Brass Tutor

Davenant Foundation School require a Brass Tutor to provide tuition for trumpet and cornet. The ability to teach the trombone would also be preferable, but is not necessary. You will work with a small group of students for up to 3.5 hours per week in the first instance.

• Have gained a minimum of Grade 8 in any exam board for your discipline.
• Desirable to have a degree level qualification in Music and your offered discipline.
• Have prior experience of brass teaching in a school context including preparation for examinations from a range of exam boards.
• Have prior experience of leading and rehearsing chamber choirs.
• Desirable to have a good level of keyboard skills
• Understanding of and commitment to the ethos and values of the school
• A respect for young people, as well as adults, that is demonstrable through positive attitudes and behaviour
• Inter-personal skills e.g. diplomacy, confidentiality, sensitivity to the needs of others
• High levels of organisation and efficiency
• Team skills e.g. willingness to work with others, provide support and learn from colleagues
• Ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines
• A commitment to undertake relevant training and CPD
• A record of excellent attendance and punctuality
• To work flexibly, undertaking tasks as directed, commensurate with the grade of the post
What the school offers its staff Davenant achieves outstanding examination results but has a strong focus on extra-curricular provision and seeks to "nurture mind, body and spirit". Staff enjoy the many opportunities this approach to education offers.

This post is term-time only. The rate of pay is £28.50, (including holiday pay).