Salary: £22,601 to £35,259 per annum pro rata
Grade: Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale
Contract Type: Fixed term until 31st August 2028
Hours: Various (weekend if desired)
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Note – this is a county wide role covering Scarborough, Selby, Harrogate, Northallerton/Richmond
We have an excellent opportunity to join our Music Service team as an Instrumental Instructor teaching piano.
About the service
North Yorkshire is a thriving county that continues to adapt to a changing world while remaining a special place to live and work.
The Music Service team whole-class instrumental teaching, which is payable on the Qualified Teacher Pay Scale for those holding QTS.
About the role
The role involves working across a range of educational settings throughout North Yorkshire, delivering instrumental tuition for piano to children both individually and in small group sessions.
In this role, you will plan and deliver lessons throughout the academic year, assess pupil progress, and provide regular feedback to parents/carers and schools.
Delivery of the lessons will be:
East Coast – 1 day
Selby – 2.5 days
Harrogate – 1.5 days
Northallerton/Richmond – 2 days
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Excellent instrumental skills
- Effective teaching strategies for instrumental music
- Experience using a range of musical resources
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.
- Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel across the county and work flexibly, including evenings/weekends.
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ryan Watkins via email at [email protected] or on 07814 935903.
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Key dates:
Closing Date: 31st August 2026
Interview Date: w/c 7th September 2026
Venue for Interview: County Hall, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 8AE.
Key documents:
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