Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher

Teacheroo; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

The Edinburgh Academy is looking for a passionate and experienced Voluntary Music Teacher to join their Pipe Band Team starting August 2025. The role involves teaching Bass and Tenor drum lessons, providing feedback on student progress, and contributing to various performances. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and a proven track record in music education.

Qualifications

• Proven success in teaching students from primary to S6.
• Experience with RSPBA Competitions and PDQB exams.
• Outstanding performing practitioner in music.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual Bass and Tenor lessons as directed.
• Offer regular feedback on student progress and contribute to performances.
• Support exam candidates as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Performance Skills

Education

Relevant teaching qualifications

Music Graduate

Job description

The Edinburgh Academy is seeking to expand its bank of self-employed Voluntary Music Teachers (VMT) within the Pipe Band Team, specifically an experienced and enthusiastic Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher starting August 2025. The position requires a commitment of approximately one and a half days of teaching per week, potentially increasing to two full days.

We welcome applications from well-qualified music graduates with relevant teaching qualifications and/or experience, and a proven track record in teaching pupils from primary to S6. The successful candidate will be passionate about developing the Bass Drum and Tenor Drum programme at The Edinburgh Academy. Teaching locations include both the Arboretum and Henderson Row sites.

The Academy sets a minimum charge for lessons, and the VMT is responsible for paying a Facility Charge for resource use within the School. As a self-employed VMT, there is a direct relationship with parents, and the VMT will invoice parents directly for tuition fees. Opportunities may exist for group coaching and supporting school rehearsals or competitions such as CCF events, RSPBA, and Non-RSPBA competitions throughout the year, with remuneration at the applicable hourly rate.

Conditions of Appointment

The appointment will be subject to an interview and audition, satisfactory references, identity verification, and proof of qualifications.

Child Protection

The Edinburgh Academy is committed to safeguarding children and requires applicants to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and PVG Disclosure Scotland.

Equal Opportunities

The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and encourages applications from qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender, race, or sexual orientation.

Enquiries

For enquiries, contact the Pipe Band at [e-mail]. Interviews are planned to be held between 7th and 14th August 2025.

Main Responsibilities

• Provide weekly individual Bass and Tenor lessons as directed by the Head of the Pipe Band.
• Offer regular, constructive feedback on student progress.
• Support SQA and other exam candidates as needed.
• Contribute to school and external performances.
• Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues.
• Follow the guidelines and expectations of the Music Department.

The Ideal Candidate

• Is an outstanding performing practitioner.
• Has proven success in teaching young people.
• Possesses thorough knowledge of repertoire, including that required for RSPBA Competitions/PDQB exams.
• Is a prompt and effective communicator, both in person and via email.
• Has excellent organisational skills.

About the School/Organisation

The Edinburgh Academy is a fully co-educational school comprising a Senior School, Junior School, and Nursery Department. It is a member of HMC. The school moved to full co-education in 2008. Both the Junior and Senior Schools are situated on separate grounds with extensive sports facilities, including playing fields, an all-weather sports area, and a large Sports Hall and Centre.