Job Title: Visiting Music Teacher (Saxophone)

Location: Macclesfield

Salary: £22.75 per 30-minute lesson

Job Type: Self-employed, currently 1.5 days per week, with potential for growth.

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Visiting Music Teacher to deliver high-quality saxophone lessons to pupils of varying ages and abilities, from beginners to Grade 8. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled saxophone teacher to join a thriving Music Department, build on its established provision and encourage greater pupil participation in music.

Working within a vibrant school community, you will provide engaging individual lessons, with occasional small-group or ensemble teaching, helping pupils develop their musical technique, aural skills, music theory and performance confidence. You will also support pupils in preparing for examinations and encourage participation in school ensembles, concerts and events throughout the academic year.

The Role:

Reporting to the Director of Music, you will work independently to plan and deliver effective saxophone lessons, assess pupil progress and maintain clear communication with pupils, parents and school staff. You will be responsible for organising your own weekly teaching timetable and maintaining accurate attendance and progress records.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver engaging, well-structured saxophone lessons to pupils of different ages, abilities and experience levels.
• Teach pupils ranging from beginners to Grade 8, developing their instrumental technique, aural skills, music theory and overall musicianship.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual pupils' strengths, needs and learning objectives.
• Set high expectations that motivate, inspire and challenge pupils to achieve their potential.
• Prepare pupils for ABRSM and Trinity examinations, where appropriate.
• Assess pupil progress regularly, set appropriate targets and complete formal written reports.
• Demonstrate excellent saxophone performance skills, including sight-reading.
• Encourage and support pupils in participating in school ensembles, concerts, performances and musical events.
• Attend and contribute to school concerts and events as agreed with the Director of Music.
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding pupil progress, including through telephone conversations and written updates in pupils' Practice Books.
• Liaise closely with school staff to coordinate teaching arrangements and maintain an effective weekly timetable.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of pupil attendance.
• Work independently, demonstrate initiative and contribute positively to the continued development of saxophone provision at the School.

About You:

• Holds appropriate performance qualifications and has a strong musical background.
• Has appropriate qualifications in music theory.
• Has experience teaching musical notation and working with pupils of different ages and abilities.
• Demonstrates excellent sight-reading and instrumental performance skills.
• Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that support musical development and achievement.
• Can adapt teaching approaches to meet the needs of individual pupils.
• Is organised, dependable and confident in managing their own teaching timetable.
• Can maintain accurate pupil attendance records and assess progress effectively.
• Communicates professionally with pupils, parents and colleagues.
• Is flexible, proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Understands and supports the principles of equality and diversity.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

About the School:

The King's School in Macclesfield is a leading independent, co-educational day school educating approximately 1,370 pupils aged 3-18. Founded in 1502, the School has a distinguished history and a strong reputation for academic achievement, music, drama and sport.

The Music Department has dedicated teaching and rehearsal rooms, a Recital Hall and access to larger performance spaces. Music is a thriving part of school life, with a busy programme of ensembles, orchestras, choirs, concerts, competitions and other musical events. The successful candidate will join a department committed to developing pupils' musical abilities and encouraging participation across the School.

Salary & Benefits:

• Flexible self-employed working arrangements, with teaching hours dependent on pupil enrolment.
• Dedicated teaching accommodation: The School provides a suitable room for instrumental lessons.
• Potential to grow: An opportunity to develop the School's saxophone provision and increase pupil participation.
• Professional environment: Work within an established Music Department with a strong programme of performances and extra-curricular activities.
• School facilities: Access to the School's impressive campus and musical facilities for teaching.

As this is a self-employed position, the successful candidate will be responsible for invoicing parents directly in advance of each half-term's lessons.

Closing Date: 9.00am, Wednesday 11th November 2026.

Interviews: Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing Monday 16th November 2026.

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Candidates with relevant experience under job titles such as Visiting Music Teacher, Saxophone Teacher, Peripatetic Music Teacher, Instrumental Music Teacher or Private Saxophone Tutor will also be considered for this role.