Salary: From £36.44 per hour                                             

Hours of work: Variable depending on demand – currently approx. 5 hours per week           

Contract type: Permanent, hourly paid 

A bit about us:

St Mary’s Calne is a leading UK boarding and day school for girls aged 11 to 18 in Wiltshire, shaped by the values of our full boarding ethos. We cultivate a vibrant and supportive community where every pupil is known, valued, and inspired to flourish. Our aim is to develop in each pupil confidence, independence, and the sense of purpose they need to succeed, supported always by a kind and caring community.

We are deeply committed to academic excellence, achieving outstanding results through exceptional teaching and a culture of curiosity, ambition, and intellectual growth. Our exceptional facilities provide a vibrant foundation where each pupil is inspired to learn inside and outside the classroom.

We support the evolving aspirations of every pupil and equip each of them with the knowledge, skills, and self-belief to shape their own future and thrive in a rapidly changing world. 

Calne culture

Our expectations guide every pupil to grow with integrity and confidence:

• Be bold - Step forward with confidence and pursue your goals with determination. Stand up for what is right, even when it is not easy.
• Be kind - Treat others with respect and compassion. Help build a community where everyone feels valued for who they are.
• Be you - Celebrate your individuality and be true to yourself whilst upholding the values of our community.

School values

Curiosity - Passion/enthusiasm for learning and discovery

Compassion - Commitment to kindness, empathy, and understanding

Courage - The strength to face challenges and stay true to one’s values

All about the role:

The Visiting Teacher should be an enthusiastic and inspiring Harp specialist teacher primarily delivering individual lessons with the possibility of taking on some ensemble lessons. The teacher will plan, prepare, and teach lessons and prepare pupils for examinations and performances as part of our successful Music Department team. At the heart of all tasks is an active enthusiasm for the subject and an equally active enthusiasm for the young people being taught.

Individual lessons are 30 minutes in length and each pupil should receive around 33 lessons per year. For more advanced pupils, a double lesson is advised.

Whilst working in the school, all meals are included for staff.

Person Specification

• Excellent facility in chosen instrument(s).
• Ability to be flexible with regards commitments on evenings.
• An empathetic, enthusiastic and well-presented person, capable of inspiring confidence in pupils, parents and staff.
• Ability to: work flexibly to fulfil the requirements of the post; prioritise; work calmly under pressure and respond positively to changing demands.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with very good written and spoken English.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills; competency in the use of ICT for administration and teaching purposes.
• An understanding of the expectations, ethos and aims of a full boarding school.
• Committed to the safeguarding and wellbeing of children and young people.

Find out more and apply:

Applicants will be required to complete a school application form submitted to [email protected] by the closing date.

Alternatively, to apply online, please download the application form and click the ‘apply now’ button below to upload your completed application form and covering letter online. 
Please note: CV's will not be considered. 

Full applicant pack with job description can be found at: https://calneindependentschools.org/work-with-us/

Closing date (and time): Thursday 5 February 2026 @ 9am *

Interview date: TBC

Commencement date: Monday 23 February 2026 or as available

* We may interview or appoint candidates before the advertised closing date. To ensure consideration, please submit your application as early as possible.

This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check before appointment is confirmed.