Teaching Jobs
The various teaching teams at Berkshire Music Trust are close knit teams with a mixture of instrument skills within the team. The team teach complete beginners all the way up to those preparing for Conservatoire.
Our teachers range from very experienced with decades of service to new entrants to the profession. We all work together to ensure that our students get the best possible music education. Our teaching portfolio is varied. We deliver lessons in primary and secondary schools as well as our evening music centres.
Teaching is a mix of individual, groups and even sometimes whole class in both schools and also in our music centres. Ensembles are also being offered at most of our music centres giving young musicians the opportunity to play together starting from beginner ensembles where pupils can progress right up to our prestigious county youth orchestra and county wind orchestra.
There are lots of opportunities to get involved with the wider work, from early years to Dementia cafes and to working with special needs pupils and each team enjoy getting involved. The teaching team are an integral part of some of the live performance work that Berkshire Music offers from performing in the band in our Junior Music Festivals to providing musicians for some enrichment activities in schools. CPD sessions are often an opportunity for us to learn from each other’s specialist knowledge and insight.
Come and experience music education the Berkshire Music way!
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Guitar/Percussion/Contemporary
Recruitment PackGuitar
We offer a variety of flexible working options, including self‑employed opportunities that fit around your availability, as well as contracted roles ranging from part‑time to full‑time (up to 31 hours per week).
As an independent and inclusive organisation, we are looking for practitioners who are passionate about sharing their expertise and motivating the next generation through music. Our work spans a wide variety of activities, from 1:1 and small‑group lessons to whole‑class teaching, community groups, and more.
Teaching opportunities are available across West Berkshire, Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, and Maidenhead, both during the school day and at our busy after‑school music centres.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
Percussion
We’re hiring for a part-time Percussion Teacher to work on Saturday morning at West Berkshire Music centre.
These roles could be combined for a full time Guitar/Drums position. We are able to provide full training if able to start before the end of term (suitable for anyone looking to get into teaching).
If you are interested in teaching in a rock band model, then we would be delighted to hear from you.
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Drum Kit/Percussion
Recruitment PackWe’re hiring for a Drum Kit/Percussion Teacher in the Bracknell area for a day of teaching both at schools and music centre.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Voice/Vocal Teaching
Recruitment PackTeaching opportunities are available across West Berkshire, Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, and Windsor & Maidenhead, both during the school day and at our busy after‑school and weekend music centres.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Choir Leader
Recruitment PackWe’re hiring for a Choir Leader for three choirs at our West Berkshire Music Centre on Saturday mornings from 9am–12pm (includes child and adult choirs).
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Piano
Recruitment PackWe have teaching opportunities available across our Music Centres, with sessions typically running in the late afternoon, early evening, and Saturday mornings.
Teaching blocks are usually 2–4 hours per week, depending on the centre.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Brass
Recruitment PackTeaching opportunities are available across West Berkshire, Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, and Windsor & Maidenhead, both during the school day and at our busy after‑school and weekend music centres.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Violin
Recruitment PackTeaching opportunities are available across West Berkshire, Reading, Bracknell, Wokingham, and Windsor & Maidenhead, both during the school day and at our busy after‑school and weekend music centres.
Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Early Years
Recruitment PackWe have several opportunities to join our Mini Maestros Early Years Team:
Saturday Mini Maestros – Maidenhead
Maternity cover starting from the summer term. If you’re available to start this term, we can provide training.West Berkshire Music Centre
An Early Years Teacher role starting from the summer term.Whitley area (nurseries)
A Mini Maestros teaching role (approximately 1.5 days per week) delivering music sessions in nurseries, working alongside continuous provision.Self‑employed rates: £23.74 to £31.95 per hour
Contracted roles: £24k–£34k FTE
To apply please complete our application form and declaration form and return both to jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk
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Work for us
Application FormWe’re always happy to receive speculative applications. If you are interested in a teaching role at Berkshire Music Trust but cannot see a role advertised that is suitable for you, please do not hesitate to contact us by emailing jobs@berksmusictrust.org.uk