Brass Teacher

Brass Teacher (Part Time)

Closing date: Friday 25th January 2019 at 12noon

Giggleswick is seeking to appoint an outstanding Brass Teacher to teach individual pupils from beginner level to grade 8 and potentially beyond. The successful candidate would be expected to prepare pupils for examinations and performances both within and outside school as appropriate. The Brass Teacher will work with the Head of Instrumental Music and the Junior School Music to develop Brass throughout the school.

The post would suit a graduate with an instrumental teaching qualification. Enthusiasm and experience of working with younger pupils would be an advantage. 

Nearly half of the Senior School and 90% of Junior School pupils are taught musical instruments, and nearly half take part in one or more of the musical ensembles.  

Key responsibilities will include:

• Teaching Brass to pupils ranging from beginner level to post grade 8, ability to teach all brass instruments is essential (including French horn and Tuba)

• preparing pupils for examinations and performances as appropriate

• by helping the pupils to learn their parts for any potential performances

• developing Brass throughout the school

• report writing

• supporting the work of the music department in general

• potentially performing in school concerts throughout the year 

• the ability to play the piano is preferable

The successful candidate will have the following suitable qualifications, skills, experience and attributes 

• proven ability as a practical musician;

• a degree from a university or Music college or recognised teaching qualification such as CTABRSM

• genuine interest in teaching;

• teaching experience with a proven track record in achieving examination success.

• ability to communicate effectively with children and young people;

• being capable of working effectively as part of a team and able to take initiative;

• have plenty of energy, enthusiasm and a good sense of humour.

• have strong organisational and IT skills

• Be able to commit to weekly lessons; Instrumental lessons (20 – 30 mins each) are scheduled according to the school timetable and a weekly rota is published.  Lessons commence at 8.40 and end at 16.15.  There are likely to be approximately 10 lessons per week scheduled by mutual agreement with the Head of Instrumental Music.

If you wish to apply, then please contact Nicola Prince, HR Assistant for further details and an application pack. Email: hr@giggleswick.org.uk telephone: 01729 893 096. Alternatively details can be found on our School website http://www.giggleswick.org.uk/Employment-Opportunities

We reserve the right to close early subject to receiving suitable applications – we therefore encourage you to apply at your earliest convenience.

Giggleswick School is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment by complying with the school’s Child Protection Policy at all times.