Post Title: Teacher, Musica Kirklees Purpose of the Post To undertake a range of teaching activities, contributing to peripatetic music tuition, community-based music and the work of Musica Kirklees with schools. Duties and Responsibilities 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 To undertake teaching which reflects the aims of Musica Kirklees. To ensure an inclusive approach to your teaching and use teaching materials to meet the needs of students of all abilities. To be aware of the individual needs of students and to liaise with colleagues who have roles relating to SEND/PLN. To promote teaching and current learning styles which stimulate student interest and involvement in learning. To undertake planning and assessment of students’ progress, including end of year reporting. To encourage students to participate in formal examinations and to support students with the performance elements of external school exams where appropriate. To maintain a good understanding of developments in relevant areas of teaching. To maintain records of students’ work in keeping with the policies of Musica Kirklees. To encourage proper care of equipment by students. 10 To attend meetings, training days and conferences and contribute to the work of relevant subject and area teams as required. 11 To undertake agreed programmes of training and professional development. 12 To participate in the Musica Kirklees Performance Management process. C 1 2 Miscellaneous To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature as may be determined by the Senior Management Team from time to time. To carry out duties at all times in compliance with Musica Kirklees Equal Opportunities and Safeguarding Policies and other policies designed to protect employees and service users. In accordance with the approved arrangements on the disclosure of criminal background of those with access to children, and vulnerable adults applicants will be required to complete and submit to Musica Kirklees an Enhanced Disclosure DBS Form.
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VACANCY: Percussion Teacher
STARTING DATE: JANUARY 2026
Are you passionate about music education and excited by the opportunity to help young students engage in music? We’re looking for an inspiring and skilled Percussion Teacher to join our vibrant team and bring percussion to life through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and confidence.
For this role, you will need to be proficient in drum kit and auxiliary percussion instruments and be able to commit to 6 hours a week of dedicated one-to-one, small-group and Whole Class Instrumental Teaching sessions in a variety of Kirklees school settings, predominantly in the Colne Valley area, across a 33-week school-term schedule. This will include Friday afternoon/evening Music Centre.
Additionally, we offer dedicated hours to support recruitment and timetable development, giving you the opportunity to expand your teaching portfolio and grow the role into a full time equivalent position.
If you’re enthusiastic about empowering students through music and eager to contribute to a supportive, creative team, we’d love to hear from you.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 10pm on Monday, January 19, 2026
PROVISIONAL INTERVIEW DATE: Friday, January 30, 2026
JOB OPPORTUNITY/ROLE: Percussion Teacher
LOCATION: Kirklees, West Yorkshire
RATE OF PAY: £29.12 per hour + pension contributions
You will require an Enhanced DBS and you will need to be able to transport yourself between different schools during each working day
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Delivering high-quality drum kit and percussion lessons to students of all ages and skill levels
- Plan effective lessons
- Inspire students to develop a love for music and a lifelong passion for playing percussion
- Preparing students for performances, competitions and exams
- Following administration and reporting procedures
REQUIREMENTS:
- Proven experience teaching percussion to students of varying abilities
- Proficiency in music theory and percussion skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Enthusiasm for working with children and adults
- Flexibility to travel to different schools within Kirklees
- A commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion
We have opportunities for additional paid recruitment and are looking for individuals who can effectively recruit students for individual lessons, small group lessons, or Whole Class Instrumental Teaching sessions in schools. We need someone who can inspire and motivate students to participate in music and help them achieve their personal best.
APPLICATION FORMS CAN BE DOWNLOADED BELOW or please call 01484 426426 for a paper copy. Please email completed forms to niki.matthews@musicakirklees.org or post to our office at Musica Kirklees c/o University of Huddersfield, Goods Receiving, Queen Street Building, Queen Street South, Huddersfield, HD1 3DR.