Temporary Musician; Instrumental or General Musicianship

Big Noise's vision is to thrive together through music. Working with children, young people and their families, we focus on early intervention and stimulating generational social change. By playing music together in ensembles and orchestras, we aim to grow confidence, respect, teamwork and aspiration in the children, young people and communities we work with.

We deliver our work through six Big Noise programmes: in Wester Hailes in Edinburgh, Raploch & Fallin in Stirling, Govanhill in Glasgow, Torry in Aberdeen and Douglas in Dundee.

We are looking for a temporary Support Musician (Instrumental or General Musicianship) to work within the Wester Hailes community of Edinburgh, working 14 hours a week, Tuesday and Thursday 9am - 5pm, during school term time only (40 weeks of the year) until 25th June 2027.

This is a developmental/training role designed to build experience and skills whilst supporting the Big Noise team deliver the Big Noise programme in the Wester Hailes community of Edinburgh. You will work closely with Big Noise Musicians and Support Workers, who provide teaching and support opportunities, constructive feedback, and guidance on all elements of Big Noise. Support Musicians are also offered training opportunities on topics such as positive behaviour, lesson planning, and various methodologies including the Big Noise curriculum.

You will be able to demonstrate the following:

• How you will benefit from this developmental/training role
• Knowledge of the Big Noise programme
• At least grade 5 standard (or equivalent) on your principal instrument

£26,624 per annum, pro-rata (£14.63 per hour)

2 days (14 hours) per week