Our School
Uxbridge High School is a vibrant and ambitious school delivering a gold standard education that enriches students academically, socially, and emotionally. Proud to Make Success Happen, we work with students, families, and staff to ensure every student reaches their potential. We take pride in our diverse and ambitious students, our dedicated staff, and strong community partnerships
Our PROUD values – Positive, Respectful, Open-minded, Unique and Determined – guide all aspects of school life.
Uxbridge High School Academy Trust is committed to creating an environment where staff feel supported, challenged, and valued. This is reflected in our gold standard approach to teaching, curriculum, and professional development. Our People Strategy. outlines how we invest in and value staff as an essential part of the school community.
The Department
Music at Uxbridge High School is about access and enjoyment for every student. Our Music Department sits within a busy Performing Arts Faculty alongside Drama and PE. It teaches students from Key Stage 3 to Key Stage 4 through curriculum lessons, instrumental tuition, rehearsals and performances. Concerts, productions and enrichment events are a highlight of the school year, giving students the chance to perform, collaborate and build confidence. We want every young person, whatever their background or starting point, to have the opportunity to pick up an instrument and make music.
The Role
We are looking for a talented, organised musician to join us as Music Technician / Instrument Instructor. This varied role would suit someone with a peripatetic or instrumental teaching background who also enjoys the practical side of running a busy department.
You will deliver free beginner lessons to Key Stage 3 students on guitar, bass guitar, drums, piano/keyboard and voice, individually and in small groups, helping them build sound technique, confidence and good practice habits. You will also coach Key Stage 4 students as they prepare for performances, recordings and practical assessments.
Alongside your teaching, you will look after the department's instruments and equipment across Music, Drama and PE. That means routine maintenance, keeping the inventory up to date, and making sure everything is ready for lessons, rehearsals and events. You will play an active part in concerts and productions throughout the year.
You will need Grade 5 or above (or an equivalent proven standard) on at least one of these instruments and the confidence to teach beginners on several. Just as important is a positive, "can do" approach and a real enthusiasm for getting young people excited about music.
Please note that the school reserves the right to close this vacancy prior to the stated deadline should a sufficient number of applications be received. Early application is therefore strongly advised.