Itinerant Gaelic Music Instructor (1723), Lewis & Harris

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Itinerant Gaelic Music Instructor (1723), Lewis & Harris
35 hours per week, permanent
£37,932 – £49,515 per annum, inclusive of £2,742 Distant Islands Allowance per annum

The post holder will be required to carry out the duties as an Itinerant Instructor of Gaelic Music to pupils in Lewis Primary and Secondary Schools. To encourage an interest in music and support pupils in developing their musical skills. To promote and strengthen Gaelic language, culture and the arts.

Duties will include working with assigned classes/groups of pupils/individual pupils; planning and preparing lessons; liaising with parents; attending staff meetings; participating in school/pupil performances/competitions; and preparing pupils for competitions at both local and national level.

You must have a sound practical and working knowledge of musical instruction. It is essential you have good communication and interpersonal skills along with good oral, written and record keeping skills. It is essential you hold a current UK Driving Licence. You must hold a recognised professional diploma or qualification in subject, or equivalent relevant experience.

It is essential you have oral and written fluency in Gaelic.

This post is subject to membership of the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme in respect of regulated work with children.

Salary for the above post is inclusive of Distant Islands Allowance.

Please see attached Job Description & Person Specification for further information.

Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.

Closing Date: Monday 16 December 2024