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Explore our current vacancies below and find a role where you can make a real impact on the lives of children and young people in Northamptonshire and Rutland.

Even if you don’t see a role that fits right now, we welcome speculative CVs at any time. Please send them to recruitment@nmpat.co.uk

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Teacher of Brass

Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) is seeking to appoint a skilled and high-quality teacher of Brass to work as part of our large and diverse team. This role will primarily be whole class brass instrumental teaching with some individual and small group teaching. We are looking for someone who is available on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday during term-time.

Deadline to apply: By 11.59pm on Sunday 8th November 2026

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Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust (NMPAT) aims to provide music and performing arts opportunities for young people to develop their skills and confidence. We are a charitable trust whose core values are to Inspire, Nurture and Excel. Our staff are highly skilled and motivated practitioners who routinely demonstrate their commitment to these values. 

Job Title
Teacher of Brass 

Employer
Northamptonshire Music and Performing Arts Trust 

Location
Northampton 

Contract Type
This is a fixed-term, part-time role (0.5 full-time equivalent) from 4th January 2026 to 16th July 2026. 

Salary
£25,085 – £38,156 full-time equivalent, depending on skills and experience. 

Employment Start Date
January 2026 

As an NMPAT music teacher you will: 

  • Prioritise student safeguarding, welfare and well-being at all times. 
  • Deliver engaging, inclusive and motivational lessons tailored to students' needs. 
  • Prepare students for relevant assessments and examinations. 
  • Maintain effective lesson planning, record-keeping and administrative practices. 
  • Communicate effectively with pupils, parents/carers, schools and colleagues. 
  • Promote and support participation in ensembles, Saturday Centres, County Groups and other musical opportunities. 
  • Contribute positively to the wider NMPAT and Music Education Hub community. 
  • Engage in continuous professional development and maintain high standards of musical and pedagogical practice. 
  • Share expertise and collaborate with colleagues. 
  • Comply with NMPAT policies, procedures and the Code of Conduct. 
  • Undertake other duties appropriate to the role. 

You will have: 

  • A recognised music diploma, degree or equivalent professional experience. Applications from those currently progressing through recognised pedagogy pathways or teacher development programmes. 
  • A passion for music education and helping students develop musically. 
  • An ability to teach and motivate students of differing ages, abilities and musical interests. 
  • Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, relevant music examination specifications and assessment requirements. 
  • Proficient IT skills. 
  • An understanding of safeguarding and commitment to student welfare. 
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills. 
  • A commitment to ongoing professional development. 
  • A flexible approach to work, including adapting to changing schedules and travelling between locations. 

  • Pension scheme with 6% employee contribution and a generous 12% employer contribution 
  • Health cash plan with 24/7 GP access and advice line. 
  • Access to exclusive rewards, discounts and special offers including gym discounts. 
  • Allocated time for professional development. 
  • Free parking in Northampton. 
  • Opportunity to contribute to NMPAT's music programs and participate in events. 
  • A chance to inspire and make a real difference to the lives of young people. 

To apply, please complete the application form and return by email to recruitment@nmpat.co.uk, before 11.59pm on Sunday 8th November 2026.

Please mark your email for the attention of Head of Brass, John Bickerdike, and please reference "Teacher of Brass" in the subject. 

To discuss this opportunity in more detail, please contact John Bickerdike, at jbickerdike@nmpat.co.uk

If you are shortlisted for an interview, interviews are planned for the 18th or 20th November 2026.  

As part of your application, you will be required to provide a full employment history and details of any relevant qualifications. This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, including a Children's Barred List check, due to the regulated activity involved. In line with our safer recruitment processes and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance, online searches of shortlisted candidates may also be carried out as part of the recruitment process. 

NMPAT values diversity and welcomes applications from all communities, particularly those from under-represented groups. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process and will consider reasonable adjustments throughout. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your application.

More about NMPAT

NMPAT is a music education charity, which provides musical and artistic opportunities for the children and young people of Northamptonshire, with a £5m turnover. As lead partner of the Northamptonshire and Rutland Music Hub, the charity works with almost every school in the two counties. We engage with over 50,000 young people per year, run more than 30 County Ensembles – bands, orchestras and choirs – 9 Saturday Centres, and further enrichment, and performance opportunities throughout the year. We employ over 250 staff, including teachers and our leadership and professional services teams.

Safeguarding

NMPAT is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS and barred list clearance, a Prohibition check, identity check, online checks, confirmation of the right to work in the UK, health assessment, and satisfactory references. References will always be taken-up in advance of the interview, and we may contact other previous employers for references.

We’re a Disability Confident employer!

To address barriers, we will consider reasonable adjustments and access requirements throughout the application and interview process. Please alert us to anything we can do to make your application and interview process as accessible as possible.
NMPAT values diversity, and we particularly welcome applications from under-represented groups of the community.