Music Instructor (Strings)

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

General

· Responsible for the enhanced musical development of those pupils in the schools whose parents apply for instrumental tuition.

Accountability

· Overall, accountable to HLH Head of Music Development

Particular responsibilities

· Teach the full range of instruments expected within specific disciplines, to pupils at all stages

· Create performance opportunities and promote ensemble playing where possible

· Liaise with the Music staff or Head Teacher on recruitment of new pupils & work with all partners to develop and broaden the reach and impact of the post

· Provide a wide range of progressive, stimulating and attractive material

· Keep abreast of curricular developments relating to music, and maintain personal development in the full range of instruments taught

· Provide pupils with a structured programme of work for the periods between lessons, ensuring that information is incorporated into pupil progress records (online or paper formats)

· Provide pupil reports, based on accurate assessments of pupils work and the subsequent recording of such information

· Ensure that instrumental provision relates closely to the wider Music provision in the school

· Prepare pupils for external exams where appropriate and guide towards opportunities for participation in school/area ensembles; Highland Young Musicians groups and national organisations

· Understand the relevance of music-making to Highland communities

· Contribute to the preparation of pupils who wish to undertake tertiary education in music

· Maintain communications with the Head of Music Development & High Life Highland business support staff