Kingston Music Service (KMS) is seeking talented and enthusiastic Freelance Music Practitioners to join their team as soon as possible. We are particularly interested in multi-instrumentalists who can teach woodwind, including clarinet, saxophone, flute and oboe to a certain standard. Work on a Saturday morning during term time would start at 2.5 hours (8.30-11.00) and grow to 5 hours over time (8.30-1.30). Other work likely to come available in 2027. In return, KMS provides a supportive environment with continuous professional development, including INSET throughout the year, opportunities for shadowing, training, and a range of growth opportunities to expand teaching experience. About Kingston Music Service KMS is the lead provider of music education in the Royal Borough of Kingston upon Thames, acting as a vital hub for musical growth across the community. KMS offers a range of music activities for young people and adult learners at home, in school and at four music centres across the borough. We run a variety of concerts and workshops including our annual singing Festival and holiday courses. Our mission is to make music accessible to everyone, supported by our instrument hire scheme and bursaries, ensuring that every student has the chance to develop a love for music. Selection Process We are looking for gifted and committed musicians who possess a passion for music education and the ability to inspire a love of music in all students. Successful candidates will achieve this by utilising varied repertoire and pedagogy. Teaching opportunities with KMS include working in schools and music centres across the borough, teaching individually, to whole classes and directing ensembles. Application is by application form and video performance.Job Summary
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KMS is a Local Authority service and, as a member of South West London Music Ltd, receives core funding from Arts Council England. Working with various partners, KMS endeavours to create a joined up music education provision in the Royal Borough of Kingston Upon Thames. Further details of our activities can be found on our website. www.kingston.gov.uk/music
The Royal Borough of Kingston is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and have made a vision commitment to delivering a variety of diverse and cultural musical experiences that are reflective of the children and young people we serve. We warmly encourage applications from historically under-represented groupsJob Requirements
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Closing date 6/9/2026 at 23:59. Kingston Music Service reserves the right to interview and recruit before this date as candidates apply.