Careers with Talbot Heath School

At Talbot Heath, we believe that nothing is beyond reach. We are an extraordinary school where girls are empowered to be curious, compassionate, and courageous, embodying our motto: Curious Minds, Generous Hearts, Adventurous Spirits. From the age of two, our girls begin a transformative journey that nurtures their integrity, compassion, and ambition—values rooted in our founder’s vision of Honour before Honours.

Our unique, girls-only environment allows young women to thrive, free from societal constraints, fostering an atmosphere where intellectual curiosity, emotional well-being, and personal growth are cultivated. With a reputation for innovative thinking and an interdisciplinary curriculum, Talbot Heath encourages girls to explore creativity and deep thinking in an exciting and different way of learning.

The Music Department at Talbot Heath School is seeking an inspirational and enthusiastic part-time Singing Teacher to provide high-quality individual music tuition for students across all key stages. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, preparing, and delivering engaging singing lessons to students of all ages and abilities, guiding them through ABRSM, Trinity, RSL, Trinity Rock ‘n’ Pop, and MTB music exams, and supporting their participation in school performances, concerts, and assessments. Excellent keyboard skills are highly desirable to accompany students during lessons, exams, and performances. Above all, we are looking for someone who can foster a passion for singing in a supportive, inspiring, and nurturing learning environment.

The successful candidate will be:

• A passionate and inspiring educator who fosters a love for singing and nurtures students’ confidence in a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• A highly skilled vocal teacher with experience preparing students for ABRSM, Trinity, RSL, Trinity Rock ‘n’ Pop, and MTB music exams, as well as school performances and concerts.
• A proficient pianist with excellent keyboard skills, capable of accompanying students in lessons, exams, and performances.
• A collaborative and dedicated professional who embraces Talbot Heath’s ethos of intellectual curiosity, creativity, and personal growth
• An effective communicator who builds strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues, ensuring a positive and enriching musical education experience.

About Talbot Heath:

• A leading independent school in Dorset, offering girls aged 2–18 an outstanding education.
• Beautiful woodland campus located close to Dorset’s stunning coastline.
• Selective school with excellent academic results at both GCSE and A Level.
• Renowned for its strong pastoral care system where the well-being and happiness of each student is paramount.

Position:     Permanent, term-time only, working 11 hours a week, taught across two days.

Salary:        £17.65 per 30 minute lesson.

 Start Date:  Summer Term 2025         Application Deadline: 23rd February 2025

Further details can be found HERE on the Tes link, together with the Job Description. 

For further information contact Andrea Pittam, HR Manager at apittam@talbotheath.org, Tele: 01202 761881

At Talbot Heath, every girl is encouraged to embrace her strengths, challenge herself, and become a confident and compassionate global citizen. Join us and help shape the future of our girls!

What We Offer:

• Talbot Heath School is an independent girls’ school for ages 2-18, situated in beautiful woodland grounds in Bournemouth. You will benefit from working in a peaceful environment, just a short distance from the town centre, with free on-site parking.
• Subsidised lunch provided daily in our staff dining room, featuring a freshly cooked hot meal and a salad bar.
• Discounted membership to the nearby West Hants Club, offering access to excellent sports and recreational facilities.
• Complimentary use of our on-site swimming pool during the Sunday staff session.
• Complimentary access to our on-site gym facilities.
• Discount on school fees for your children, subject to the school’s admission process and fee remission policy.
• Complimentary after-school childcare for staff with children in Kindergarten and above.
• 50% discount on Supercamps Holiday Clubs for Talbot Heath staff.
• Occupational sick pay scheme.
• Company stakeholder pension scheme.

Talbot Heath School is unable to employ anyone who does not have the legal right to live and work in the UK. This evidence most be produced at the interview stage of the process.

Talbot Heath School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and has an Equal Opportunity Policy. The successful applicant will require an Enhanced DBS check.

This position will involve regular contact with children and therefore is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exemptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. It is an offence to apply for this role if barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Talbot Heath is a registered charity (number 283708) existing to provide high quality education for children.