Job Description

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Classical Vocal Tutor, Centre for Advanced Training

Deadline for applications:

12pm, 3rd August 2025

Reports to:

Study Leader (Vocal)

Location:

Gateshead, The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

Working hours:

4 Hours on Sundays, within the timeframe 9am-5pm

Salary:

SCP 56 - 35.71 per hour, inclusive of holiday pay

Duration:

Teaching begins Sept 14th 2025 to July 2026.

About The Glasshouse International Centre for Music

We're a place where you can hear rock legends or pop icons on the same night as folk trios or opera singers. Where new musicians are nurtured and showcased on the same stages as platinum- selling performers. And where youth choirs and tambourine- shaking toddlers practice in the same spaces as our acclaimed orchestra Royal Northern Sinfonia.


Whether you're front of house, waiting in the wings or keeping things running behind the scenes you will be part of a team that means 2 million people enjoy top - notch gigs, concerts and classes in our own venue at Gateshead Quays, out in communities across the North East and through live- streamed performances and digital lessons.

About you

Are you self-motivated, happy working in a team environment and flexible enough to adapt to a changing environment? If this sounds like you, read on to find out how you can hit the ground running.

Purpose of the role

The Centre for Advanced Training Classical Vocal Tutor will be part of the CAT vocal tutor team working within Make Music: Young People, with a particular focus on classical and some choral and musical theatre repertoire. The role will involve teaching and helping to develop the artistic practice of young people, aged 10-18, both individually and, potentially, as part of an ensemble and in preparation for performances on Sundays during term time at The Glasshouse International Centre for Music.

It would be great if you had experience in:

Singing to an advanced, professional standard and in professional contexts Keyboard/piano playing to a good level that supports your teaching Working with young people aged 10-18 Experience of teaching diverse musical styles, e.g., classical, opera, musical theatre. Leading classical choral groups with a range of abilities from beginner level to advanced. Valuing diversity in relation to styles of music and strive to champion and celebrate musical pioneers from a variety of musical styles Ability to help develop young artists through encouraging their unique style, and avoiding personal bias in aesthetic and stylistic preferences Ability to share passion for music and inspire students Being adaptable with students of different ages, levels of knowledge, and learning styles Using initiative and being resourceful and efficient Excellent communication skills, both with young people and with colleagues An inclusive approach to working with young people

Skills and knowledge of

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Familiarity with a variety of exam boards A degree in music performance or equivalent professional experience

Proven knowledge or understanding of:

Vocal technique with an underpinning of advanced knowledge of physiological approaches to singing teaching and technique A broad repertoire within your performance specialism(s) A range of music teaching methods Inclusive music practice Safeguarding in education contexts

It also helps if you have:

Experience of teaching through online platforms

You'll be responsible for:

General

Teach young people in 1:1 lessons, working on appropriate vocal technique and repertoire Lead group-based music learning activities where relevant Lead or co-lead ensembles where relevant, helping young people to grow their skills in singing together as a group Lead exciting and stimulating high-quality activities, which help young people to progress personally, socially and musically Prepare young people for performances as and when needed Support students to prepare for exams

Evaluation and Reporting

Work closely with the Study Leader to manage learning accreditation and assessment of students, as required Help us to gather feedback when needed, so that we can monitor and evaluate the programme

Programme (artistic)

Keep up to date with current developments in relation to your own performance practice, specialist education and learning practice, including expert knowledge of physiology and vocal pedagogy in relation to singing styles and repertoire Contribute to the writing of curriculum documents and learning resources Deliver exemplary tuition in Singing Support the development and maintenance of excellent and inclusive music practice, social and musical pedagogies within Make Music: Young People Work with colleagues to remove barriers to engagement and make sure music learning activities meet a range of different needs, interests, and contexts Attend and/or lead, performances, events and programme activities as required Work closely with others in the team to connect to The Glasshouse's artistic programme

Programme (operational)

Create lesson plans for each group session that you lead, and for the full term Contribute and create relevant music and effective learning materials to support teaching and planning Attend team and organisational meetings as agreed Understand and adhere to operational policies/handbooks

People

Attend team meetings, line management meetings and planning meetings as required

Marketing and Comms

Work with colleagues to support effective recruitment

Health and Safety and safeguarding

Work with Designated Safeguarding Officers and Director of Safeguarding to implement safeguarding policies and procedures throughout the programme to maintain high standards of safeguarding and pastoral care of children and adults at risk To accept personal responsibility for understanding and following Health and Safety, Child protection, Equality and Diversity and other policies within the Trust

But don't worry

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f you're not a perfect match for the job description and criteria, we'd love you to apply anyway. We are more interested in your determination, positivity, and willingness to get stuck in.

Our commitment to your development

At The Glasshouse, we're always learning. And we know that when it comes to training, everyone is different. So, you'll work closely with your manager to identify what your training journey will look like. If you have a specific interest or you would like to develop your skills in a certain area, we want to hear about it.


This may be through gaining a qualification, on-the-job training or learning within your team, but whatever path you take, through training and support, we'll help you develop the skills and knowledge you need to thrive in your role.

Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

At The Glasshouse, we encourage a working environment that's welcoming, inclusive, and diverse. Different backgrounds, views and experiences are valued so everyone can be themselves.


Our venue and programmes are for everyone, so we want to make sure this opportunity is available to everyone, no matter your background or the challenges you've faced.


For example, we would love to hear from you if you:

Are D/deaf. Have a disability, learning difficulty or significant long -term health condition which affects your daily life Describe yourself as neurodiverse (this might include dyslexia, dyspraxia, dyscalculia, ADHD, autistic spectrum, and others) Grew up in a family receiving Universal Credit or state benefits Have ever lived in council or social housing or been on the housing register Have ever lived in sheltered accommodation or experienced homelessness Experienced being in care at any point in your life Have been a refugee or asylum seeker Are from the African, South, East and South-East Asian, Middle East, Latinx or North African diaspora, or have experienced racism These are some common examples of challenging circumstances but there may be others. Everyone is welcome to apply. We do not discriminate because of race, colour, religion, gender or gender identity, sexual orientation or expression, age, disability or any other protected characteristic as outlined in the Equality Act 2010.

Safeguarding children, young people and adults at risk

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk and expect all of those that work with us to share this commitment. We operate a robust safeguarding framework and continuous assessment and development to support safer working practice across out workforce. Our roles are subject to a safer recruitment process which includes relevant background checks and the disclosure of criminal records, sanctions, and investigations where appropriate. This position is eligible for an Enhanced DBS / with a check of the Children's / Adult's Barred List.

Right to Work

We welcome applications from candidates already eligible to work in the UK or those that can apply for a visa granting permission to work in the UK (e.g. dependent visas, ancestry etc.) that do not require sponsorship. You will be asked to share proof of this prior to receiving any offer of employment.

Our application process

Deadline for applications:

12pm, 3rd August 2025

Interview date:

19th August 2025


We understand that interviews can be a nerve-racking experience. We want you to feel comfortable so you can be yourself and shine, so if you have any questions about the role or the application process, please contact Isabella, People Coordinator at recruitment@theglasshouseicm.org