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 Music Development Officer
Particular responsibilities
• to teach the full range of instruments expected within specific disciplines, to pupils at all stages
• to create performance opportunities and promote ensemble playing where possible
• to 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
• to provide a wide range of progressive, stimulating and attractive material
• to keep abreast of curricular developments relating to music, and maintain personal development in the full range of instruments taught
• to 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)
• to provide pupil reports, based on accurate assessments of pupils work and the subsequent recording of such information
• to ensure that instrumental provision relates closely to the wider Music provision in the school
• to prepare pupils for external exams where appropriate and guide towards opportunities for participation in school/area ensembles & Highland Young Musicians groups
• to understand the relevance of music-making to Highland communities
• to contribute to the preparation of pupils who wish to undertake tertiary education in music
• to maintain communications with the Music Development Officer & High Life Highland business support staff