Job Introduction
Job Titles:
- Cello Strings Tutor
- Curriculum Tutor (Key Stage 1 and 2)
Working Pattern: Part-time, term time only (36 weeks per year; hours vary)
Salary: £20.71 – £30.39 per hour
Location: Lincolnshire, various districts (including South Kesteven, South Holland, East Lindsey, North and South Kesteven)
Closing Date: Sunday 28 June 2026
Interviews: Friday 10 July 2026 (in person, Lincoln)
The award-winning Lincolnshire Music Service are looking for enthusiastic and experienced Cello and Curriculum Tutors to join our team to deliver music services to children and young people.
About the Role
Lincolnshire Music Service, the lead organisation of the Lincolnshire Music Education Hub, is responsible for supporting, delivering and enabling high quality music education for children and young people across the county. The Hub programme, led by Arts Council England on behalf of the Department for Education, funds a network of 43 Hub partnerships which cover every area of England.
As a result of growing demand in schools, we have a number of specific teaching opportunities including:
- Cello Strings Teaching in South Kesteven, South Holland and East Lindsey Districts
- Curriculum Teaching (Key Stage 1 and 2) in Lincoln and North and South Kesteven Districts
Please note – these positions are for 36 weeks of the year (term time only). Salary ranges from £20.71 - £30.39 per hour depending on experience.
Please take a look at this video to find out more about Lincolnshire Music Service: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4ti0uGV4yC4
About You
We are looking for candidates who want to make a difference to the lives of children and young people within Lincolnshire through Music.
You will need to have the teaching skills required to deliver high-quality, fun and engaging lessons to children and young people. If you want to join a team who are committed, hard-working and really believe in the power of music for all then please read through the Job Description and apply with details of how you feel your skills and knowledge relate to this role.
About Our Offer
As the largest creative arts employer and organisation within Lincolnshire, we're at the forefront of cultural education within the region.
We're proud of what we achieve for children and young people in Lincolnshire.
Along with a competitive salary we are offering:
- Teachers Pension Scheme
- Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
- Flexible working policies
- Career progression opportunities
Further details about the benefits of working for Lincolnshire County Council are available here: Rewards and benefits – Lincolnshire County Council
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role, then please contact; Jennifer McKie, Head of Lincolnshire Music Service by emailing musicservice@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Applications Close on 28th June and interviews will be held on 10th July in Lincoln.
We wish you the best of luck with your application!
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
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