Instrumental Teacher

Warwickshire County Council; Radford Semele; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education authority in Radford Semele is seeking a woodwind instrumental specialist teacher to deliver group, individual, and ensemble lessons. This role, requiring enthusiasm and technological confidence, offers up to 12 hours of teaching per week. Applicants should be organised and ready for professional development within a supportive environment. The position includes a generous benefits package, covering travel expenses and contributing to the Teacher Pension Scheme.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Agile working and annual leave

Access to benefits platform

Qualifications

• Organised, skilled, and confident in using technology for teaching.
• Receptive to new ideas and ambitious for professional development.
• Prior experience in teaching music is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Teach group, individual, whole class, and ensemble lessons.
• Design and deliver lesson plans tailored to students' needs.
• Use technology effectively in music lessons.
• Work independently and collaboratively to promote musical development.

Skills

Organisational skills

Confidence in technology use

Enthusiasm for teaching music

Ability to work in a team

Job description

Overview

In response to significant demand, we are looking for a woodwind instrumental specialist teacher to join our team to teach group, individual, whole class and ensemble lessons for up to 12 hours per week in North, East and Central Warwickshire. Please note 3h of whole class and 3h of instrumental teaching (6h total) is maternity cover. Teaching will take place during the school day with some teaching expected at Area Music Centre's up to 6:30 p.m.

We welcome new applications to the instrumental teaching profession and can provide support and training to enable ongoing individual professional development, especially in group and whole class teaching practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach group, individual, whole class and ensemble lessons up to 12 hours per week. • Design and deliver lesson plans that meet the curriculum and individual student needs. • Use technology effectively in lessons. • Work independently and as part of a team dedicated to the musical development and safeguarding of children and young people.

Qualifications & Skills

Your commitment and enthusiasm as a musician and teacher is essential. You should be organised, skilled and confident in the use of technology, receptive to new ideas, ambitious for your own professional development, and able to work independently and as part of a team.

The Fluency Duty requires accurate spoken English to the public. Successful applicants are subject to pre‑engagement checks including a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

Salary and Hours

Instrumental salary range: £19,970 F.T.E (£22.01 per hour) to £29,825 F.T.E (£32.87 per hour) – 33 weeks delivery.

Whole Class salary range: £40,739 F.T.E (£37.99 per hour) – 36 weeks delivery plus 3 weeks planning.

Pay is annualised and paid monthly throughout the year. Teaching hours may increase or decrease in response to demand. Travel expenses are covered and teaching roles benefit from membership of the Teacher Pension Scheme.

Benefits

• A generous pension scheme with typically around a 19% employer contribution rate.

• Agile working, generous annual leave, bank holidays, an additional day at Christmas, and access to Vivupbenefits and discounts platform.

• Membership of the Teacher Pension Scheme, travel expenses paid, and an attractive benefits package for employees working in local government.

About Warwickshire Music

Warwickshire Music is the principal provider of music education in Warwickshire and the lead organisation of the Warwickshire Music Hub. We teach over 10,000 pupils each week and provide instrumental, vocal and class music teaching in schools, community music centres and a wide range of ensembles and music groups each week for children & young people across Warwickshire.

Commitment to Safeguarding

Warwickshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. Successful applicants will be subject to pre‑engagement checks including a DBS check and adherence to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Future Opportunities

Warwickshire County Council are committed to ensuring Warwickshire’s economy is vibrant and supported by the right jobs, training, skills and infrastructure. Our people vision is a great place to work where diverse and talented people are enabled to be their best.