Sounding Out: Cello Teacher

Based in the stunning setting of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral and St Augustine's Abbey, a World Heritage Site, The King's School is one of the oldest and most prestigious Schools in the country with an enviable record of academic excellence and achievement.

We require an experienced and enthusiastic cello teacher to join our Sounding Out team to start with us in the Summer Term (start date 25 April).

Sounding Out is The King's School, Canterbury's music outreach programme. The position will initially involve teaching three 45 minute group lessons (3 or 4 students per group) on eight Saturday mornings per term. Next year, this would increase to four 45 minute group lessons.

In addition to these group lessons, the position also involves preparing the students for twice yearly showcase performances and being part of the Sounding Out team, working together to support the general musicianship of all the students in the programme.

We currently offer violin, trumpet, cello and clarinet lessons and from September 2026, will be expanding to include flute.

If you have questions about the post, or would like an informal discussion to learn more, please contact Nikki Ridley, Sounding Out Coordinator on .

Closing date for receipt of applications

18 March 2026

Safeguarding and Recruitment Assurance

The King's School is committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process which is in line with the statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates.

Employment Conditions

All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.