What skills and experience we're looking for
Qualifications: • Grade 8 or above in a primary study instrument (or demonstrable skill level equivalent to at least Grade 8) • Grade 5 music theory or above • Valid driving licence
Experience: • Teaching a range of ages, from primary to secondary pupils • Teaching a wide range of abilities from complete beginner to intermediate and advanced pupils • Teaching within a school environment • Leading and assisting with ensemble activities (choirs, ensembles, performance opportunities)
Skills, Knowledge: • Strong subject knowledge (music theory, music history, musical instruments) • Be able to perform at a high standard, in order to inspire staff and pupils • Be able to sight-read fluently • Be able to accompany (and/or play alongside) individuals and groups, offering constructive coaching where required. • Promote the Trust’s aims positively, and use effective strategies to monitor motivation and morale • Be able to develop good personal relationships within a team • Establish and develop good relationships with parents, carers, governors and the community; communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) and be approachable to a variety of audiences • Work in an organised manner, committed to the task in hand • Be resourceful, enthusiastic and patient • Be able to work well with IT systems and standard software used in schools for administration, preparation of resources and presentation to staff and pupils • Evidence of continuous INSET and commitment to further professional development
What the school offers its staff
The Inspiration Trust offers all staff a range of benefits via our ‘my lifestyle' portal. All eligible staff will have access to a range of benefits from salary sacrifice schemes and employee discounts.
Commitment to safeguarding
Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check. This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer.