Rock & Pop Music Teacher - Abingdon
- Abingdon, Oxfordshire
- £26,000-27,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
No Teaching Experience Needed – Full Training ProvidedAre you a musician with a passion for inspiring the next generation? Join iRock, an award-winning and UK-leading rock school, and witness first-hand the incredible impact music can have on children!About the Role
- Position: Band Coach (Rock and Pop Music Teacher)
- Hours: Monday - Friday, daytime only
- Location: This role involves teaching at multiple schools around Oxford and the surrounding areas (Didcot, Abingdon, Cumnor, Wantage, Witney). You must have a full UK driving license and car.
- Salary: Currently £26,000, increasing to £27,000 from November
- Additional Earnings: Band Coaches can earn +£1,500 OTE through our performance-related bonus scheme (with the potential to earn up to £32,500 per annum in the future)
- Holiday: 11 weeks fully paid school holidays
- Travel: 45p per business mile travelled, plus access to a motor assistance program
- Start date: October 2025
- Make a Difference: Experience first-hand how your musical talents can inspire and shape the futures of children of a young age.
- Collaborative Environment: Be part of a supportive team that provides all the necessary instruments, training, and support to help you succeed.
- Dynamic Workday: Visit a maximum of two schools per day, delivering rock and pop band sessions that will build students' confidence and ignite their passion for music.
- Deliver Rock and Pop Band Sessions: Teach groups of children at up to 10 primary schools per week.
- Teach Multiple Instruments in a Band Setting: Show children how to play drums, keyboard, guitar, or vocals (ability to play at least two instruments is required for the role).
- Foster Relationships: Build strong connections with parents, schools, and the wider community.
- Performances: Help pupils shine in their first live performances in front of an audience.
- Administrative Duties: Handle daily administrative tasks (about 30 minutes per day).
- Certify Students: Work within the RSL structure to help children achieve an entry-level qualification.
- Active Role: Engage in a physically active role, including the loading and unloading of musical equipment, ensuring everything is ready for each session.
- Summer Camps: Participate in running our exciting holiday club two weeks a year during the holiday periods.
- Musical Talent: Ability to play at least two of the following: drums, keyboard, guitar, or vocals, with a good all-round musical knowledge.
- Driving: You will need a valid driving licence and access to your own car.
- Organisational Skills: Strong organisation and IT skills to manage your schedule and tasks effectively.
- Passion and Confidence: A confident individual who loves music and can build positive relationships with both adults and children.
- Reliability: Dependable and committed to providing consistent, high-quality music education.
- Communication Skills: Excellent at building relationships and communicating effectively with both children and adults.
- Full-Time, Permanent Position: Enjoy job security with a role that's both fulfilling and fun.
- Generous Holiday Package: 10 weeks of paid school holidays per year, plus bank holidays!
- Fuel Contributions: Receive monthly fuel reimbursements for business miles.
- Motor Assistance: Membership to RAC for Breakdown cover.
- Health & Wellbeing Programme: Access to resources that support your overall wellness.
- Healthcare: Virtual GP appointments and claim on treatment costs.
- Instrument Discounts: Get discounts on musical instruments.
- Professional Development: Opportunities to grow and develop your skills.
- Amazing Staff Parties: Join us for our legendary staff parties, including our annual conference.
- Rewards and Bonuses: Benefit from our voucher schemes and company bonuses.
- Referral Scheme: Know someone who'd be perfect for iRock? Take advantage of our Employee Referral Scheme.