We’re expanding our pool of musicians and tutors for our Make Music Weekend School and are looking for people to help shape inspiring musical experiences for children and young people aged 4 to 18.
Whether you’re an experienced educator, a performing artist, or early in your teaching journey, if this role feels like it could be a good fit for you, we’d love to hear from you.
About the role
You’ll deliver engaging, inclusive and inspiring music sessions across a range of programmes, from first musical experiences to advanced training for young people with exceptional potential. You might be working 1:1, in small groups or with ensembles, supporting young people to develop their skills, creativity, confidence and love of music.
We’re particularly interested in tutors with specialisms in:
Music production
Piano
Violin
Cello
Woodwind
We're excited to offer several opportunities within our team. Below is a quick overview of each role. Have a read and let us know which ones catch your interest:
Saturday
- Cello - c. 4 hours
- Upper strings - c. 4 hours
- Woodwind (saxophone/flute/clarinet) - c. 4 hours
- Music production - 2 hours, 2:30-4:30pm
Sunday
- Piano - c. 6 hours
- Violin - c. 5 hours
We’re especially keen to hear from people working in popular, jazz and jazz influenced styles, and those who use improvisation and composition in their teaching.
Our programmes are rooted in the belief that music belongs to everyone. We centre young people’s interests, identities and ambitions, working across musical styles without hierarchy, and taking an inclusive, learner-centred approach to everything we do.
When: Saturdays and/or Sundays (term time)
Where: The Glasshouse, Gateshead
Contract: Freelance or employed options available (flexible to suit portfolio careers)
Rate: £35.71 per hour (incl. holiday pay)
If you’re interested in applying, even if you’re not sure you meet every requirement, we encourage you to get in touch. We’re interested in finding the right fit both ways.
Our commitment to your development
At The Glasshouse, we’re always learning. And we know that when it comes to training, everyone is different. So, you’ll work closely with your manager to identify what your training journey will look like. If you have a specific interest or you would like to develop your skills in a certain area, we want to hear about it.
This may be through gaining a qualification, on-the-job training or learning within your team, but whatever path you take, through training and support, we’ll help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in your role.
Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion
At The Glasshouse, we encourage a working environment that’s welcoming, inclusive, and diverse. Different backgrounds, views and experiences are valued so everyone can be themselves.
Our venue and programmes are for everyone, so we want to make sure this opportunity is available to everyone, no matter your background or the challenges you’ve faced.
For example, we would love to hear from you if you:
- Are D/deaf. Have a disability, learning difficulty or significant long -term health condition which affects your daily life
- Describe yourself as neurodiverse (this might include dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, autistic spectrum, and others)
- Grew up in a family receiving Universal Credit or state benefits
- Have ever lived in council or social housing or been on the housing register
- Have ever lived in sheltered accommodation or experienced homelessness
- Experienced being in care at any point in your life
- Have been a refugee or asylum seeker
- Are from the African, South, East and South–East Asian, Middle East, Latinx or North African diaspora, or have experienced racism
These are some common examples of challenging circumstances but there may be others. Everyone is welcome to apply.
We do not discriminate because of race, colour, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation or expression, age, disability or any other protected characteristic as outlined in the Equality Act 2010.
Safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all of those that work with us to share this commitment. We operate a robust safeguarding framework and continuous assessment and development to support safer working practice across out workforce. Our roles are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes relevant background checks and the disclosure of criminal records, sanctions, and investigations where appropriate. This position is eligible for an Enhanced DBS with a check of the Children’s Barred List.
Right to Work
We welcome applications from candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment.
Our application process
Closing date for applications: 12th July 2026
Interview date: 23rd July 2026
We understand that interviews can be a nerve-racking experience. We want you to feel comfortable so you can be yourself and shine, so if you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact Isabella, People Coordinator at recruitment@theglasshouseicm.org