Head of Discipline (Guitar and Percussion)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Head of Discipline (Guitar and Percussion) MPS/UPS + TLR 2 (£4,779) Teacher T&C's Permanent Based at Market Street, Shipley
Bradford Music & Arts Service is a highly successful service and the lead organisation for Bradford’s Music Education Hub. It provides wide ranging music opportunities for children and young people who live or go to school in the Bradford MDC area.
The service works in close partnership with schools and the local community and a number of delivery organisations to ensure that a broad range of high quality music provision is available, accessible and affordable to all children and young people.
If you would like to find out more about Bradford Music & Arts Service go to: www.bradfordmusiconline/co.uk/site/
Key Purpose of the Post
- To support the Head of the Music & Arts Service in delivering an effective and efficient service to schools. This will include assisting the Head of Service in the deployment and support of specialist teachers.
- To work with the Head of Service and Head of Ensembles to develop and maintain contemporary music provision (e.g. Rock and Pop Ensembles, Music Production, etc)
- Promoting and developing the playing of guitar and percussion instruments throughout the district
- To teach singing or instrument playing to pupils both in groups and individually.
- Whole Class Ensemble Teaching and Continuation Whole Class Teaching
- Ensemble Directing
- Perform to a high standard
An enhanced disclosure check with the Disclosure and Barring Service and a current driving licence is required for all posts.
The Code of Practice on the English language requirement for public sector workers, Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, requires that Councils ensure that all candidates applying for customer facing posts must be assessed in order to establish their fluency in English.
The criteria under special knowledge and experience on the job profile which is shown in this advert, outlines what level of fluency you will be expected to demonstrate. Therefore, it is essential that you provide examples in your application.
Closing Date: 17th May 2023 Interviews: W/C 22nd May 2023 Please see attached Job Profile: Head of Discipline (Guitar and Percussion) - JP.doc
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Regional Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Discipline (Guitar and Percussion) roles across Bradford Metropolitan District Council's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Regional Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £4,779 - £4,779 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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