Children, Education and Justice Services
Music Instructor (Gaelic Singing)
Bun-sgoil Taobh na Pàirce
Salary: £35,190 - £46,773 (pro rata for part time)
Hours: 7.7 per week
Tha sinn a' sireadh Oide Seinn is Ceòl Gàidhlig gus prògram cultarail is ciùil na bun-sgoile againn a neartachadh. Bheir an tagraiche soirbheachail leasanan seinn Gàidhlig inntinneach seachad, a' brosnachadh meas air a' chànan is ceòl Gàidhlig ann an suidheachadh cultarail beòthail na h-Alba. Tha an dreuchd seo a' tabhann cothrom inntinneach do luchd-ionnsachaidh òga a bhrosnachadh, dualchas na Gàidhlig adhartachadh, agus na sgilean ciùil is cànain aca a leasachadh.
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Gaelic Singing Music Tutor to enrich our primary school's cultural and musical program. The successful candidate will deliver engaging Gaelic singing lessons, fostering an appreciation for Gaelic language and music within a vibrant Scottish cultural setting. This role offers an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners, promote Gaelic heritage, and develop their musical and linguistic skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Plan and deliver age-appropriate Gaelic singing lessons to primary school pupils.
Introduce pupils to traditional and contemporary Gaelic songs, promoting cultural understanding.
Integrate Gaelic language learning with musical activities to enhance language acquisition.
Create a fun, inclusive, and motivating environment that encourages active participation.
Collaborate with school staff to align lessons with the curriculum and school cultural initiatives.
Support the development of students' musical skills, confidence, and cultural awareness.
Organise or participate in school performances, cultural events, and Gaelic language celebrations.
Assess student progress and provide feedback to students, parents, and school staff.
Skills and Qualifications
Proven experience teaching music, preferably with a focus on Gaelic or Scottish cultural music.
Strong singing ability and familiarity with traditional Gaelic songs.
Knowledge of Gaelic language and culture is highly desirable.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to inspire and motivate young learners.
Creative and adaptable teaching style suited to diverse learning needs.
Relevant qualifications in music, education, or Gaelic studies are preferred.
Salaries will be in accordance with the Scheme of Salaries and Conditions of Service for Teaching Staff in School Education.
This post is regulated work with children and/or protected adults under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007. The preferred candidate will be required to join the PVG Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update check. Where an individual has spent a continuous period of 3 months or more out with the UK in the last 5 years, an Overseas Criminal Record Check will be required. You will be required to provide this check. An unconditional offer of employment and commencement in the post will be subject to the outcome of both these pre-employment checks being deemed satisfactory.
We're committed to creating a workplace culture where all our people feel valued, included and able to be their best at work, and we recognise the benefits that a diverse workforce with different values, beliefs, experience, and backgrounds brings to us as an organisation.
As part of our goal to improve our organisational culture and create a great place to work together for the people of Edinburgh, we want to make sure that we're bringing the best people into our roles, not just in their skills and experience but also in their approach to work.
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