Community Musician

Chiltern Music Therapy has ambitious plans for the future. We need talented individuals to join us so we can continue to grow and deliver more exceptional services. See below for the latest opportunity to become part of our team.

We have an opportunity for a Freelance School Community Musician based in Watford, Hertfordshire. The position is 1 day per week during term time only (38 weeks per year) at £170 per day.

**Role and responsibilities**:

- Delivering classroom group and individual community music sessions as part of a full day service in an SEN Primary School
- Managing and prioritising referrals
- Managing onsite relationships with both Classroom and Head Teachers
- Working flexibly with the service to meet their needs

**Person Specification**:
Essential requirements:

- Enhanced DBS check
- Confident and self-motivated individuals
- Excellent verbal communication skills
- A high level of vocal skills and keyboard and/or guitar skills, and confidence in using percussion instruments
- Strong organisational, planning, and problem-solving skills
- A full driving licence with access to a vehicle or use of public transport is required

Desirable:

- Previous experience working in schools or with children and young people with physical and neurological impairments

**Additional Job Benefits**:

- A comprehensive induction
- A range of mandatory trainings (e.g. GDPR, Health and Safety)
- CPD opportunities
- Online community and peer support through our Slack platform and channels
- Team socials

**About Chiltern Music Therapy**

At Chiltern we recognise the different strengths within our team. We provide an environment where people can take charge of the work they do and make informed decisions using professional judgement and life experience, alongside peer support. We’re welcoming, inclusive, and have worked hard to create a positive environment that we are proud of.

“_It’s been great to become part of a community of creative thinkers, to feel supported and encouraged by such a caring team_” - recent employee of Chiltern.

Chiltern is employee-owned and operates under a self-managing model. You can read more about this and our organisation's journey and evolution, here.

**How to apply**:
**Job Types**: Part-time, Freelance

**Salary**: £170.00 per day

Expected hours: 8 per week

Ability to Commute:

- Watford, Hertfordshire (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 08/03/2024