The Scottish Schools Pipes and Drums Trust and The Beatrice Foundation are working in partnership to create a role with the remit to recruit and teach piping to school pupils and create a development pipe band within the Inverclyde Council region. The teaching will include working with groups and individuals.
The work will take place in various locations throughout Inverclyde within a seven hour week. The duration of the contract is for 23 months, and the salary will be £29,451 – £39,147 (pro rata).
ESSENTIAL ATTRIBUTES INCLUDE: Recognised Music degree / diploma in Performance or Teaching relevant to the musical discipline of the advertised post. Sufficient experience/knowledge to teach from beginner to advanced level and have a wide knowledge of repertoire.
SKILLS & ABILITIES INCLUDE:
- Ability to relate well to pupils, motivating and inspiring pupils of all abilities.
- Ability to explain, demonstrate and communicate effectively.
- Ability to advise pupils on care and maintenance of instruments.
- Knowledge of current curriculum requirements for the full range of SQA courses in Music Performing.
- Knowledge of repertoire and ability to organise performances, rehearsals etc.
| Main Duties and Responsibilities |
- To teach piping to school pupils from P5 – S6.
- Teach and develop piping pupils to enable the introduction of a local authority development pipe band.
- To select suitable pupils, operating the Authority’s selection procedure as required.
- To effectively monitor and report on pupils’ progress according to Authority policy.
- To assist class music teachers in giving specialist advice, as required.
- To keep abreast of general education developments & specific instrumental and music developments.
- To contribute as a member of the school staff to the work of the school’s music curriculum.
- To monitor the state of repair of Authority instruments and follow the Authority policy for repairs to Instrumental Service instruments.
- To carry out administrative duties as required.
- To give advice to pupils or parents on such points as purchase of instruments / music etc.as required
- To be involved in the development of ensemble, band and orchestral activities at all levels of ability.
- Participation as staff in authority groups.
- Any other duties and responsibilities as directed by line management.
Applications should be made though the myjobscotland.gov.uk website here.
