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Archive for June, 2011

FMS Annual Conference 2011

Friday, June 24th, 2011

The FMS Conference on the 17th and 18th June was a packed event – packed with delegates and packed with content. During the two days young musicians from across the North West injected extra energy, passion and inspiration amongst the speeches and practical sessions and reminded delegates of the impact and importance of their work in changing lives and in ensuring our musical future.

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Instrumental Teaching Panel Vacancies

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Brighton & Hove Music and Arts

Closing date for applications: July 18th 2011

Brighton & Hove Music and Arts, recently judged to be an “outstanding” service by the Federation of Music Services for the third consecutive year, is looking to recruit inspiring and motivated teachers to join our teaching panel.

We are keen to appoint highly skilled teachers of all instruments but would particularly welcome applications from teachers of the following instruments:

• Violin
• Cello
• Keyboard
• Flute, Clarinet and Saxophone

You will teach your specialist instrument to small groups and individuals as well as have the opportunity to team teach as part of our innovative whole class KS2 Soundmakers programme. Opportunities may also be available to work with ensembles at our two Music Centres and to support the service programme of concerts and events.

Teaching would initially be offered on an hourly paid basis on Teachers Main Scale or Unqualified Scale as appropriate. For further information please contact Mike Johnson, Manager, Instrumental and Vocal Programmes on 293524.

Application forms for this post should be downloaded and sent directly to:
Brighton & Hove Music & Arts
County Oak Avenue,
Brighton
BN1 8DJ

Please follow the link for further details and an application form ig5.i-grasp.com/fe/tpl_BrightonHoveCouncil04.asp?s=VeGdJOlYwNZeBbNwt&jobid=69275,2354568671&key=26478168&c=021221489859&pagestamp=serlingcucucxscrxn

String Teacher (part time) - Plus casual staff in all disciplines

Tuesday, June 21st, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Music & Arts Service - Bradford

Closing date for applications: 30 June 2011 - 12 noon

The Music & Arts Service are a forward looking and dynamic service that provides curriculum and instrumental/vocal teaching to schools in the Bradford district. We require a part-time string teacher from September 2011.

Experience of whole class and large group tuition is desirable for teaching posts. Teachers will be expected to be qualified to a minimum of Music Diploma.

Qualified teachers will be paid on MPS. For further information and an application form please contact Debbie Bellwood, Education Bradford, Future House, Bolling Road, Bradford, BD4 7EB - Tel 01274 385553.

Casual Hourly paid teachers required in all instrumental/vocal discipline areas and music curriculum.

Interviews to take place 5/6 July 2011.

Job Description

Post title: Peripatetic Part Time String Teacher

Main purpose of the role

• To teach pupils in groups and individually both in schools and at music centres
• To tutor and direct, as needed, both choirs and/or ensembles in schools and at music centres
• To participate in concerts and performances
• To deliver KS2/wider opportunity schemes

Instrumental/Vocal teachers are expected to be committed, enthusiastic musicians and teachers, able to motivate pupils. They should be receptive to innovations in instrumental/vocal teaching and be committed to working as part of a team of professional teachers dedicated to offering a high quality music education.

Key accountabilities

The points below represent a broad outline of key accountabilities. Although not expressly stated in this document, more detailed accountabilities and duties will naturally form part of such accountabilities.

Strategic:
• None

Operational:
• Implement and have regard to Education Bradford’s policies and procedures, including living and promoting Education Bradford’s Values and Vision.
• Monitor and assess pupils giving immediate and constructive feedback supporting pupils’ learning.
• Plan and deliver clearly structured lessons which interest and motive pupils.
• Ability to plan for groups of mixed ability pupils using a recognised instrument/vocal curriculum eg A Common Approach
• Know how to incorporate digital technology effectively in teaching
• Make an active contribution to the policies and aspirations of the music service and in the schools in which teaching takes place
• Responsible for maintaining clear, accurate and up to date records of pupils.

People management:
• Must take part in annual Performance Management review.
• Share and disseminate good practice to colleagues.

Financial management:
• At all times operate with appropriate financial discipline.

Key objectives

Key objectives will be mutually agreed with the immediate line manager during the annual performance management process. The post-holder will be judged at the next performance management meeting on how well these objectives have been met.

Person Specification

Education, training & qualifications

• Minimum of a Music degree or diploma from a recognised university or music college
• QTS status (desirable)

Experience & knowledge

• Instrumental/vocal teaching
• Instrumental/vocal teaching in groups
• Whole class instrumental/vocal teaching
• Conducting ensembles/choirs
• Sound knowledge of all instruments in specialist family
• Experience of using ICT (desirable)

Skills, attitudes & behaviours

• Commercial awareness.
• A personal and professional commitment to equal opportunities, diversity and promoting good race relations.
• A commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
• High levels of integrity, honesty and credibility which will inspire confidence and trust from both internal and external stakeholders.
• Willing to work as part of a team
• Willingness to undertake professional development
• Sing/play to a high standard
• Ability to engage and motivate pupils
• Ability to relate to a wide range of people
• Good communication skills
• Current driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Be prepared to work evenings and weekends

Music Makers Teachers and Recorder Teachers

Friday, June 17th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Richmond Music Trust

Closing date for applications: 01.07.11

Music Makers Teachers required

We are looking to employ enthusiastic teachers to deliver our KS1 Foundation Course. Developed over the last two years and taught in groups of 12 pupils (max), Music Makers uses singing and instruments to help pupils acquire vocal, aural and theory awareness. The aim of Music Makers is to provide an excellent foundation for starting to learn an instrument in Year 2.

Read more about Music Makers at www.richmondmusictrust.org.uk/Choosing_an_instrument/musicmakers.aspx

Whilst training will be given it is important that applicants enjoy teaching at KS1 and are able to teach larger groups. The successful candidates will be enthusiastic, reliable, committed individuals who are excellent at communicating with children and adults. Successful candidates will be subject to enhanced CRB checks.

To apply please email your teaching cv to Bethany Calder, Communications Manager, at bethanycalder@richmondmusictrust.org.uk

Recorder Teachers required

We are also looking to employ enthusiastic recorder teachers to teach a range of abilities and ages from beginner to grade 4. Knowledge of suitable teaching material and the ability to inspire are desirable.

Our policy is to teach all pupils in groups (max 4 per group) until they reach grade 2. Applicants should be able to demonstrate that they have experience of group teaching in a school environment.

The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic, reliable, and committed individual who is excellent at communicating with children and adults. The successful candidate will be subject to enhanced CRB checks.

Read more about Richmond Music Trust at www.richmondmusictrust.org.uk

To apply please send your teaching cv to Bethany Calder, Communications Manager, at bethanycalder@richmondmusictrust.org.uk

Promotions Executive (Professional Development)

Wednesday, June 15th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: ABRSM

Closing date for applications: Thursday 23rd June                 

Promotions Executive (Professional Development)
Marketing Department

Scale 4 (£24,164 - £27,535 per annum)

ABRSM supports and encourages music learning throughout the world. We motivate musical achievement through our authoritative assessments, training courses for teachers, and a wide range of published resources.

We are recruiting a Promotions Executive (Professional Development) to join the Promotions team within our Marketing Department, to assist in the promotion of ABRSM’s products and services. You will be responsible for the creation and delivery of promotional campaigns to support sign-up to our professional development events, courses and online content worldwide.
With solid experience in developing promotional resources from concept to delivery, you will be able to demonstrate a strong ability to plan promotions against defined objectives and write promotional text. You will have experience of working with visual designers, and a keen eye for detail.

Your ability to perform under pressure is crucial to this role – at any point in time there will be a large number of courses, seminars and events that you will be recruiting for. You will therefore need to demonstrate an ability to effectively prioritise your workload and manage conflicting priorities. Understanding of the needs of instrumental teachers is also essential, which you may have gained from experience as a teacher or in an administration role in a local authority music service.

In return we can offer the chance to be part of a committed team, in a friendly and supportive environment, with benefits such as an interest-free season ticket loan and a contributory pension scheme.

To download an application form, please visit www.abrsm.org/vacancies

Completed applications should be sent to Helen Cubitt, email: hcubitt@abrsm.ac.uk
Tel: 020 7467 8867

Interviews are planned for Thursday 7 July. Completed applications should be sent to Helen Cubitt by 12pm on Thursday 23 June.

Peripatetic Woodwind Teacher

Friday, June 10th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Oldham Music Service

Closing date for applications: 24th June 2011

Oldham Council

People, Communities & Society

Ref: PCS11/7532

Full time

We require an enthusiastic and experienced Woodwind Teacher to deliver small group instrumental tuition and whole class programmes, at KS 1-4 in Oldham schools.
You will have a proven history of working with young musicians and will demonstrate the ability to further enhance and progress the development of woodwind tuition across the Borough’s schools and at the Music Centre.

Some evening and weekend work will be required and the ability to travel between schools and other venues is essential.
The Oldham Music Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The posts are subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure.

Salary: Dependent upon experience and qualification based on Teachers’ Pay Scale/Unqualified Teachers’ Pay Scale.

You can apply on-line at www.yourcounciljobs.co.uk or you can phone 0161 770 4677 for an application pack.

Closing date: 24th June 2011.
Interview date: 13th July 2011.

Peripatetic String Teacher

Friday, June 10th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Oldham Music Service

Closing date for applications: 24 June 2011

Oldham Council

People, Communities & Society

ACE11/7550

Full time

We require an enthusiastic and experienced Upper String Teacher to deliver small group instrumental tuition and whole class programmes, at KS 1-4 in Oldham schools.

You will have a proven history of working with young musicians and will demonstrate the ability to further enhance and progress the development of string tuition across the Borough’s schools and at the Music Centre.

Some evening and weekend work will be required and the ability to travel between schools and other venues is essential.

The Oldham Music Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The posts are subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure.

Salary: Dependent upon experience and qualification based on Teachers’ Pay Scale/Unqualified Teachers’ Pay Scale.

You can apply online or download a job application pack at www.yourcounciljobs.co.uk or telephone 0161 770 4677.

Closing date: 24 June 2011.
Interview date: 12 July 2011.

Guitar Instructor

Friday, June 10th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Blackpool Music Service

Closing date for applications: Friday 24th June 2011

Blackpool Music Service has just been identified as ‘outstanding’ by FMS. To ensure we continue to meet future pupil and service aspirations we require 2 teaching instructors.
Successful candidates will be expected to teach all key stages to individuals, groups and via wider opportunities. This may include extended curricular activities.
Both posts are paid on a casual, hourly basis. Travel allowances are also available.
All posts are subject to enhanced CRB clearance.
For further information contact Andrew White on 01253 476767. Online application forms and further information is available via www.blackpool.gov.uk/jobs

General Brass Teacher

Wednesday, June 8th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Service

Closing date for applications: 28th June 2011

NORTHAMPTONSHIRE MUSIC AND PERFORMING
ARTS SERVICE

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Service offers first class musical opportunities to all young people in the county. Be part of one of the Country’s most innovative and successful Music and Performing Arts

To meet increased demand the service requires from September 2011:

A Full-time Teacher of Brass

This is permanent TPC salaried post. Duties will include teaching in schools/colleges, arts centres and to individuals, and offers the potential to direct ensembles. The Service presently maintains 15 Music and Performing Arts Centres and has a reputation for the highest musical standards.

Applicants should be well qualified practical musicians/teachers/instructors who hold a current driving licence.

For an information pack and application form, or an informal discussion please telephone 01604 637117 or write directly to Peter Dunkley, Head of Music and Performing Arts Service, Northamptonshire Music Service, 125 Kettering Road, Northampton,
NN1 4AZ. e-mail: musicservice@northamptonshire.gov.uk
Fax: (01604) 603070

Closing date for applications: Tuesday 28th of June

Peripatetic Woodwind Teacher

Tuesday, June 7th, 2011

Music Service or organisation: Oldham MBC

Closing date for applications: 29 June 2011

People, Communities & Society
Oldham Music Service
Peripatetic Woodwind Teacher
ACE11/7406

We require an enthusiastic and experienced Woodwind Teacher to deliver both small group instrumental tuition and whole class Wider Opportunities programmes, at KS 1-4 in Oldham schools.

Some evening and weekend work will be required and the ability to travel between schools and other venues is essential.
The Oldham Music Service is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The posts are subject to an enhanced CRB disclosure.
Salary: Dependant upon experience and qualification based on Teachers’ Pay Scale/Unqualified Teachers’ Pay Scale
The successful candidate will join a pool of musicians to cover sickness and growing demand from schools. Teaching hours will be offered in response to demand from schools.
You can apply online or download a job application pack at www.yourcounciljobs.co.uk.

Hours: As required to fulfil the service level teaching commitments of the Music Service
Closing date: 29 June 2011
Interview date: 13 July 2011