The City of Edinburgh Council
Instrumental Music Instructor - Multiple Locations across City
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Instrumental Music Instructor - Multiple Locations across City
Instrumental Music Instructor
Multiple Locations across Edinburgh
Salary: £36,687 - £48,762 per annum Hours: 35 per week
About the Role
An exciting opportunity to teach upper strings lessons in schools across Edinburgh while being part of a vibrant Music Service. We are seeking a highly skilled Instrumental Music Instructor — passionate, driven, and committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences for pupils.
The successful candidate will bring:
- Proven experience in instrumental music teaching
- Comprehensive knowledge of the current curriculum, including preparation for SQA and external exams
- Strong ability to work with individual pupils, groups, and ensembles
Key Responsibilities
- Teaching instrumental music lessons (upper strings) to pupils across Edinburgh schools
- Supporting learners in meeting curriculum objectives and preparing for external assessments
- Collaborating with colleagues to enrich pupils’ music education
- Maintaining up-to-date records and assessments for performance tracking
Requirements
Essential Skills & Experience
- A strong ** background in instrumental teaching**, particularly upper strings
- Knowledge of the Scottish curriculum and exam standards (SQA)
- Ability to engage pupils with dynamic teaching methods and positive reinforcement
- Experience working in a school setting or with young learners
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Legal & Security Compliance
- Regulated work with children under the Protection of Vulnerable Groups (Scotland) Act 2007
- Preferred: Ability to join or update the PVG Scheme
- If applicable, an Overseas Criminal Record Check for continuous absences from the UK may be required
- Successful completion of pre-employment background checks is mandatory
Benefits & Commitment to Workplace Culture
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce enriches our organisation. We particularly invite applicants from:
- Women applying for senior roles
- Minority ethnic backgrounds
- People with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions
- Care-experienced people, carers, and LGBT+ individuals
All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration. We offer a guaranteed interview for disabled and care-experienced candidates who meet the minimum criteria.
For further details about our commitment to equality: Equalities Policy
Behaviours & Workplace Values
We value respect, integrity, and flexibility. Our interview process will assess these traits. Our behaviours page
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Flexible Working
Open to discussions on flexible work arrangements.
Organisation Overview
The City of Edinburgh Council is Scotland’s second-largest local authority, serving over 500,000 residents across a diverse range of sectors. Our 19,000-strong workforce delivers vital public services, meaning your role can directly impact our city’s growth and wellbeing.
Our Culture
Our core principles of respect, integrity, and flexibility guide all decisions, fostering an environment where employees thrive.
Support & Wellbeing
We prioritise colleague health and balance. Our suite of benefits includes:
- Flexible working options & career breaks
- Access to counselling, mental health support, and occupational health
- "Speak up" supporters & listening services
- A People Strategy focused on long-term wellbeing
Required adjustments for staff or candidates seeking accessibility will be fully supported.
Next Steps
For full details, view the job pack: Download Instrumental Music Instructor Job Pack.
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