The Edinburgh Academy - Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher

Scotland
The Edinburgh Academy
Part-time

Summary

We are currently seeking to fill the position of Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher.

Detail

The Edinburgh Academy is seeking to expand the bank of self-employed Voluntary Music Teachers (VMT) within the Pipe Band Team; specifically, an experienced and enthusiastic Bass and Tenor Drum Teacher from August 2025. We anticipate this will require a commitment of one and a half days of teaching per week, potentially increasing to up to 2 full days.

We welcome applications from well-qualified music graduates with relevant teaching qualifications and/or experience, with a proven track record in teaching pupils from primary to S6. The successful candidate will be an enthusiastic person with a passion to develop the Bass Drum and Tenor Drum programme of The Edinburgh Academy. Teaching can be situated across both sites of the Academy – Arboretum and Henderson Row.

The Academy sets a minimum charge for lessons and requires the VMT to pay a Facility Charge for the use of resources within the School. As a self-employed VMT, there is a direct relationship between the VMT and parent and the VMT is responsible for invoicing parents directly in respect of their agreed tuition fees.

The VMT may have the opportunity for group coaching, or be required throughout the year to support school rehearsals or competitions such as CCF events, RSPBA and Non-RSPBA competitions as well as other events. Such involvement would be remunerated at the hourly rate for that year. 

Conditions of Appointment

The appointment will be subject to interview and audition, satisfactory references, verification of identity and proof of qualifications.  

Child Protection

The Edinburgh Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and PVG Disclosure Scotland.

Equal Opportunities

The school is an Equal Opportunities employer and welcomes applications for this post from appropriately qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, race or sexual orientation.

Enquiries

Any enquiries should be addressed to the Pipe Band at atripney@edinburghacademy.org.uk

We intend to hold interviews between 7th and 14th August 2025

Provide weekly individual Bass and Tenor lessons as directed by the Head of the Pipe Band
Give regular, informative feedback to students on their progress
Support SQA and other exam candidates as required
Contribute to school and external performances
Maintain positive relationships with pupils, parents and colleagues.
Follow the guidelines and expectations of the Music Department

Is an outstanding performing practitioner.
Has proven success in teaching young people.
Has thorough knowledge of repertoire, including that required for RSPBA Competitions/PDQB exams
Is a prompt and effective communicator, in person and by email.
Has excellent organisational skills.