Teaching Opportunities

Canary Music School is a growing music school based in East London, providing instrumental, singing and music theory lessons for children and adults.

We are always interested in hearing from passionate and dedicated music teachers who share our commitment to high quality music education. While we may not always have an immediate vacancy available, we regularly welcome applications from teachers who would like to be considered for current and future opportunities.

We Are Seeking Teachers For

We are particularly interested in hearing from teachers of:

  • Piano

  • Violin

  • Viola

  • Singing (Musical Theatre & Pop)

  • Music Theory

Applications from teachers who can teach multiple subjects are especially welcome.

We also welcome applications from teachers of other instruments.

What We Look For

We are looking for teachers who:

  • Hold a music degree or equivalent professional qualification

  • Have the right to work in the UK on a self employed basis

  • Have at least 2 years of teaching experience

  • Are familiar with ABRSM and/or Trinity College examinations

  • Are confident teaching students of different ages and abilities, particularly beginners and young children

  • Are willing to teach both children and adults

  • Are patient, reliable and well organised

  • Have excellent communication skills

  • Enjoy working as part of a team

  • Demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding and professional standards

  • Hold an Enhanced DBS certificate or are willing to obtain one before teaching begins

Teaching Opportunities

Teaching opportunities may include individual lessons, group courses and workshops in instrumental music, singing and music theory.

Lessons may be delivered online, at our teaching venues in Isle of Dogs and Royal Wharf, or at students' homes. Teachers are welcome to indicate their preferred teaching formats and locations, and we will always endeavour to match opportunities accordingly.

Most teaching takes place during school term time, although additional holiday teaching opportunities may occasionally be available by mutual agreement.

Why Join Canary Music School?

  • Competitive self-employed teaching rates

  • Minimal administrative responsibilities, with administrative support for lesson scheduling and invoicing

  • Annual pay reviews

  • A 14 day paid notice period when a regular student discontinues lessons

  • Clear and structured lesson policies that help manage cancellations and rescheduling requests fairly and consistently

  • Opportunities to participate in concerts, workshops and school events

  • Supportive and collaborative working environment

How to Apply

If you would like to be considered for current or future teaching opportunities, please send:

  • Your CV

  • A brief introduction about yourself

  • Details of your music qualifications

  • The instruments or subjects you teach

  • Your general teaching availability (for example: Monday afternoons, Wednesdays after 4pm)

  • Your preferred teaching locations

Please email your application to:¨info@canarymusicschool.co.uk

We look forward to hearing from you.