Music Centre Instructor

Applefields School; Skipton; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,500; Part time

Job summary

Skipton Music Centre is seeking a skilled Brass teacher to lead instrumental lessons on Saturdays as part of the North Yorkshire Music Service, in Skipton, North Yorkshire.

You will teach Brass in small groups and individuals, lead the Beginner Band or Concert Band, and contribute to concerts and community events. The role requires a degree in music and strong repertoire knowledge, with safeguarding experience and the ability to work with learners of all ages.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach/play more than one instrument.
• Experience in safeguarding and partnership working.

Responsibilities

• Teach Brass in small group and individual lessons.
• Lead an ensemble – Beginner Band or senior Concert Band.
• Deliver musicianship and instrumental technique.
• Collaborate with staff and contribute to the wider community.

Skills

Brass teaching

Communication

Multi-instrument

Safeguarding

Education

Degree in music/performance

Job description

Grade: Unqualified Teachers Pay

Contract: Fixed term 12mths

Hours: 3.5 hours per week (Saturday morning)

Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire

We have an excellent opportunity here at North Yorkshire Music Service for a skilled and enthusiastic music teacher specialising in Brass at Skipton Music Centre.

About us

Skipton Music Centre is a lively Saturday morning centre, providing musical learning for children and adults across a range of instruments and genres. Delivering musical activities at the heart of Skipton and the surrounding area, we provide regular performance opportunities in our concerts and participation in community events.

About the role

The successful candidate will take over our instrumental lessons in Brass, teaching musicianship and instrumental technique, in small group and individual lessons, and be responsible for leading an ensemble – our thriving Beginner Band, senior Concert Band, or there is flexibility for another specialism (e.g. folk or jazz).

You will be creative and enthusiastic, confident in supporting young people and adults at different stages of their musical journey, creating an inspiring and inclusive learning environment, incorporating Youth Voice and child-centred approaches.

Contributing to the community of the music centre and collaborating with the wider staff team are key to the role.

• Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to teach/play more than one instrument.
• Experience in safeguarding and partnership working.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.

The contract is for 3.5 hours per week, 30 sessions per academic year (pro-ra-ta over 52 weeks). Additional time for concerts and events can also be claimed on a monthly basis.

Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.