Music Teacher Performance Manager - North East

About The Role

At iRock School of Music, we’re on a mission to transform the way children experience music education. Through high-energy, band-based sessions in primary schools across the UK, we give thousands of children each week the chance to play, perform, and feel part of something bigger. But what truly sets us apart is our people. Our team of passionate musicians and educators don’t just teach, they inspire confidence, nurture creativity, and create unforgettable moments for every child they work with.

If you’re looking for a role where your love of music meets real purpose, where no two days are the same, and where you can make a lasting impact while doing what you love, iRock could be the perfect stage for you.

Salary: £34,000 p/a plus a fuel card and car allowance

Bonus: Annual Bonus linked to both Company and Individual Performance

Travel Package: Support with car costs through our iRock Road Ready Scheme

Holiday: 11 weeks of paid school holidays, plus bank holidays

Contract: Full-time (40 hours per Week), permanent

Location: North East - covering areas such as Washington, Cramlington, York and beyond

Start Date: 1st September 2026

Key Responsibilities

• Manage, train and support a team of up to 12 band coaches.
• Conduct observations, 1:1s, PDPs and ensure performance against KPIs.
• Carry out regular lesson observations, providing feedback and demonstrations.
• Plan and conduct probationary reviews and subsequent performance management meetings.
• Effectively manage poor performance and disciplinary issues with the support of HR.
• Ensure admin tasks are completed and kept up to date.
• Lead your team to maintain the mission and values of the company.
• Ensure you and your team adhere to company policies & procedures at all times.
• Grow student numbers across the region delivering measurable impact every week.
• Maintain high levels of communication with your team and iRock’s Senior Leadership Team.
• Evaluate current business processes and report any issues on the field to the Regional Manager.
• Plan and execute team performance meetings.

What we’re looking for

• 2+ years of teaching experience desired but not required.
• Good knowledge and ability to teach all of the following - guitar, keyboard, drums and vocals.
• Own a car and be willing to do extensive travelling and occasional overnight stays.
• Be able to organise your own schedule and effectively manage your workload.
• Have a strong set of administrative skills.
• Be a determined and driven person with a high work ethic.
• Be approachable and have strong communication skills.
• Have a strong set of problem-solving skills.
• Ability to motivate individuals to uphold the company’s mission and values.

What We Offer

• A full-time, permanent role in a supportive and friendly office environment.
• 27 days annual leave, plus recognised bank holidays.
• Company-wide bonus scheme.
• Health and wellbeing package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Regular team events, including an annual company conference.
• Employee referral bonus scheme.

Recruitment Statement

This role requires the applicant to be a UK national or be resident in the UK with a right to work visa already in place. iRock embraces diversity and equal opportunity. This advert is not intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. We are committed to fair treatment; therefore, every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications, and ability to perform the duties of the job.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Due to the nature of the position, any offer of employment for this role will be subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS and other vetting checks and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from working in a regulated activity. Ex-offenders with spent convictions will be considered on an individual basis and the nature of their offence will be taken into account in the recruitment decision.

Throughout the recruitment process, iRock collects and processes a range of personal data relating to job applicants. We are transparent about how this data is collected, used, and stored and are committed to compliance with data protection obligations.

For more details on our recruitment policies, visit iRock Recruitment Policy.

As a Band Coach, you’ll be at the centre of that mission, helping children discover what they’re capable of and creating moments they’ll remember long after the lesson ends.