Careers at GSofM

Teach at The Glasgow
School of Music

Join one of Scotland’s professionally managed music schools, committed to exceptional teaching, student development, and long-term musical growth.
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Why GSofM

A Professionally Managed Environment for Exceptional Music Education

The Glasgow School of Music was built around long-term student development, professional standards, and a structured approach to one-to-one tuition.

Structured Systems

Clear scheduling, communication, safeguarding, and lesson continuity help create a reliable environment for tutors and students.

Established Student Base

GSofM supports students across piano, singing, guitar, drums, strings, woodwind, composition, and music theory.

Professional Environment

Tutors are respected as educators and musicians while maintaining high standards of professionalism and reliability.

Long-Term Student Development

Lessons focus on consistency, confidence building, technical development, and meaningful musical progress.

Administrative Support

Scheduling, invoicing, onboarding, and operational systems are managed centrally where appropriate.

Premium Teaching Spaces

Our Glasgow teaching environment supports high-quality one-to-one music tuition in a calm, focused setting.

“Music education should develop confidence, discipline, creativity, and lifelong musicianship — not simply prepare students for examinations.”
At GSofM, we value tutors who can inspire students while maintaining consistency, professionalism, and strong educational standards. Our teaching philosophy combines technical development with confidence building, creativity, and long-term musical growth across all ages and abilities.
Who We’re Looking For

Professional, Reliable, Student-Focused Educators

We welcome applications from music educators who value reliability, communication, safeguarding, and long-term student development.
  • Experienced music educators and performing musicians
  • Conservatoire and university-trained musicians welcomed
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Reliable and organised professionals
  • Positive and student-focused teaching approach
  • PVG membership required prior to onboarding
  • Teaching experience advantageous
  • Evening and weekend availability beneficial
  • Commitment to safeguarding and professionalism essential
  • Interest in long-term educational development encouraged
Current Roles

Teaching Opportunities at GSofM

Guitar Tutor
Recruiting
Ideal for a reliable guitar educator with strong communication skills and the ability to support students across beginner to advancing levels.
Singing Tutor
Recruiting
Suitable for a confident vocal tutor with a student-centred approach, strong technique, and experience supporting different ages and abilities.
Drum Tutor
Recruiting
For a professional drum tutor able to provide structured, engaging lessons with clear progression and reliable weekly availability.
Violin Tutor
Expression of Interest
We welcome interest from string tutors who align with GSofM’s standards for professionalism, safeguarding, and musical development.
Woodwind Tutor
Expression of Interest
We are interested in hearing from saxophone, flute, clarinet, and wider woodwind educators for future teaching opportunities.
Administration & Operations
Future Opportunities
Future operational roles may support scheduling, client communication, onboarding, reporting, and school administration.
Institutional Standards

Built Around Trust, Structure, and Progress

GSofM is more than a collection of private lessons. Our school is built around consistency, safeguarding, professional communication, and long-term musical development.
Structured Lessons are organised around recurring weekly tuition, clear communication, and long-term student progress.
Safeguarded PVG membership and professional conduct are central to our onboarding and teaching standards.
Supported Administration, scheduling, invoicing, and family communication are managed centrally where appropriate.
Selective We look for tutors who represent GSofM’s standards in teaching quality, reliability, and communication.
Application Process

Joining the GSofM Team

01

Submit Your CV

Send your CV with a short introduction outlining your teaching experience, musical background, and availability.

02

Informal Discussion

Suitable applicants will be invited for an informal discussion regarding teaching approach, availability, and experience.

03

Teaching Review

Applicants may be asked to discuss lesson structure, student development, and relevant educational experience.

04

Onboarding

Successful applicants complete safeguarding and onboarding procedures prior to teaching within GSofM.

Applicant Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a PVG to teach at GSofM?

Yes. Tutors must hold appropriate PVG membership before teaching at The Glasgow School of Music. Safeguarding is treated as an essential professional requirement.

Do I need previous teaching experience?

Teaching experience is strongly preferred, but we also welcome applications from capable musicians with excellent communication skills and a clear student-focused approach.

Which instruments are currently in demand?

Demand varies throughout the year, but we are particularly interested in hearing from tutors in guitar, singing, drums, strings, woodwind, piano, composition, and music theory.

Are evening and weekend hours available?

Yes. Many students attend lessons outside school and working hours, so evening and weekend availability is especially valuable.

How do I apply?

Please send your CV with a short introduction outlining your instrument, teaching background, availability, and why you would like to teach at GSofM.

Our Home in Glasgow

Teach in a Professional Music School Environment

Based in Kinning Park, The Glasgow School of Music provides a focused, welcoming setting for structured one-to-one music tuition.

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