Strathmore Schools Pipe Band seeking instructors for bagpipes, and bass and tenor drumming

The Strathmore Schools Pipe Band Committee is seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Bagpipe Instructor, and Bass and Tenor Instructor, to develop a high-performing pipe band within the Blairgowrie and District Community Schools area. These roles involve delivering engaging and inclusive lessons, facilitating band practices, and organising performances. The instructors will be key figures in the growth and success of the pipe band, supporting students from P5 to S6. The program is managed by the Strathmore Schools Pipe Band Committee, which is a constituted voluntary organization.  The post-holder will report to the committee. 

Bagpipe lessons will take place in-person, at schools within the Blairgowrie and District area. Lessons will consist of groups of 3-7 pupils, from Primary 5 and up. The Bagpipe instructor will be required to work two days per week, run an evening pipe band practice, and attend competitions and events as required.

Bass and tenor lessons will take place in-person, at schools within the Blairgowrie and District area. Lessons will consist of groups of 3-7 pupils, from Primary 5 and up. The Tenor and Bass Drum instructor will be required to work a Tuesday afternoon, and help run the Tuesday evening pipe band practice, and attend competitions and events as required.

START DATE

The post-holders will be required to begin teaching by 21/10/24. 

CONTACT

If you are interested in this opportunity, please email your CV, contact details and a covering letter to Emma Harvey (Chairperson) at chairsspb@gmail.com by 3/09/24

Full details of boths posts are in the pdf files below.