At a Glance
- Tasks: Inspire young musicians through individual and group percussion lessons.
- Company: Join Trafford Council's vibrant music team dedicated to nurturing talent.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Flexible hours available; perfect for students looking to share their passion.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on the musical journey of children aged 7-18.
- Qualifications: Must have Grade 8 in Orchestral Percussion; teaching experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 11423 - 14496 £ per year.
About the Role
This role is for a committed and inspiring teacher to deliver individual/small group orchestral percussion and drum kit lessons to children aged 7-18 (school years 3-13) at our music centre during term time. On a Tuesday and Friday evening, the role will include supporting our percussionists in our ensembles for part of the time.
The successful candidate must be able to teach pupils from beginner to Grade 8 / Diploma on Orchestral Percussion and Drum Kit, and they will join a fabulous, dedicated, and inspirational team who will support you and your professional development. They will be supported with resources and shadowing opportunities of other Trafford Music Service staff. Qualifications on Orchestral percussion a minimum of Grade 8 is required to be shortlisted for this position. Candidates without specific training / qualifications on Orchestral percussion will not be considered. The ability to teach another instrument, especially piano, is desirable.
About You
Your style and approach will reflect our values and behaviours: you will be committed to continually learning and improving the way you do things to ensure quality music provision for pupils. You will have excellent organisational and ICT skills and an ability to work efficiently to deadlines. Excellent communication, planning and delivery is essential to this role, and above all else we want to recruit someone with a love for teaching children and inspiring the next generation of children to be musical.
Additional Information
This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.
Pay and Working Hours
This post is contracted on Teachers’ Pay and Conditions on the Unqualified Teacher pay scale 3-6. The working hours/days for this post are 4 hours on a Tuesday (4.00-8pm), 3.5 hours on a Wednesday (4pm-7.30pm), 4.5 hours on Fridays (4pm-8.30pm) and 3.5 hours on a Saturday (9am-12.30) during term time totalling 15.5 hours per week. We welcome applications from candidates who wish to job-share these hours and can commit to part of the above days / times. Candidates should be sure they can commit to teaching during term time before applying. We are committed to providing continuity for our pupils and the highest level of instrumental tutoring. Tutors are employed on Teachers’ pay and conditions and therefore have the school holidays off and all tutors are expected to fully commit to all term dates. An enhanced DBS check with children barred list check will be required.
How to apply
Candidates must complete the online job application form on the Greater.Jobs website. Candidates must include on their application: Examples of how you meet the attached role profile ‘About You’ criteria. What instrument/s you teach and to what level. Applications will be scored against how each candidate meets the ‘About You’ criteria on the role profile. Candidates will be notified by email if successful, and invited for a lesson observation.
Key Information
Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Trafford Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
Make an Impact. Apply Today.
If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team shaping a better Trafford for our residents, businesses and communities then we'd love to receive an application from you.
