• Hours: Saturday mornings during term-time, from September 2026

• Pay: at our groups rate of £39.14 per hour, 3-4 hours on site plus additional planning allowance.
For principal leads, additional day fee for initial planning & development ahead of launch.

• The sessions will take place at Tramshed, "South-East London’s home of participation", in central Woolwich.

We are building new vocal and instrumental ensembles for children and young people aged 8 to 15, expanding our existing programme of individual tuition, musicianship classes, bands and songwriting.

We're seeking inspiring, creative leaders to help realise our vision of more children making music 3+ times a week - leaders who are energised by sparking children's passion for music, and by giving them the skills and pathways to make music by choice, outside of lessons, several times a week.

This new programme will include groups for children and young people at different levels - some participants will be taking lessons, for others this may be their first experience of music education. It's important for us that they will have opportunities to perform during the year, and that the participants will be involved creatively with the music. We expect high standards of preparation and rehearsal, alongside a creative and inclusive approach that enables every participant to progress. Some children and young people will be supported by our Bursary Fund.

The right leaders will be able to apply our values of creativity, positivity, quality and respect in rehearsal - particularly in how they set expectations, give feedback, and support consistent progress. We are looking for leaders who can build and direct engaging, well-structured rehearsals, develop ensemble skills over time, and create a clear sense of musical progression for each group.

Positions are self-employed, hours are by agreement and based during term time, with some additional holiday teaching by agreement.

"I am very proud to have worked with you - it's been such a pleasure, I've learned so much. Without a doubt, the best place I've worked in the UK." - Júlia, GMS teacher 2019-2024

We value our teachers very highly and work hard to create the conditions to allow them to teach at their best, to enjoy teaching, and to continue learning.

About us: Greenwich Music School is a charity and centre of excellence in music education, running high-quality creative music tuition, group courses, projects and training. GMS offers the same high quality music education to students of all ages and levels, from toddlers to professional musicians. Our bursary scheme supports those otherwise unable to access the benefits of music education. Our work has been recognised with a Civic Award, a Business Award for Culture, and as a Music & Drama Education Award finalist.

Greenwich Music School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all tutors, staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

A DBS Enhanced check and proof of public liability insurance will be required before work is offered.

All applications will be considered equally.  

Applications will be assessed as they arrive.

To apply: please send a CV and covering letter (outlining your most relevant experience and interest in GMS) to ed@greenwichmusicschool.org.uk

If you have any questions, please contact us at the same address.