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We currently have the following opportunity:
Music Instructor, Brass Instructor 0.4FTE (Fixed Term until 15 August 2027) - PKC13891
£37,878 - £50,346 (pro-rata)
The Community School of Auchterarder
We currently have an opportunity for an Instrumental Music Instructor (Brass) to support the delivery of high-quality instrumental music instruction within The Community School of Auchterarder.
The post holder will contribute to individual, group and ensemble tuition, inspiring young people through inclusive, progressive and engaging brass teaching which supports the aims of Curriculum for Excellence.
As part of the selection process, shortlisted candidates will be asked to deliver an observed instrumental brass lesson, appropriate to a school based setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver brass instruction to pupils in individual, group and ensemble settings.
- Tutor specific sections of bands and ensembles where appropriate.
- Foster creativity, confidence and enjoyment of music in young people.
- Support pupils’ musical progression from beginner through to more advanced levels, as appropriate to the setting.
- Work collaboratively with school staff, the Instrumental Music Service and other instructors.
- Assist with concerts, performances and school music activities when required.
- Promote positive behaviour and ensure a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment for all pupils.
Please note, we are currently unable to offer sponsorship for this post.
Essential:
- Proficiency in brass instrument, and strong musical knowledge, educated to degree level in music.
- Experience teaching children, ideally in a school or community setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, young people, staff and parents / carers
- Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
- PVG Scheme membership (or willingness to join prior to start).
- Access to transport to travel between schools.
- You must have a valid UK driving licence as this post requires you to travel to a variety of locations across Perth and Kinross.
Desirable:
- Familiarity with the Curriculum for Excellence and inclusive music education approaches.
- Experience of working within a primary and secondary school environment
- Ability to adapt teaching methods for learners with additional support needs.
Our values and behaviours influence our work and support us in the delivery of our key priorities. In your application, and should you be invited to interview, you will be asked to describe situations that support the criteria required in the role and which also demonstrate our values and behaviours. Find out more about Perth & Kinross Council and you could soon be joining our team!
Here's what we can offer you:
- A generous annual leave package
- 6 days public holiday and an additional discretionary day
- Eligibility to join our pension scheme
- Family friendly and positive work/life balance policies such as Flexible Working, Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave, time off for volunteering and our Wellbeing Framework
- Access to a range of benefits
We recognise there can be benefits to flexible working and where individual jobs allow, we seek to support this. You are encouraged to discuss potential options with the recruiting manager, if this is of interest to you. A healthy work life balance is important to us and we provide supportive management and, where possible, flexible working arrangements to help you achieve that balance. You will have access to training and support for continued professional development.
All new employees have a four-month probationary period. Further details are available in the FAQs at “How to apply for a job or apprenticeship with us”.
We would love to hear from you and would encourage you to get in touch with Lynsey Paterson on 01738 477873 to find out more.
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External candidates are required to provide contact details for 2 referees, including email addresses. One of these must be your current or most recent employer.
We welcome applications from everyone and as a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee to interview applicants who declare a disability and meet the essential requirements of the post. Please contact the hiring manager above or the Recruitment Team on (01738) 475555 or [email protected] to discuss any reasonable adjustments. Appointments are based on evidence supplied during the selection process.
Diversity is important to us and although some of our jobs may be perceived to be traditionally gender specific, we welcome applications from everyone and would encourage you to apply if you meet the job requirements. That includes welcoming applications from former armed forces personnel/reservists. Many of the skills picked up during your military career could be transferred directly into a role with local government.
Working with children and/or protected adults is regarded as a regulated role and under the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020 you will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check.
If you have lived overseas for a period of 12 months or more (continuous or total) within the last 10 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check.
A confirmed offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of the above mentioned mandatory pre-employment checks (including references) and will also include eligibility to work in the UK, qualifications and fitness to undertake the post.
