Strings Instrumental Teacher — Ensemble Leader in Schools

The Methodist Church in Britain; Bradford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust induction and staff support

In-service training

Career progression

RESPECT Allyship Programme access

Job summary

Bradford Music & Arts Service, the lead organisation for the West Yorkshire Music Hub, is recruiting casual strings teachers to join its team of instrumental and vocal specialists. The work centres on whole-class instrumental learning, individual and small-group lessons, and directing ensembles in schools and at music centres across the district.

The post also includes concerts and performances, plus advice for teachers, parents and schools.

Qualifications

• Enhanced DBS check required.
• Current driving licence with access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Teach pupils in groups and individually.
• Deliver whole-class instrumental and continuation schemes.
• Tutor and direct choirs or ensembles in schools and at music centres.
• Take part in concerts and performances.
• Motivate pupils and seek out innovations in instrumental and vocal teaching.
• Monitor and assess pupils and give constructive feedback.
• Keep clear, accurate and up-to-date pupil records.
• Work within the safeguarding framework set out in Keeping Children Safe in Education.
• Undertake multi-agency working and electronic information sharing.
• Advise teachers, parents, carers and schools.
• Decide when to enter pupils for examinations such as Music Medals, ABRSM or other boards.
• Work as part of a professional team, attend team and service meetings, and share good practice and training.

Job description

Bradford Music & Arts Service, the lead organisation for the West Yorkshire Music Hub, is recruiting casual strings teachers to join its team of instrumental and vocal specialists. The work centres on whole-class instrumental learning, individual and small-group lessons, and directing ensembles in schools and at music centres across the district.

The post also includes concerts and performances, plus advice for teachers, parents and schools.