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Visiting Music Teacher - Bass and Tenor Drum
We are currently seeking to fill the position of Visiting Music Teacher - Bass and Tenor Drum.
Our Pipe Band and piping and drumming students play an important part in our music department, with some students also being part of the CCF. The Pipe Major is supported by two permanent instructors (piping and drumming) who provide lessons across the two Schools as well as leading our award-winning bands. Our bank of Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) allows us to offer an impressive array of musical opportunities for our students.
VMTs have a direct billing relationship with the parents/guardians of their students. The School sets a minimum charge for lessons and applies a Facility Charge for the use of the resources within the School.
The School believes that music can play an important part in the education of young people. The Music Departments at both Schools comprise a Head or Director of Music as well as a curricular music teacher. There is also a Head of Strings and a Head of Wind, Brass and Percussion that work across both Schools to support various bands, groups, orchestras, ensembles, and choirs, as well as teach their respective instruments.
Both our Junior and Senior School campuses are ideally situated in the Stockbridge area, with the Junior School located next to the Botanic Gardens and the Senior School at Henderson Row. Visiting Music Teachers are welcomed into the School community and given access to the School's resources and facilities.
The Edinburgh Academy is seeking to expand its bank of self-employed Visiting Music Teachers (VMTs) within the Pipe Band Team, specifically an experienced and enthusiastic Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher from August 2025. This role requires a commitment of approximately one and a half days of teaching per week, potentially increasing to up to 2 full days.
We welcome applications from well-qualified music graduates with relevant teaching qualifications and/or experience, with a proven track record in teaching pupils from primary to S6. The successful candidate will be passionate about developing the Bass Drum and Tenor Drum programme at The Edinburgh Academy. Teaching may take place across both sites of the Academy – Arboretum and Henderson Row.
The Academy sets a minimum charge for lessons, and the VMT is responsible for invoicing parents directly for tuition fees. The VMT may have opportunities for group coaching or be required to support school rehearsals or competitions, such as CCF events, RSPBA and Non-RSPBA competitions, and other events. Compensation for such involvement will be at the hourly rate applicable for that year.
Conditions of Appointment
The appointment will be subject to an interview and audition, satisfactory references, verification of identity, and proof of qualifications.
Child Protection
The Edinburgh Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and PVG Disclosure Scotland.
The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, race, or sexual orientation.
Enquiries
Any enquiries should be addressed to the Pipe Band at atripney@edinburghacademy.org.uk
* Provide weekly individual Bass and Tenor lessons as directed by the Head of the Pipe Band
* Give regular, informative feedback to students on their progress
* Support SQA and other exam candidates as required
* Contribute to school and external performances
* Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents, and colleagues
* Follow the guidelines and expectations of the Music Department
* Be an outstanding performing practitioner
* Proven success in teaching young people
* Thorough knowledge of repertoire, including that required for RSPBA Competitions/PDQB exams
* Prompt and effective communication skills, both in person and via email
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