Instrumental Music Teachers of Bassoon and Trumpet

Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure; Ilford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An arts and culture organization in Ilford is seeking passionate bassoon and trumpet teachers to deliver small group and individual lessons at local schools. This role includes performance opportunities, contributing to the vibrant community music scene, and requires a music degree and strong musical skills. The position offers an exciting chance to inspire young musicians and engage with the local arts community.

Qualifications

• Music Degree or equivalent required.
• Excellent musical skills and communication abilities.
• High performance level on main instrument necessary.
• Familiarity with the technical demands of instruments is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach small group and individual lessons for bassoon and trumpet.
• Perform in music service ensembles at various schools.
• Support Whole Class Ensemble Teaching when required.

Skills

Good Musical Skills

Effective Oral and Written Communication

High Level of Performance

Knowledge of Technical Demands of Instruments

Education

Music Degree or Equivalent

Job description

Overview

Location: John Savage Centre, Redbridge Music Service, Vision Redbridge Culture & Leisure, Fencepiece Rd, Ilford IG6 2NB

An exciting opportunity has arisen for passionate instrumental teachers to join the vibrant team at Redbridge Music Service, part of Vision Redbridge Culture and Leisure.

Roles

• Bassoon Teacher: Following a successful taster day for Double Reed instruments, we are looking to appoint a bassoon teacher to offer small group and individual lessons at our Music School based in Hainault. In addition to this, the role includes playing in the Music Service Woodwind recital quartet, performing weekly at different schools in the borough. Having the ability to teach other woodwind instruments in schools and deliver or support Whole Class Ensemble Teaching would be an advantage. The work would involve working on Wednesday afternoons and evenings.
• Trumpet Teacher: We are looking to appoint a new trumpet specialist to our expanding brass department. The nature of the work would involve teaching individual and small group lessons both on the trumpet and other brass instruments. In addition to this, the role includes playing in the Music Service Brass recital quintet, performing weekly at different schools in the borough to promote the instruments of the brass family. Having the ability to deliver or support Whole Class Ensemble Teaching would be an advantage. The work would involve working on Wednesday afternoons and evenings.

Based at the John Savage Centre in Hainault, and delivering tuition in 48 Redbridge schools you will find yourself immersed in a world of musical energy, surrounded by instruments, creativity, and passion for teaching children but also adults, toddlers, and even babies. With over 50 concerts per year, including performances at iconic venues like the Royal Albert Hall, your role will directly impact the musical journeys of talented students in the community.

Essential requirements

• Music Degree or equivalent
• Good Musical Skills, effective oral and Written communication
• High level of performance on your main instrument
• Good knowledge of the technical demands of any instrument you are competent to teach.

Safeguarding and recruitment

• Enhanced DBS checks will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process. It will be necessary to request references before being invited to interview as part of safer recruitment.

This is a specialist advert. If you wish to apply for our other opportunities at Redbridge Music School please see our advert Instrumental/Vocal Music Teachers.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.