Instrumental Tutor (Drum kit, piano and / or curriculum music)

Lincolnshire County Council; Boston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Boston is seeking an Instrumental Tutor to deliver engaging music lessons for drum kit and piano. The role requires teaching children and young people in varying settings while promoting music education. Candidates should have relevant music qualifications and experience in teaching, alongside excellent communication skills. The position offers a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development, with a flexible working pattern of 12 hours a week during term time.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working arrangements

Teachers pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience teaching in a school or music service setting.
• Willingness to obtain Enhanced DBS clearance.
• Ability to travel between teaching locations.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging drum kit and piano lessons to pupils.
• Prepare students for performances and exams.
• Collaborate with schools to promote music education.
• Deliver curriculum music lessons in primary or special schools.

Skills

Proficient in drum kit performance

Proficient in piano performance

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to inspire learners

Experience in teaching children

Education

Relevant music qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Instrumental Tutor (Drum Kit, Piano and/or Curriculum Music)

Working Pattern: Term time only, 12 hours per week (36 weeks per year)

Salary: £25,195 - £36,967 per annum, pro rata

Location: Lincolnshire (primarily South Kesteven, East Lindsey and Boston)

Closing Date: Sunday 8 February 2026

Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026

Please note: Enquiries to the music service email will be responded to after the 5th January 2026 due to the Christmas break

Lincolnshire Music Service is seeking enthusiastic and skilled instrumental tutors to deliver drum kit, piano and/or curriculum music lessons. We are passionate about inspiring young people through music and providing high-quality tuition across the county.

About the Role

• Deliver engaging drum kit and piano lessons to pupils of varying ages and abilities, both individually and in groups.
• Prepare students for performances, exams, and ensemble participation.
• Work collaboratively with schools and the Music Service team to promote music education.
• Travel between teaching locations within Lincolnshire (mileage and travel time allowance provided).
• The ability to offer a second or third instrument would increase the number of hours available.
• Deliver impactful curriculum music lessons within primary, or special school setting.

About You

• Proficient in drum kit, piano and/or curriculum performance with a strong understanding of technique and musical styles.
• Experience in teaching children and young people, ideally in a school or music service setting.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to inspire and motivate learners of all abilities.
• A relevant music qualification or equivalent experience.
• Enhanced DBS clearance (or willingness to obtain).
• A large proportion of the teaching will take place in the districts of South Kesteven, East Lindsey and Boston.
• The ability to travel is essential for the role of a peripatetic music tutor.

What We Offer

• A supportive and creative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• The chance to make a real difference in the lives of young musicians.
• Supportive permanent contractual benefits including teachers pension scheme.

If you would like an open and informal discussion regarding this role then please contact Jennifer McKie via email musicservice lincolnshire.gov.uk.

Please note: It is imperative that your covering letter/personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.

Please refer to our Job Information Pack to support you in your application.

A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found.

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.