Self-employed Peripatetic Teacher (Guitar)

Self-employed Peripatetic Teacher (Guitar)

Vacancy Hours: Approx 3 per week

Contract Type: Casual

Location: Skipton Girls' High School, Gargrave Rd, Skipton BD23 1QL,

Salary: Self Employed £36 per hour

Vacancy Hours: Approx 3 per week

Contract Type: Casual

Location: Skipton Girls' High School, Gargrave Rd, Skipton BD23 1QL

About us

Skipton Girls' High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Therefore, an Enhanced DBS clearance is required on appointment of this post.

Why work for Northern Star Academies Trust?

We are a mission-driven Multi-Academy Trust, with an unwavering commitment to nurture learning in a sustainable environment so that our whole community can thrive, aspire and succeed. We are passionate and highly committed to environmental sustainability and climate change education and are seeking new solutions to delivering inclusive and adaptive education to support our most vulnerable children. 

We offer access to high quality professional development and a connected and supportive community of academies, fellow senior leaders, and mentors to help develop and progress your career.

Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy) 

https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies

How to Apply

To apply, please complete your candidate profile via the Every Portal using this link and fully complete and submit the application form before the closing date. If you are using the Every Portal for the first time, you will need to register to create and save your candidate profile before applying.

Job Description

£36 per hour | Approx. 3 hours per week | Fridays

Are you a talented and enthusiastic guitar teacher who is passionate about inspiring young musicians?

Northern Star Academies Trust is seeking a skilled Self-employed Guitar Teacher to deliver high-quality instrumental tuition to students. This is an exciting opportunity to share your expertise, nurture musical talent, and help students develop confidence and a lifelong love of music.

About the Role

Working closely with the Curriculum Leader of Music, you will provide engaging and personalised guitar lessons to students of varying ages and abilities. The role is currently for approximately 3 hours per week on Fridays, with the potential for hours to vary in line with student demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach guitar skills including chords, scales, strumming, fingerstyle techniques and improvisation.
• Deliver lessons across a range of musical genres, including rock, blues, jazz and classical.
• Create tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs, abilities and aspirations.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for performances, recitals and examinations where appropriate.
• Encourage confidence, motivation and positive practice habits.
• Maintain attendance records and communicate effectively with students and parents/carers.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has advanced guitar performance skills and a strong understanding of music theory and notation.
• Has experience teaching individuals and/or groups.
• Holds a degree in Music, Music Education or possesses equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can motivate and inspire learners of all abilities.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Is legally entitled to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of £36 per hour.
• Flexible, self-employed working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking academy trust.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's musical development.

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Sunday, 27th September 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Key Documents:

Letter to Applicants

Job Description

Advert

Safeguarding

Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. 

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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Self-employed Peripatetic Teacher (Guitar)

Salary: Self Employed £36 per hour

Vacancy Hours: Approx 3 per week

Contract Type: Casual

Location: Skipton Girls' High School, Gargrave Rd, Skipton BD23 1QL

About us

Skipton Girls' High School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Therefore, an Enhanced DBS clearance is required on appointment of this post.

Why work for Northern Star Academies Trust?

We are a mission-driven Multi-Academy Trust, with an unwavering commitment to nurture learning in a sustainable environment so that our whole community can thrive, aspire and succeed. We are passionate and highly committed to environmental sustainability and climate change education and are seeking new solutions to delivering inclusive and adaptive education to support our most vulnerable children.

We offer access to high quality professional development and a connected and supportive community of academies, fellow senior leaders, and mentors to help develop and progress your career.

Please refer to our child protection and safeguarding policy and our policy on the employment of ex-offenders (included in the Safer Recruitment Policy)

https://www.nsat.org.uk/information-policies/item/5/policies

How to Apply

To apply, please complete your candidate profile via the Every Portal using this link and fully complete and submit the application form before the closing date. If you are using the Every Portal for the first time, you will need to register to create and save your candidate profile before applying.

Job Description

£36 per hour | Approx. 3 hours per week | Fridays

Are you a talented and enthusiastic guitar teacher who is passionate about inspiring young musicians?

Northern Star Academies Trust is seeking a skilled Self-employed Guitar Teacher to deliver high-quality instrumental tuition to students. This is an exciting opportunity to share your expertise, nurture musical talent, and help students develop confidence and a lifelong love of music.

About the Role

Working closely with the Curriculum Leader of Music, you will provide engaging and personalised guitar lessons to students of varying ages and abilities. The role is currently for approximately 3 hours per week on Fridays, with the potential for hours to vary in line with student demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach guitar skills including chords, scales, strumming, fingerstyle techniques and improvisation.
• Deliver lessons across a range of musical genres, including rock, blues, jazz and classical.
• Create tailored lesson plans to meet individual student needs, abilities and aspirations.
• Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Prepare students for performances, recitals and examinations where appropriate.
• Encourage confidence, motivation and positive practice habits.
• Maintain attendance records and communicate effectively with students and parents/carers.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Has advanced guitar performance skills and a strong understanding of music theory and notation.
• Has experience teaching individuals and/or groups.
• Holds a degree in Music, Music Education or possesses equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Can motivate and inspire learners of all abilities.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Is legally entitled to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Competitive rate of £36 per hour.
• Flexible, self-employed working arrangement.
• Opportunity to work within a supportive and forward-thinking academy trust.
• The chance to make a lasting impact on young people's musical development.

Key Dates:

Closing Date: Sunday, 27th September 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Key Documents:

Letter to Applicants

Job Description

Advert

Safeguarding

Northern Star Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post requires an enhanced DBS check. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

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Self-employed Peripatetic Teacher (Guitar)

Posted: 17/09/2026

Closing date: 27/09/2026

Closing time: 23:59 (BST)

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