Percussion Teacher

MUSIC MARK; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A vibrant music education organization in Huddersfield seeks a skilled Percussion Teacher to deliver engaging lessons across the Kirklees area. The role includes teaching a diverse range of students and supporting their development in music. Ideal candidates have proven percussion teaching experience, great communication skills, and the ability to work flexibly across different schools. This position is dedicated part-time, with potential for further development and inclusivity in music education.

Benefits

Opportunities for additional paid recruitment

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching percussion to students of varying abilities.
• Proficiency in drum kit and auxiliary percussion instruments, as well as music theory.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality drum kit and percussion lessons to students.
• Plan effective lessons to inspire students' love for music.
• Prepare students for performances, competitions, and exams.
• Support recruitment and timetable development.

Skills

Teaching percussion

Communication skills

Music theory proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility to travel

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for an inspiring and skilled Percussion Teacher to join our vibrant team and bring percussion to life through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality drum kit and percussion lessons to students of all ages and skill levels
• Plan effective lessons
• Inspire students to develop a love for music and a lifelong passion for playing percussion
• Prepare students for performances, competitions, and exams
• Follow administrative and reporting procedures
• Commit to 6 hours a week of dedicated one‑to‑one, small‑group, and whole‑class instrumental teaching sessions across a 33‑week school‑term schedule in Kirklees, predominantly in the Colne Valley area, including Friday afternoon/evening Music Centre sessions
• Support recruitment and timetable development, expanding the teaching portfolio and potentially growing the role into a full‑time equivalent position
• Recruit students for individual lessons, small group lessons, or whole‑class instrumental teaching sessions

Qualifications

• Proven experience teaching percussion to students of varying abilities
• Proficiency in drum kit and auxiliary percussion instruments, and music theory
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Enthusiasm for working with children and adults
• Flexibility to travel to different schools within Kirklees
• Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Enhanced DBS
• Ability to transport yourself between different schools each working day

Benefits & Commitments

We offer dedicated hours to support recruitment and timetable development and opportunities for additional paid recruitment.

Our commitment to inclusivity is woven into everything we do, providing musical opportunities to diverse backgrounds across Kirklees.