Visiting Teacher of Drum Kit

Position Overview

Forest has a thriving Music Department with around 35 Visiting Music Staff. Hundreds of individual lessons are taught each week and there is a busy schedule of concerts and recitals featuring choral, wind, brass, orchestral and jazz ensembles. Additionally there are both small and large‑scale rock/pop concerts: House Music in October of each year, and Battle of the Bands in a high‑profile external venue. There are six rooms equipped with drum kits, including high‑quality electric and acoustic kits. Many students book these regularly to rehearse with their own bands. Students have weekly lessons of between 20 and 40 minutes.

Responsibilities

The Visiting Teacher of Drum Kit will teach one‑to‑one lessons to pupils across the age range of the School, preparing them for performance exams with an appropriate awarding body and supporting their participation in ensemble activities. They will teach a variety of styles such as pop, rock, jazz,...