Accompanist in Residence and Piano Teacher

UPPINGHAM SCHOOL; Oakham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 40,000

Job description

Uppingham School has an exciting opportunity for a talented accompanist and piano teacher to join our musical team and contribute to the wider school boarding community.

You will assist the Head of Keyboard in performing in and accompanying concerts, competitions, performance platforms, examinations and internal auditions as required.

You will also deliver one to one piano lessons, prepare students for concerts, competitions, scholarships and auditions and also accompany pupils in their instrumental/singing lessons.

Additional responsibilities will include accompanying ensembles and performing as a soloist in recitals and chamber music concerts, as well as coaching chamber ensembles as required.

The role will be offered for the academic year from September 2025 - 33 weeks in total.

The role would ideally suit a recent conservatoire graduate and provide a supportive environment in which to develop your skills as a performer, teacher and coach.

What we offer:

When you join us, you become part of a community that appreciates and supports its team members. You will enjoy a range of benefits that reflects our appreciation:

1. 50% Contribution towards premiums for the School's private health scheme
2. Discount on School fees
3. Discount at a local nursery in Uppingham
4. 25% Discount on holiday club fees for children of Uppingham staff
5. Westfield healthcare
6. Westfield Rewards which gives discounts at various retailers, gyms, cinemas, and restaurants
7. Contributory pension scheme
8. Employee Assistance Programme
9. In house Occupational Health Service
10. Membership to dual-use Sports Centre (with a GBP25 annual joining fee)
11. Free staff lunches during term-time
12. Free annual Flu vaccinations
13. Complimentary staff ticket for select School performances
14. Cycle to Work scheme
15. Recognised as a "Disability Confident" employer
16. Recognised as a "Mindful" employer
17. Recognised as "Investors in Diversity"

For further details about this unique opportunity and to apply, please click the apply button.

Closing date: Wednesday 30 April 2025, 9.00am.

Interviews: TBC.

Uppingham School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Successful candidates must be willing to undergo full screening in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KSCiE), including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. Issues relating to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils will be explored at interview.