Guitar Tutor (with Primary Years Focus)

Hourly rate: £40.50 per hour
Start date: Saturday 19th September 2026

We are seeking to appoint an inspirational Guitar Tutor with an enthusiastic and inclusive approach, to work primarily within our Primary Years Programme.

This role, offered on a self-employed contract, will include teaching guitar to students in school Years 2 to 4 through a mixture of 1:1 lessons, small-group teaching and leading ensembles. The successful candidate will also be keen to play an active role in the development of this growing programme.

We anticipate being able to offer a minimum of 3 hours’ work on Saturdays, between 12pm and 4pm (exact timings tbc), with the possibility of additional hours depending on experience, availability and wider programme needs.

The ideal candidate will have a degree in music, a teaching qualification and/or experience of teaching guitar to primary-aged children. They will be a skilful and engaging teacher, confident working with young learners from the early stages of their musical development. They will inspire a love of the instrument while helping students establish safe, secure technique and strong musical foundations from the outset.

Our music centre is based at Morley College, near London Waterloo, and teaching takes place on 10 Saturdays per term.

CYM offers music provision to talented young people from all backgrounds in a thriving musical environment. As a Centre for Advanced Training under the Department for Education’s National Grant for Music and Dance, CYM is a key provider of instrumental, vocal and ensemble tuition in London.

About the Primary Years Programme (PYP)
The CYM Primary Years Programme is a progressive four-year pathway for children in school Years 1–4.

In Year 1, children take part in a full year of musicianship training before choosing an instrument to study in future years. From Years 2–4, children attend a range of classes, including instrumental lessons and ensembles, bringing together musicianship and performance as they move through the programme.

Through singing, playing, creating, listening and movement, students are introduced to the building blocks of music in a fun and nurturing environment. The programme supports children to develop confidence, communication skills and musical understanding as they begin their journey as young musicians.

PLEASE SEND YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION FORM TO: Elaine.Lewis@gsmd.ac.uk

Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 23rd June. Please note, we will review applications on a rolling basis and reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we find a suitable candidate. We therefore encourage early applications.

Shortlisted candidates may be invited to visit CYM and teach a short demonstration lesson as part of the selection process.

CYM is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and thorough reference checks.

Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.