InstrumentalVocal Tutor ( Brass Teacher ) (Internal only)

PLEASE NOTE THIS POST IS ONLY OPEN TO INTERNAL APPLICANTS

Organisation: Leicestershire County Council

Work Location: County Hall Glenfield LE3 8RA

Salary: 32070 - 34359 per annum (Pro rata for part time)

Working Hours:11.1 per week / 38 weeks 421.8 annualised hours

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 26th February 2026

Interview Date(s): 2nd March 2026 (TBC)

About the Role

Leicestershire Music is currently looking for a dynamic forward-thinking trumpet and trombone teacher to join our growing team.

Were seeking someone who combines high-quality musicianship with a genuine passion for teaching and inspiring young musicians.

The role involves working primarily with beginner and developing brass players helping them build strong technical foundations while encouraging confidence enthusiasm and a love of music. An important part of the position is signposting students towards our ensembles and supporting their wider musical journey beyond one-to-one lessons.

Were looking for someone who:

• Is an excellent trumpet and/or trombone player with strong musical standards
• Brings energy creativity and fresh ideas to their teaching
• Can motivate and encourage beginners in a positive and supportive way
• Values ensemble playing and understands progression pathways
• Communicates clearly with students parents and colleagues
• Is reliable organised and passionate about music education

At Leicestershire Music we believe music education should be inclusive inspiring and forward-thinking. Our teachers play a key role in developing confident musicians and connecting students to a wider musical community through ensembles and performance opportunities.

If this sounds like something youd be interested in wed love to hear from enhanced with barred list DBS check is required for this post.

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About You

To apply for this post you must be able to evidence in your application how you meet the following criteria:

• Qualification or experience demonstrating a high level of musical understanding awareness and proficiency in your area of specialism (e.g. music technology instrumental etc).
• Experience of performing creating or facilitating music at a high-level
• Experience of developing and adapting resources to respond to learners interest and needs and offers a level of challenge and independence appropriate to age ability capacity and context.
• Excellent pedagogical knowledge and skills to teach your first study instrument/ voice. Evidence of successful teaching practice.
• Knowledge of how to differentiate teaching to meet the interests needs and learning styles of a wide range of children and young people.
• The ability to model and demonstrate effectively both on your instrument(s) and by use of the voice to model high level performing standards on your first study To be an advocate for Leicestershire Music taking the initiative to help increase participation in musical activities.
• The ability to provide clear and coherent written material particularly for planning and assessment to communicate clearly and effectively to a range of audiences when teaching rehearsing and promoting Leicestershire Music. Enthusiasm initiative and the motivation to achieve excellent musical standards to work collaboratively and creatively to find solutions. Ability to reflect on refine and develop teaching practice.

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post

In addition we also expect you to shareour commitment to our valuesand will ask you to evidence when you have demonstrated them as part of the selection process.

Reasonable adjustments will be considered for applicants with a are a Disability Confident Employer.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent English is an essential requirement for this role.

Interested in Flexible Working

We are open to discussions about flexible working which may include part time working job sharing term-time working flexible start and finish times and hybrid working depending on the requirements of the role and the service. If you would like to discuss the possible flexible working options that might be applicable to this role please contact the person named below.

For more information or an informal discussionplease contact:

Andy Maycock Instrumental & Vocal Tuition Manager by email here.

How to Apply

At Leicestershire County Council were looking for top talent from all walks of life. Whoever you are wherever youre from and whatever your background - we care about what you bring to our organisation not just whats on your CV. Thats why weve designed a recruitment process thats fair accessible and focused on potential. And with benefits that support people at every age and stage of life we make sure you can thrive - both personally and professionally.

If you share our passion to make a difference for the people of Leicestershire wed love to hear from you. Click the apply button to submit your application ensuring that you upload a supporting statement that explains how you meet the criteria listed in the About You section above. Without this information we wont be able to assess your suitability for the role and your application will be rejected. For tips on how to write your statement see the How to Applysection on our career site.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore if you are interested please submit your application as early as possible.

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