Music Tutor – Hackney Education

Are you a skilled musician with a love of teaching?

Do you have experience of teaching in school or educational settings?

Are you confident teaching across a wide range of age groups e.g. primary and secondary?

Are you organised, flexible and reliable? If so, we would love to hear from you.

Hackney Music Service is looking appoint highly skilled and experienced instrumental / vocal tutors from across a range of musical genres and instruments to join its music tutor panel.

The role will include teaching children and young people of differing ages and skill levels, primarily, in small and large groups in school settings. We are particularly looking for music tutors who can inspire and enthuse young people to develop a love of music, and who can effectively plan for musical progression.

We are seeking dedicated Music Tutors to join our team and support the Music Service’s local strategy for music education across the borough. In this role, you will deliver high-quality instrumental and vocal tuition to both individuals and groups, providing a varied programme that covers technique, musicianship, and creativity while exposing learners to diverse musical cultures. You will play a vital role in raising achievement by preparing pupils for GCSE, A-level, and graded examinations, as well as signposting them to ensembles and holiday courses to support their long-term progression.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a professional and flexible approach, working closely with school staff and the Music Service management team to ensure strategic musical development. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate registers and records of work, attending orientation meetings, and contributing to the vibrant cultural life of schools through concerts and performance events. All tutors are expected to adhere to Hackney’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion policies and must complete annual mandatory training in safeguarding and data awareness to ensure a safe and inclusive learning environment.

Representation: We would welcome applications from musicians of black and global majority backgrounds as well as musicians / music tutors who are currently under-represented in the music tutor workforce.

As a Council, our most outstanding asset is our staff, who are highly dedicated to serving our residents and committed to our goals as an organisation.

If you want to work in a place where you can represent our values so we achieve the best for our residents, please click on the apply button below.

We operate a fair and open anonymous selection process. Therefore, we do not accept supporting statements or CV’s.

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As part of the application process, you will need to complete a number of competency based questions. These questions allow you to demonstrate your suitability for the role and provide examples of your skills, knowledge and experience outlined in the job description.

We understand the benefits of using AI in the workplace. However, if you are thinking of using this tool to submit your application, we ask you to think about what value it will add. AI tools tend to lack the personal touch and authenticity we value in candidates. We encourage you to showcase your unique knowledge and skills using your own voice.

This application process replaces a supporting statement.

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check

Closing date for applications: 28 June 2026 (22:59)

Interview and assessment date: W/C 13 July 2026

We are also working towards our vision, which is to be a place for everyone; where residents and staff can be proud; a place that celebrates diversity and where everyone can feel valued, included and involved. In order to achieve this, we look for people who are: Proud; Ambitious; Pioneering; Open; Proactive; Inclusive.

Hackney Council works to eradicate discrimination on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. We also recognise that people can be disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances, so we will also work to eliminate discrimination and disadvantage caused by social class. We also welcome those interested in flexible working. We particularly welcome applications from disabled people, as this group is currently under represented in our workforce.

The Council has a dedicated employment support service (Hackney Works), which offers Hackney residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you are thinking about applying for a job, please contact the Hackney Works team to find out what support is available: hackneyworks@hackney.gov.uk