Music Instructor - ANG05813. Job in Forfar Education & Training Jobs

Angus Council; Forfar; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A local government authority in Forfar seeks a passionate and motivated guitar and bass guitar instructor. The role involves teaching students of all ages and encouraging engagement in various musical activities. Applicants must be prepared for instrument instruction from beginners to advanced students. Flexible working arrangements are available for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• Must be enthusiastic and motivated.
• Experience in teaching various age groups preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach guitar and bass guitar to pupils of varying ages.
• Encourage pupil engagement in music groups and festivals.
• Convey the joy and importance of music.

Skills

Teaching guitar and bass guitar

Engagement in solo and ensemble playing

Education

Ability to become a member of the PVG Scheme

Job description

Overview

Based at Various locations throughout Angus. This job is Workstyle 1 - Fixed. In this workstyle most of your time is spent undertaking the direct delivery of front-line services work. Depending on your role there may be a limited requirement to access a specific council location during the course of the working week if you are not delivering your service at a council location.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated guitar and bass guitar instructor to join our team of instrumental education specialists in Angus.

Responsibilities

• Teaching guitar and bass guitar to pupils of varying ages and stages, from complete beginners through to S6 pupils wishing to audition for music college.
• Encourage and lead pupil engagement in solo and ensemble playing, participation in school, regional and national music groups, local music festivals, participation in external performance exams (ABRSM/Trinity College London etc.).
• Convey the joy and importance of music as part of life-long learning.

Please note interviews will be held Thursday, 23 October 2025.

Requirements

You must have the ability to become a member of the PVG Scheme.

• Please refer to job outline and person specification for further details and requirements for this job.

About Angus Council

In addition, please refer to the "applicant guidance" document when completing your application form and to the "welcome to Angus" document and our website for more information about working for Angus Council.

The Individual

We are happy to discuss flexible working during the recruitment process for this position. This means we are open to a conversation about working patterns and the flexibility that is available for this role whilst managing the workload.

We offer a guaranteed job interview to the following people who meet the essential criteria on application for a job: Those with disabilities, recognised caring responsibilities, care experienced young people and ex-armed forces personnel. This also applies to our own employees with caring responsibilities, young people on apprenticeships and placements who meet the essential criteria for the job.