Peripatetic Music Tutor (Brass)

Kingsbury High School; Greater London; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kingsbury High School is seeking a dedicated brass teacher to deliver high-quality lessons and lead ensembles. The role involves preparing students for ABRSM/GCSE exams and supporting brass groups and pit bands across the school.

You will work with a peripatetic team to keep music at the heart of the school culture, with emphasis on student development and participation in school events.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching brass instruments to secondary school students (desirable).
• Essential expertise on trumpet and a range of brass instruments.
• Degree in Music/Brass Performance, Grade 8 or a professional qualification.
• Enhanced DBS check or willingness to obtain one before start date.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality brass lessons to students across lower and upper brass.
• Prepare students for graded examinations (ABRSM, GCSE) and ensemble performances.
• Lead or assist with school brass groups, band rehearsals, and pit bands.
• Track student development and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Brass instruments

Trumpet

Ensemble directing

Student mentoring

Education

Degree in Music/Brass Performance

Grade 8 or professional qualification

Job description

About the Department

Our music department is thriving, with over 50 students currently enrolled in instrumental and vocal tuition.

We host a packed annual calendar of events, including large-scale school concerts, brass ensembles, and major musical productions.

You will join a dedicated team of peripatetic staff working together to keep music at the heart of our school culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality individual and small-group brass lessons across lower and upper brass (trumpet, cornet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba).
• Prepare students for graded practical examinations (ABRSM, GCSE) and ensemble performances.
• Lead or assist with school brass groups, band rehearsals, and pit bands for school musicians.
• Track student development, provide constructive feedback, and encourage participation in whole-school music events.

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience teaching brass instruments to secondary school students (Ages 11-18). (desirable)
• Expertise on the trumpet and a range of brass instruments (essential)
• Ability to direct or support student ensembles and pit orchestras. (desirable)
• Degree in Music/Brass Performance, Grade 8 or professional qualification. (essential)
• Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one prior to start date).

Please see the attached candidate pack for full and further details about the role and school.