First Strings Experience (FSE) Upper Strings Lead Tutor
The Royal Academy of Music Closing date: Wed, 08 Jul 2026
- Part time
- £10k-£15k
Fri, 26 Jun 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Part-Time: 7 hours per week on Saturdays
Salary range: £45.91 per hour
Start date: 19/09/2026
We are looking to appoint a part-time hourly-paid Lead Upper Strings Tutor to teach upper strings to small groups of 5 to 6 pupils within the context of the Junior Academy's First String Experience (FSE) course, as well as participating in other duties such as concerts, as required by the FSE Director. Applicants can read about the FSE course on the Royal Academy of Music website.
The successful applicant will provide expertise in the area of violin/viola, integrated with musicianship teaching from the earliest stages of learning. The delivery of the programme will be supported by FSE Fellows.
More information and an online application are available on https://www.ram.ac.uk/jobs.
Completed applications must be received by 23.59 (midnight) on Wednesday 8 July 2026.
Interviews are expected to take place on-site on Thursday 16 July 2026.
Please note, in line with Safer Recruitment practices, we require completed references in advance of interviews. Please ensure that you provide referee contact information in your application. Referees will be contacted prior to interview.
The Academy accepts applications from non-UK citizens who have the right to work in the UK. Please note that the Academy is unable to provide a certificate of sponsorship for this role, as this role does not meet the eligibility requirements for a skilled worker visa.
Enquiries or applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
The Academy is committed to promoting the welfare and safeguarding of all students.
The Academy values diversity and welcomes your application.
Job Requirements
The successful applicant will provide expertise in the area of violin/viola, integrated with musicianship teaching from the earliest stages of learning. The delivery of the programme will be supported by FSE Fellows.
Job Responsibilities
We are looking to appoint a part-time hourly-paid Lead Upper Strings Tutor to teach upper strings to small groups of 5 to 6 pupils within the context of the Junior Academy's First String Experience (FSE) course, as well as participating in other duties such as concerts, as required by the FSE Director. Applicants can read about the FSE course on the Royal Academy of Music website.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: First Strings Experience (FSE) Upper Strings Lead Tutor
- Salary: £10k-£15k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Music
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Permanent
- Closing date: Wed, 08 Jul 2026
- Contact name: Royal Academy of Music
- Contact email: [email protected]
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Job: First Strings Experience (FSE) Upper Strings Lead Tutor
Job: First Strings Experience (FSE) Upper Strings Lead Tutor
Organisation: The Royal Academy of Music
Postcode: NW1 5HT
Contact Details
- Contact name: Royal Academy of Music
- Contact email: [email protected]
About The Royal Academy of Music
The Royal Academy of Music is a creative and vibrant workplace with a diverse mix of students and staff from over 60 countries. We are firmly focused on developing tomorrow’s musical leaders in a number of disciplines, including Classical Performance, Composition, Opera, Jazz, and Musical Theatre. Integral to the musical training we offer is the opportunity to perform; in an average year, the Academy runs a vibrant programme of around 500 events.