Graduate Intern: Musician-in-Residence

Job Description

Job title: Musician-in-Residence

Reports to: Director of Creative & Performing Arts

Responsible for: No posts

Working time: 40 hours per week during term time and additional hours as required for events

Remuneration:        The post comes with accommodation and a living allowance

Job purpose overview

This role seeks to challenge a versatile music graduate who is ready to embrace the full breadth of the work of the Music department and to help enhance the department’s role across the whole School, as we fully transition towards our campus extension and welcome our first cohort of Upper Sixth students. This will include assisting in the running of co-curricular activities (CCAs), supporting in curriculum music lessons and carrying out a day-to-day administrative role within the department. There will also be many opportunities available to lead in certain areas and continue the growth of music provision at DBS.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Complement the one-to-one instrumental teaching programme through delivering instrumental lessons in line with your strengths.
• Accompanying in rehearsals, concerts and exams.
• Preparing students for concert performances and practical music examinations, including leading some ensemble coaching.
• To actively support the Music department’s involvement in the School’s Outreach programme.
• To support the running of student concerts when requested by the Director of Creative & Performing Arts, including occasional evenings and weekends.
• Assist with both our formal and informal recital series programmes, including the design and organising of programme notes.
• Liaising with visiting instrumental teachers regarding performance items for concerts or recitals.
• Contribute to elements of the department’s social media profile on Instagram (@dbsbangkok.music), including taking and uploading photos, videos and reels, and possibly taking the lead in expanding to other social media channels.
• Provide regular supervision of our students’ daily practice and to provide mentoring and guidance to students in their practice routines.
• Creating arrangements for ensembles and orchestras, as and when required.
• Assisting academic staff in the delivery of GCSE and A-level curriculum music, including coursework guidance and supervision.
• Undertake occasional weekend duties including accompanying trips and activities.
• Oversee the upkeep and maintenance of the Senior School Music Department, including submitting and following up on maintenance requests.
• Ensuring that all classrooms and music storage areas are kept tidy and organised.
• Supervise students during lunch time practice sessions in the Senior School Music Department, and ensure all practice rooms are left in good order.
• Assist in setting up rooms for their different uses, such as teaching, orchestra rehearsals, etc.
• Other responsibilities as agreed with the Director of Creative & Performing Arts in line with your skills and experience.

How to Apply

In order to apply, please consider the details of the Candidate Information Pack, complete all sections of the application form including the supporting statement that sets out your interest in this position, how you meet the requirements of the role and your ambitions for the school. Completed applications via the School Portal   by the closing date.

The closing date for applications is 31st March 2023 and applications will be considered upon receipt.

Safeguarding 

Denla British School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to respect this commitment. The post is subject to an appropriate criminal background check and satisfactory reference checks.