CAN is seeking an experienced Principal Music Leader who is passionate about encouraging the musicality and music-making of children to lead on our Youth Music-funded Kámoši Roma-heritage Music-making Programme starting in September 2015 through to July 2016.
This new, exciting post will deliver a comprehensive music offer for Eastern European Romani heritage and other local children living in Leigh (Wigan borough). The project aims to build on and develop the children’s music skills, natural talent and enthusiasm.
The leader will have responsibility for planning and leading, (largely) term-time based, group music-making activities for 35 Saturday-morning sessions, and at least 5+ public performances over the course of the year.
We’re looking for a charismatic and enthusiastic sessional Music Leader with a talent/flair for working with and inspiring the musicality of children aged 5-12 years. You’ll need to be musically versatile and have the following essential skills and experiences:
This post will be subject to DBS clearance procedures.
Music Leader freelance fee: £5,000
(Including all planning, lead workshop delivery, composition, artistic direction, performances, evaluation and support for other music leaders/volunteers involved in the project)
If you’d like to apply please send the following information:
You can download the job pack below or visit our website:
Principal Music Leader cover letter
Principal Music Leader job advert
Principal Musical Leader person specification
Principal Music Leader job description
Equal opportunities monitoring form
Closing date for expressions of interest: 5pm, Wednesday 15 July 2015
Interviews will be held on Monday 20 July 2015
Many thanks to Youth Music for supporting this project
We positively welcome applications from disabled people and all sectors of the community