Rock band Rehearsal Lead / Tutor

Teaching Vacancies; Loughton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Davenant Foundation School is seeking a dynamic Rock Band Rehearsal Leader and Tutor to inspire the next generation of student musicians. You will coach student bands, guide ensemble work and help students master instruments while building live performance skills.

Working with the Music department, you will lead collaborative arrangements, songwriting, and regular gigs in a vibrant and inclusive setting. Davenant Foundation School commits to safeguarding and high staff standards.

Qualifications

• Understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the school.
• A respect for young people and adults demonstrated through positive attitudes and behaviour.
• Inter-personal skills such as diplomacy, confidentiality, and sensitivity to others.
• High levels of organisation and efficiency.
• Team skills and willingness to work with others, provide support and learn from colleagues.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to undertake relevant training and CPD.
• Excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Flexibility to work on tasks as directed, commensurate with the grade of the post.

Responsibilities

• Coach student bands and ensemble groups across contemporary rock, pop and alternative genres.
• Help them master instruments, develop ensemble timing and stage presence.
• Guide students through collaborative arrangements, creative songwriting and regular live performances.
• Foster a vibrant, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every young musician can find their voice.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisation

Teamwork

Time management

Flexibility

Adaptability

Commitment to CPD

Attendance

Calm under pressure

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

• Understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the school
• A respect for young people, as well as adults, that is demonstrable through positive attitudes and behaviour
• Inter-personal skills e.g. diplomacy, confidentiality, sensitivity to the needs of others
• High levels of organisation and efficiency
• Team skills e.g. willingness to work with others, provide support and learn from colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• A commitment to undertake relevant training and CPD
• A record of excellent attendance and punctuality
• To work flexibly, undertaking tasks as directed, commensurate with the grade of the post

What the school offers its staff

We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Rock Band Rehearsal Leader and Tutor to inspire the next generation of student musicians. In this hands-on role, you will coach student bands and ensemble groups across contemporary rock, pop, and alternative genres, helping them master their instruments, develop ensemble timing, and build stage presence. Working closely with the Music department, you will guide students through collaborative arrangements, creative song-writing, and regular live performances, fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and high-energy environment where every young musician can find their voice and rock out.

Davenant Foundation School is committed to creating a diverse workforce. We’ll consider all qualified applicants for employment.

Davenant Foundation School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory completion of safeguarding checks.

Commitment to safeguarding

Davenant is committed to safeguarding and protecting the children and young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedure in place, which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the school.