Job Description

Instrumental Instructor Salary: 22,601 to 35,259 per annum pro rata

Grade: STPCD Unqualified Pay Scale

Contract: Fixed term

Hours: Variable hours

Location: Selby and Harrogate with potential work Countywide

Weekend working: No

North Yorkshire is a thriving county that adapts to a changing world and remains a special place to live and work.






We have an exciting opportunity to come and join the Music Service team as an Instrumental Instructor.






The role will involve working in Primary and Secondary Schools across North Yorkshire providing instrumental tuition working with children as individuals and in small group settings.






Whole class instrumental work is also available within this role which is payable on the Qualified Pay Scale for those with QTS.






As the roles are across the county the ability to travel is essential and travel time between schools is payable at the same hourly rate as teaching. Travel expenses between schools are claimable at 45p per mile.





In this role you will plan lessons for pupils across the academic year and assess progress keeping parents/guardians and schools updated with regular feedback.





In this role you will need to have:


Excellent instrumental skills.





Effective teaching strategies for instrumental music.





Experience with regards to musical resources.





Great written and verbal communication.




At interview you will be observed teaching a drums lesson followed by interview questions






For an informal discussion about the roles please contact Ryan Watkins by email ryan.watkins@northyorks.gov.uk or telephone 07814 935903.







Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.







What We're Looking For





Essential:






Degree or postgraduate qualification in music/performance.





Strong knowledge of instrumental repertoire and teaching strategies.





Effective communication and interpersonal skills.





Ability to travel across the county and work flexibly, including evenings/weekends.





Desirable:





Ability to teach/play more than one instrument.





Experience in safeguarding and partnership working.






Why Join Us?





A supportive and collaborative teaching environment.




Pension Scheme: Teacher's Pension Scheme.



Fitness Discounts: Discounted Gym memberships at various gyms across the county.



Lifestyle Savings: Enjoy a wide range of discounts at hundreds of popular high-street and online retailers.



And more: Additional wellbeing support, employee assistance, and development opportunities.

Key documents

Total Rewards Brochure

Key dates

Closing Date: 11th January 2026



Interview Date: Week commencing 19th January 2026



Venue for Interview: TBD



NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.



We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to this commitment.



North Yorkshire Councils' purpose is to deliver services and facilities to the diverse residents and visitors of North Yorkshire. To ensure we deliver inclusive services we strive to have a diverse workforce where everybody can be themselves by respecting differences and embedding equality of opportunity. We celebrate diversity and recognise each other's contributions; we therefore welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

Instrumental Instructor

Salary:

22,601 - 35,259 per annum, pro rata

Posted:

19/12/2025

Closing date:

12/01/2026

Closing time:

23:59