Sounding Out: Cello Teacher

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).

Job details

Job category/type: Music
Date posted: 09/03/2026
Job reference: VAC00663

Job description

Start: April 2026

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 will increase to four 45 minute group lessons.

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

Closing date for receipt of applications: 20 March 2026.

We are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils. All recruitment processes are in line with statutory Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, including online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.