Trombone Teacher

Coast and Vale Learning Trust; Abingdon; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Radley College is seeking a dedicated trombone teacher to work with approximately 7 pupils. You will also contribute to ensembles, potentially leading a chamber ensemble or brass group, and may assist with sectional rehearsals. Teaching other lower brass instruments (euphonium, tuba) could be an advantage.

The successful candidate should stay current with instrumental teaching methods, repertoire, and professional development, ensuring every pupil makes progress and develops a love of music.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach trombone to various ages and abilities.
• Knowledge of teaching strategies, repertoire, and progression.
• Interest in instrumental pedagogy and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Teach trombone to the assigned pupils (approx. 7).
• Lead or assist with school ensembles and brass groups.
• Support sectional rehearsals and contribute to broader instrumental activities.

Skills

Trombone

Ensemble leadership

Brass teaching

Sectional rehearsals

Lower brass instruments

Job description

Radley College is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled teacher of Trombone to work with approximately 7 pupils. In addition to individual teaching, there will be opportunities to contribute to the school's ensembles, whether leading a chamber ensemble or brass group, or assisting with sectional rehearsals. Ability to teach other lower brass instruments (euphonium, tuba) could be an advantage.

As well as knowledge of teaching strategies, teaching repertoire and adaptability to the individual, the successful applicant will show an active interest and insight into current instrumental teaching, research and development, and in pursuing their own professional development as an instrumental teacher. Most importantly, they will be committed to ensuring every boy makes progress and develops a love of music, whether they are a beginner or a musician with many years' experience.

The deadline for applications is 12 noon Thursday 24 September, but we reserve the right to consider applications as they arrive.