Trent College and The Elms are thriving independent schools set in beautiful grounds on the Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire border. We provide a flourishing and happy co-educational environment for children.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Visiting Music Teacher of Double Bass to join our Music Department.

The ideal candidate will be an accomplished and enthusiastic Double Bass teacher with the ability to inspire and engage pupils through high-quality individual tuition. They will demonstrate strong subject knowledge across both classical and jazz styles, with the ability to support students of varying abilities in developing their technical proficiency, musicality and confidence through structured lessons and preparation for performances, examinations and wider musical opportunities.

We are particularly keen to hear from candidates who have experience working with young people in an educational setting and who can contribute positively to a collaborative and high-performing Music department. The successful candidate will be confident in monitoring and reporting on pupil progress, supporting ensemble rehearsals where required, and promoting high standards of commitment and engagement, while maintaining a professional approach and supporting students overall.

Further information can be found in the recruitment brochure.

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We offer a competitive benefits package which includes a generous school fee discount, parking and complimentary use of the excellent leisure and dining facilities.

 Closing date for applications:  29 May 2026

 We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a volume of strong and suitable applications.

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

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). The school may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants and all applicants will be required to provide details of their online profile, including social media account names/handles, as part of their application

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The school is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.