At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire the Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra, nurturing young musicians' talents.
- Company: Join Gloucestershire Music, a supportive and family-friendly employer.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, career development, and access to counselling services.
- Other info: Work in a positive environment with opportunities for growth and support.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on young musicians and help them achieve their performance goals.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading ensembles and a passion for youth music education.
The predicted salary is between 38.7 - 38.7 £ per hour.
Gloucestershire Music is seeking a highly skilled and passionate ensemble instructor to lead the Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra (GYWO), our top County wind ensemble.
This post will support Gloucestershire Music in achieving high quality music education by effectively supporting, tutoring, instructing or coaching young musicians. This role will primarily involve leading our award winning, highest county level wind orchestra which meets 6.45 - 8.45pm over 30 Thursdays per year during term-time at Barnwood Park School, Gloucester. Membership of GYWO is open to young musicians grade 6+ standard by teacher/school nomination or trial rehearsal period. The orchestra will have multiple, high quality concert opportunities throughout the year, with repertoire spanning across the range of wind orchestra repertoire.
This position requires someone who possesses the skills to motivate and inspire young musicians to aspire to the highest standards of performance. This post would suit somebody with experience of leading such ensembles and who has a passion for youth music. The successful candidate will be working in collaboration with the Extended Learning and Provisions Manager and the Head of Service for Gloucestershire Music.
For all your hard work, you will receive the following:
- Flexible working opportunities
- Annual leave allowance and preparation time wrapped up in pay
- Family friendly employer offering benefits to help support you and your family
- Career development and qualification opportunities
- Supportive and positive working environment with regular, robust supervision
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that provides free, confidential counselling and advice for employees, available 24 hours a day, online and by telephone
- An in-house Occupational Health service
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Gloucestershire Salary Sacrifice Green Car Scheme (T&Cs apply)
- Links to employee networks such as Prism (LGBT+) network and the Young Employees Network
Short-listed candidates will be contacted by email and invited to interview in the week commencing 10th August 2026.
Gloucestershire Music is Gloucestershire County Council's Music Service for the County. We are the largest delivery partner and deliver on activities both in and out of schools. We also run the instrument hire scheme for the County.
Gloucestershire Youth Wind Orchestra Leader employer: Music Mark
Inspire Music is an exceptional employer for music teachers, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises professional development and growth. With access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme and opportunities to teach across various schools in Nottinghamshire, employees can enjoy a fulfilling career while making a meaningful impact on students' musical journeys. The organisation values diversity in teaching specialisms, encouraging educators to share their passion for music in a dynamic and engaging environment.
