Music Lecturer

Morgan Hunt; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-time 18 hours

Friendly college environment

Ongoing temporary assignment

Impactful role for learners

Job summary

Derby College is seeking an enthusiastic Music Lecturer to deliver Level 2 and Level 3 Music Diploma lessons, helping learners reach their potential. The role is part-time, 18 hours across four days, and temporary ongoing to cover sickness absence.

You will plan lessons, create engaging resources, and monitor progress using ProMonitor and Markbook while collaborating with the Music department to enhance the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Music within Further Education or a similar setting.
• Relevant Music qualification
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and support learners of varying abilities
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching on Level 2 and Level 3 Music courses
• Plan lessons and develop engaging learning resources
• Monitor and record student progress using ProMonitor and Markbook
• Communicate with students' next of kin where required
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme improvement
• Work collaboratively with the wider Music department

Skills

Music teaching

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Student motivation

Education

Relevant Music qualification

Job description

Music Lecturer

Derby-Based College
Start Date: 2nd November 2026
18 Hours Per Week Across 4 Days
Temporary Ongoing Assignment (Sickness Cover)
A Derby-based college is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Music Lecturer to join the team on a temporary ongoing basis, covering long-term sickness absence.

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and inspiring lessons across Level 2 and Level 3 Music Diploma programmes, supporting learners to achieve their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality teaching on Level 2 and Level 3 Music courses
• Plan lessons and develop engaging learning resources
• Monitor and record student progress using ProMonitor and Markbook
• Communicate with students' next of kin where required
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme improvement
• Work collaboratively with the wider Music department

About You

• Experience teaching Music within Further Education or a similar setting
• Relevant Music qualification
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and support learners of varying abilities
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one

What's on Offer?

• Part-time opportunity (18 hours over 4 days)
• Friendly and supportive college environment
• Ongoing temporary assignment
• Opportunity to make a real impact on learners' progression