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Instrumental Teacher – Ukulele (WCIT)

Location: Birmingham

Contract Type: Full Time – Permanent

Salary: £23,636 – £30,351 (pro rota for part time hours)

Benefits: Pension, life assurance, retail discounts, health cash plans, EAP, paid travel time (if this is a peripatetic teaching role), ongoing Continuing Professional Development opportunities and more.

Services For Education is a growing children’s charity in Birmingham. We use the power of learning and music to improve outcomes for children, young people and communities. Our diverse charitable projects support disadvantaged and vulnerable children, children in care, children and adults with additional needs (including mld, sld, pmld, asd) and adults who are at risk of isolation and loneliness. By joining our team, you would be helping to change the lives of so many people in Birmingham.

OVERVIEW

We are seeking enthusiastic and confident Ukulele Teachers who can inspire a lifelong love of music in primary-aged children through Whole Class Instrumental Teaching. In this role, you will lead groups of students in dynamic, engaging, and inclusive lessons. Your ability to bring music to life while managing and motivating an entire class will be essential in fostering a positive learning environment where every child feels encouraged to participate and succeed.

We are interested in candidates with experience in the following areas:

– Whole class instrumental teaching

– Ensemble direction (from beginner to advanced)

– Working with children with additional needs (in both mainstream and special schools)

– Strong knowledge of music repertoire and examination systems (from beginner to advanced)

**What We Offer:**

– A competitive salary, along with benefits, based on your valuable experience.

– A supportive and creative work environment where your ideas and talents are appreciated.

– Opportunities for professional growth and development to further your career.

– The chance to be part of a community of music enthusiasts and educators, making a positive impact.

Whether you are an experienced classroom practitioner or an accomplished musician passionate about education, your strong musical skills should be complemented by creativity, patience, and excellent communication. If you believe that Whole Class Instrumental Teaching can build confidence, spark curiosity, and create unforgettable learning experiences, we would love to hear from you. Join our team and help children across the region discover the joy of making music together!

1. Instrumental-Vocal Teachers JD&PS v2.0 Aug23.pdf

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Our Benefits

Retail & Leisure Discounts

Pension Scheme

Dining Out Discounts

Health Cash Plan

Cycle To Work Scheme

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Employee Assistance Programme

What do our people say about working for SFE?

Here for the community

"I feel immensely proud to be part of an organisation that makes such a meaningful impact on the Birmingham community"

Pursue your passions

"We are all united by passion that comes from music and learning"

Extraordinary and meaningful work

"I want children to be able to achieve their dreams and bring music to life for them"

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important information for applicants

Services For Education is committed to highest standards in safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants involved in regulated activity will be required to provide an enhanced DBS disclosure. Everyone in Services For Education is alert to safeguarding issues and has a shared responsibility that is integral throughout our policies and practice.

Please note it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

To find out what personal data we, Services For Education, hold about you and how we collect and use it during and after the recruitment process please see our Job Applicant Privacy Notice.

We are committed to the principle of diversity and equality of opportunity in employment.

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Under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006, we are required to check that anyone taking up employment with us has the legal right to work in the UK.

All shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide documentary proof of this during the interview process and we will be required to take a copy of the successful candidates’ documents before they commence working with us.

Please note, if you are a non-EU citizen you will need to hold the relevant visa giving you the right to work in the UK, to be evidenced via an Immigration Status share code. We are unable to sponsor non-EU citizens looking to come to the UK for work.

For more information please visit the UK Border Agency website: www.ukba.homeoffice.gov.uk

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