Brass Tutor (Maternity Cover)

Music and Performing Arts Salford is seeking a Brass Tutor to cover Maternity Leave at a High School to delivery the MISST project Tuesday-Friday up to 20 hours per week.

Employer

Music and Performing Arts Salford

Location

Salford

Contract Type

Self-Employed

Start Date

January 2027

Closing Date

30th November 2026 at 17:00

About Us

Music and Performing Arts Salford (MAPAS) is part of Salford Community Leisure who are committed to enhancing the lives of people across Salford. MAPAS is also a partner in the Greater Manchester Music Hub.

At MAPAS, we believe in the transformative potential of music and the arts to empower individuals and build vibrant communities. We are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work.

Overview

We are seeking a self-employed Brass Tutor for Maternity Cover to support delivery at a Salford High School to deliver their MISST Project:

Cover Period

• Start: 5th January 2026
• End: 22nd May 2026 (potential for extension)
• Excluding school holidays and half-term weeks
• Total teaching weeks: 17

Required Weekly Pattern

• Tuesday
  • 09:00-15:00 (6 hours)
• 09:00-15:00 (6 hours)
• Thursday
  • 10:00-13:20 (3 hours 20 minutes)
• Friday
  • 09:00-13:20 (4 hours 20 minutes)

Additional Information

The Brass Tutor will deliver brass provision during the timetabled sessions and, where there is capacity during their time on site, could also support with aspects of the wider MISST programme such as:

• Instrument maintenance and minor repairs
• Organisation of resources and equipment
• Occasional 1:1 brass support where beneficial

Repertoire and lessons are planned and a full time member of school staff will be present to ensure that behaviour expectations are met, and focus is solely on trumpet instruction.

Qualifications

• Relevant musical teaching experience and/or Music Degree and Qualifications
• Strong interpersonal and time management skills and a passion for music education
• Commitment to reflective and inclusive teaching practices

Responsibilities

• Foster a supportive learning environment for all students
• Inspire the next generation of young musicians
• A variety of teaching work offered including day/evening and project work

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the heart of what we value as an organisation. MAPAS places emphasis on equal opportunities, and all suitable applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other status protected by law. Our team are happy to support with any reasonable adjustments that are needed within the recruitment process.

MAPAS is committed to safeguarding children and young people so successful applicants will be required to go through necessary checks and undergo regular safeguarding training.

Successful applicants will be engaged on a self-employed basis and are therefore responsible for their own tax and National Insurance arrangements, hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate and Public liability Insurance and an ability to travel between schools and other venues is essential. Tutors will complete a probationary period during the first six months of working with us, after which, pay rates rise to the higher bracket.

Please see MAPAS role profile for information and hourly rates.

Please email Dan Rhodes if you have any further questions.

Music and Performing Arts Salford (MAPAS) is part of Salford Community Leisure who are committed to enhancing the lives of people across Salford. MAPAS is also a Local Lead Partner in the Greater Manchester and Blackburn with Darwen Music Hub.

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