Teacher of Bagpipes (Self-Employed)

Millfield School is seeking an experienced and inspirational Bagpipes Teacher to provide individual tuition across Millfield Senior School and Millfield Prep School. This is an exciting opportunity to help develop and grow bagpipe provision, inspiring pupils aged 6-18.

We are looking for a skilled and enthusiastic musician able to teach a range of abilities, from beginners to more advanced players. The successful candidate will play a key role in encouraging uptake, developing musicianship, and preparing pupils for concerts and examinations.

The role requires strong organisation and communication skills, including maintaining lesson records and liaising with pupils, parents and colleagues. There may also be opportunities to support school concerts.

This is a self-employed position of approximately half a day per week, with potential to grow as demand increases. The successful candidate will manage their own invoicing and arrangements for lesson payments directly with parents.

Millfield offers an inspiring and supportive environment, excellent facilities, and a thriving music programme. Join us and play a key role in developing this exciting opportunity for our pupils.

Closing date: Noon on 29th July 2026.

Please note that applications will be considered on receipt, and as a result the vacancy may close early should an appointment be made. As such we would recommend submitting your application as soon as possible.

Millfield School is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all. We are a community that celebrates diversity, supporting our pupils and employees to be brilliant as individuals.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Specific safeguarding responsibilities for this position are outlined in the job description. Offers of employment are subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks including, but not limited to, Enhanced DBS clearance. All positions within the school are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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