful in your application, you will be required to complete a DBS Disclosure Application Form.  Any information disclosed will be handled in accordance with any guidance and/or Code of Practice published by the DBS. The College is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore all convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings (including those which would normally be considered as “spent” under the Act) must be declared, subject to the DBS filtering rules. It is a criminal offence for any person who is barred from working with children to attempt to apply for a position at the College.