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The role
Join Southwark Music, part of the SE London Music Hub, and play a pivotal role in enriching the lives of children and young people through music. We are looking for passionate and skilled Instrumental Music Tutors to deliver outstanding music education in primary schools across Southwark. We are particularly keen to hear from violin, ukulele, music tech and woodwind teachers. As part of our dynamic team, you will:
- Teach instrumental and vocal music to children with varying musical abilities in whole-class or small-group settings.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons, aligning with Southwark Music’s curriculum and standards.
- Inspire a love for music through innovative teaching methods, fostering confidence and creativity in young learners.
- Organise and participate in exciting performance opportunities for students, promoting their musical growth.
- Receive comprehensive training, mentoring, and support to help you excel in your role.
This casual employment opportunity offers flexibility while enabling you to make a meaningful impact on young lives through the power of music. The recommended hourly rate is £38.52 - £42.80.
About You
We are seeking individuals who are not only talented musicians but also exceptional educators. To succeed in this role, you will need:
- A degree or equivalent professional qualification in music or music education.
- A passion for music education and the ability to inspire and enthuse children within a positive learning environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to connect effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Flexibility and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of schools and pupils.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in music education.
Experience in teaching music, particularly in group or whole-class settings, is essential, along with the ability to travel between schools as required.
About the Service
Southwark Music is dedicated to making music education dynamic, energetic, and accessible to all children and young people. As a joint lead partner in the SE London Music Hub, we are committed to delivering the core and extension roles of the National Plan for Music Education. Our mission is to ensure that every child in Southwark has the opportunity to learn, create, and thrive through music. We value diversity and inclusivity, striving to create a supportive and positive working environment for all team members. By joining Southwark Music, you will become part of a vibrant community that celebrates the transformative power of music.
Additional details
This post requires a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) DBSÂ check at Enhanced level.
Benefits and more information:
In your role, we want you to feel supported, challenged and rewarded. You will benefit from our family-friendly policies including flexible working, home working, and a local government pension scheme, plus many other staff benefits. You will join a motivated, driven and supportive team that strives for excellence and values its members. You will also be part of a successful and high-achieving development team that is making a real difference to the lives of residents in the borough. For more information about the wide variety of benefits you can take advantage of please visit our Staff Benefits page.
Recruitment timetable
Closing Date: 13 January 2024Â
Interviews: To be confirmed
Ready to inspire the next generation of musicians? Apply now and specify the role(s) you are interested in. Let’s make music together!
Guaranteed Interview Scheme:
As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role, and identify with one of the below criteria:
• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans• Are currently in care, or have previously been in care• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition
We are an organisation who is passionate about our people and understands that richness of diversity is a requirement to provide the best possible services to our communities. This is demonstrated through our council-wide ambitious commitment to tackle racial inequality in our communities and workforce through our Southwark Stands Together programme. We particularly welcome applications from members of the Black, Asian and ethnic minority communities to increase representation at senior management level in the Council.
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- Please click here to view the Job Description and Person Specification.
