About Us
Oxfordshire County Music Service (OCMS) is a vibrant music service offering music tuition and activities to meet the aspirations of children and young people across the county. OCMS provides weekly vocal and instrumental tuition, along with a thriving programme of ensembles, activities, and events including performing arts, music technology, early music, area music centres, early years programmes, and courses during weekends and school holidays. Progression is available in all ensembles, from big bands and rock and pop groups to wind bands and orchestras, with the more advanced groups regularly performing at Oxfordshire's cultural events, in national venues, and on overseas tours.
About the Role
We are seeking a highly motivated and committed music educator, specialising in piano and keyboard, to join our inspirational team. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) peripatetic role involving teaching across Oxfordshire schools and music centres. The role will include daytime work, some evenings, and possibly weekends and school holidays.
Please see the attached Job Description for further details. For more information or to arrange an informal conversation, please email nick.wright@oxfordshire.gov.uk.
About You
We are looking for a teacher who:
* Can teach pupils to a high standard in their area of musical expertise
* Can teach students individually and in groups of various sizes
* Is adaptable, charismatic, and able to teach beyond their specialist area
* Is willing to adapt their teaching to meet the needs of a diverse range of students
* Can travel throughout the county and work during the day and evenings as required
Rewards and Benefits
Oxfordshire is a great place to live and work. OCMS operates under the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions, with salary dependent on qualifications and experience.
Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
We pride ourselves on a diverse workforce where everyone is accepted regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, or family status. We offer staff network groups that provide peer support, education, and safe spaces.
Guaranteed Interview Schemes
As a Disability Confident employer, we guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting essential criteria, care leavers who meet criteria, and those transitioning from HM Armed Forces within three years of leaving service.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and our recruitment practices reflect these standards.
Flexible Working
We are open to flexible working arrangements, including flexi-time, part-time work, job sharing, nine-day fortnights, and annualized hours, depending on role requirements.
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