Full Time Guitar Tutor

Fancy a change?

If you’ve ever dreamed of swapping the commute for a coastline, this might be your sign.

School of Popular Music (SOPM) in Guernsey is looking for a talented Guitar Tutor to join our close-knit, creative team.

This is more than just a teaching role. It is a chance to build a full time, stable career doing what you love, in a place where you can finish your day and be at the beach five minutes later, with around 12 weeks paid holiday each year in line with school terms.

About SOPM

SOPM is the Channel Islands’ leading modern music school, offering lessons, workshops, and performance opportunities for all ages and abilities. Our mission: Music for Everyone.

You’ll teach mostly one-to-one lessons, with group classes and band workshops at our modern Delancey campus and in local schools. From first riffs to stage-ready solos, you’ll help students progress, perform, and fall in love with their instrument.

Key Responsibilities

• Teach engaging 1:1 and small-group guitar lessons
• Support students through graded exams (RSL, Trinity, etc.)
• Lead and assist band workshops and live performance projects
• Plan lessons, track progress, and communicate clearly with parents and learners
• Contribute to SOPM’s collaborative and creative team culture

Ideal Qualifications

Must-have

• Confident teaching one-to-one and small-group lessons
• Proficiency to Grade 8 (or equivalent) in guitar
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Comfortable across modern styles (rock, pop, acoustic, indie, etc.)
• Right to work in Guernsey (relocation support available)
• Willing to complete an enhanced background check

Preferred

• Experience as a performing musician or guitar tutor
• Ability to teach advanced techniques (lead, rhythm, improvisation)
• Experience leading band workshops or ensembles
• Basic DAW/recording literacy (Logic, GarageBand, etc.)
• Collaborative, student-centred approach

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and pension scheme
• Around 12 weeks paid holiday each year, with salary paid evenly across the year
• Secure, full time contracted hours
• Relocation support for off island applicants
• Modern, well equipped teaching facilities
• Supportive, friendly team
• Career development and creative freedom
• Staff discounts through our retail arm and access to on site gear
• Free parking and casual dress

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover note to [email protected]

or apply directly via Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Graduate

Pay: From £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person