Music Centre Instructor

Kirklees Metropolitan Council; Skipton; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

North Yorkshire Music Service is seeking a skilled brass teacher to join Skipton Music Centre. You will teach Brass in small groups and one-to-one sessions, lead the Beginner Band or Senior Concert Band, and bring fresh ideas to our Saturday learning.

The role is fixed-term for one year, 3.5 hours per week (30 sessions per academic year, pro-rata). A degree in music and safeguarding experience are desirable; dedication to inclusive, youth-informed teaching is essential.

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.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.

Responsibilities

• Teach brass in small group and individual lessons.
• Lead an ensemble – Beginner Band or Concert Band.
• Create an inspiring and inclusive learning environment.
• Contribute to the community of the music centre and collaborate with staff.

Skills

Instrumental repertoire

Teaching methods

Communication skills

Safeguarding

Partnership work

Multi-instrument teaching

Education

Music degree or higher

Job description

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

You 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).

The ideal candidate will be creative and enthusiastic, confident in supporting young people and adults at different stages of their musical journey. They will create an inspiring and inclusive learning environment, incorporating Youth Voice and child-centred approaches. They will be interested in contributing to the community of the music centre and collaborating with the wider staff team.

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

The contract is fixed term for one year, to be reviewed after that.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

• Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Ability to teach/play more than one instrument.
• Experience in safeguarding and partnership working.
• Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.

For further information about the role please contact Isobel Mortimer, Music Centre Manager at [e-mail]

Key dates

Closing Date: 1st September 2026

Company: North Yorkshire Council

Salary: £22,601 to £35,259

Location: Skipton, North Yorkshire

Sector: Education

Sector: Skills and Learning

Job Role: Teacher

Job Role: Specialist