Salary: £22,601 to £35,259 per annum pro rata
Grade: Unqualified Teachers Pay Scale
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract 2yrs
Hours: Various (Term time only)
Location: Northallerton, North Yorkshire
Note – the role covers the Selby, Harrogate areas
We have an excellent opportunity to join our Music Service team as an Instrumental Instructor teaching piano and voice
About the service
The Music Service Team are a passionate and supportive team dedicated to bringing the joy of music to children and young people across North Yorkshire. You’ll be part of a service that nurtures creativity, builds confidence, inspires musical journeys and makes a real difference through music.
About the role
The role involves working across a range of educational settings throughout North Yorkshire, delivering instrumental tuition for piano to children both individually and in small group sessions.
In this role, you will plan and deliver lessons throughout the academic year, assess pupil progress, and provide regular feedback to parents/carers and schools.
Delivery of the lessons will be:
Voice – 1 day
Piano – 1 day
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- Excellent instrumental skills
- Effective teaching strategies for instrumental music
- Experience using a range of musical resources
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
What We’re Looking For
- Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.
- Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to travel across the county and work flexibly, including evenings/weekends.
For full details of the role and to help with your application please see Job Description
To find out more about what we offer please see Total rewards
For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Ryan Watkins via email at ryan.watkins@northyorks.gov.uk or on 07814 935903.
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Key dates:
Closing Date: 27th November
Interview Date: 2nd / 3rd December 2026
Venue for Interview: County Hall, Northallerton, North Yorkshire DL7 8AE.
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
It is a criminal offence for people who are barred from working in Regulated Activity (under the Safeguarding and Vulnerable Groups Act 2006) to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with adults at risk.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.