Focus Music — a multi-award-winning music education company — is looking for a fun, approachable, and highly experienced Guitar Teacher to join our vibrant academy team. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional music tuition in both group classes and 1-to-1 lessons, and we're searching for someone who can bring energy, professionalism, and a genuine passion for teaching to our students.
As part of our growing academy, you’ll deliver exciting and engaging guitar lessons to learners of all ages and abilities. The right teacher must be fluent in electric, acoustic, and classical guitar, with the versatility to teach a wide range of styles and techniques. If you’re enthusiastic about inspiring confidence, nurturing creativity, and helping students fall in love with music, we’d love to hear from you.
Learn more about us at www.focus-music.co.uk.
Responsibilities
- Deliver fun, high-quality guitar lessons (electric, acoustic, and classical) in both group and 1-to-1 settings.
- Tailor teaching to different ages, personalities, and learning styles.
- Track student progress and adapt your teaching approach to support growth.
- Prepare students for performances, exams, and academy events.
- Create a positive, welcoming learning environment that encourages musical expression.
- Communicate clearly with parents/guardians regarding progress when appropriate.
- Recommend suitable repertoire and support students with structured practice guidance.
- Maintain accurate lesson and attendance records.
- Bring fresh ideas, creativity, and modern guitar-focused teaching techniques into the classroom.
Requirements
- Strong experience teaching guitar across electric, acoustic, and classical styles.
- Experience delivering group tuition as well as 1-to-1 lessons.
- Excellent understanding of music theory, technique, and performance.
- Formal music qualifications are preferred but not essential for candidates with strong experience.
- Warm, friendly, and approachable personality — someone students feel comfortable with.
- Confident communicator who can motivate learners of all ages.
- Organised, reliable, and able to manage varied student needs.
- Passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their musical goals.
- Experience working with children and/or adults in an educational setting is an advantage.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, award-winning team and play a key role in shaping students’ musical journeys. If you’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of guitarists, Focus Music would love to welcome you to the academy.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: £30.00 per hour
Application question(s):
Education:
- Diploma of Higher Education (required)
Experience:
- Teaching: 4 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
