Music Tutor (Guitar) at Harrogate Grammar School

Harrogate Grammar School; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Supportive environment

Community culture

Professional development

Job summary

Red Kite Learning Trust is seeking a Guitar Tutor to join the Encore! music programme on a casual basis. Lessons will be delivered during lunchtimes or after school at Oatlands Junior School, with opportunities to cover at Western Primary and Harrogate Grammar School.

We value adaptable educators who can also support other instruments. The role emphasizes student development, respectful learning environments and professional growth within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Passion for student development.
• Ability to design engaging guitar lessons.
• Flexibility to teach additional instruments is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instrumental lessons during lunchtimes or after school.
• Potential to provide cover at Oatlands Junior School, Western Primary School and Harrogate Grammar School.
• Support Cross-school music programme with pupils of varying abilities.

Skills

Guitar tutor

Music education

Lesson planning

Job description

About this Role

Zero hours, Casual contract.

Are you passionate about nurturing musical talent and inspiring the next generation of performers?

We are seeking an enthusiastic and inspiring Guitar Tutor to join the Encore! music programme on a casual basis. The successful candidate will deliver engaging instrumental lessons during lunchtimes or after school, helping students develop their musical skills, confidence and enjoyment of music.

The role is primarily based at Oatlands Junior School, although there may be opportunities to provide cover and support at Western Primary School and Harrogate Grammar School as required.

While the ability to teach guitar is essential, the ability to teach additional instruments would be advantageous and would enable broader support across the music programme.

Here’s what you can expect when you join us:

• Flexible working options: We support work-life balance and are open to exploring suitable arrangements
• Supportive environment: We prioritise respect, equality, diversity, and well-being
• Community culture: Collaboration and generosity are at the heart of our team
• Professional development: We invest in your growth at every stage of your career

About You

To be a good fit for this role, you will be:

• A skilled musician and educator with a passion for student development
• A professional individual with the ability to design engaging lessons with clear objectives tailored to student needs and abilities
• Able to foster a positive, disciplined learning environment built on mutual respect
• A compassionate and adaptable individual who demonstrates a strong commitment to meeting the diverse needs of all pupils
• Committed to building positive relationships with students, fostering respect while maintaining high expectations

Next Steps

Let’s Connect: We would love to speak to you to answer any questions you might have about this role or our school ahead of applying for this opportunity. To arrange a convenient time to speak in person, or visit us ahead of applying, please email Louise Addison at [email protected].

Adjustments

Should you require any adjustments to our recruitment process, please include these within Part Two of our application form under the section 'Disability and Accessibility'.

Applicant Guidance

Red Kite Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments will be subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure. We are an equal opportunities employer which welcomes applications from all sectors of the community. We are committed to promoting diversity and want a workforce which reflects the local population of each of our schools. Our recruitment guidelines and privacy notice for applicants can be found HERE.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we encourage early submission. We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should a suitable candidate be appointed.