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CANDIDATE INFO

The following information is for candidates who have successfully made it to the video interview stage. Read for more information about Rocksteady, our recruitment process and what we look for in our future Band Leaders.

Inspire a new
generation
of musicians

 

Rocksteady band leaders are talented musicians who come from a variety of professional backgrounds and all walks of life. Watch our video to find out why working for Rocksteady is ‘a musician’s dream!’

Recruitment process

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Application: Congratulations on having a successful application.
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Video Interview: 30 minute interview with our recruitment team *
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Assessment Day: Held regionally, half a day *
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Final Stage: Teaching observation held regionally in school **

* Nothing to prepare for these stages.

** Teaching observations are held in a 2-hour slot, and sent resources in advance to prepare to deliver 2 lessons.

The Role

How many schools will I be working with? 

You’ll be working with up to 10 schools per week.

 

What area will I cover?

Typically, it will be within a 40 minute radius from the centre of the job area.

 

Will I be the only teacher?

Yes, once you have been trained, you will be based on the school site on your own, responsible for taking your bands from first lesson and beyond. You will be supported by travelling managers, mentors, online training resources and all the staff at HQ. You’ll build relationships with your schools, band leaders you meet along the way and the office team. Our regular staff meetings are the perfect way to get to know everyone and share stories and tips with other Band Leaders.

 

What admin is involved? 

Completing your digital registers, keeping our HQ informed of any important information and replying to parent queries take up the majority of the administration. But 95% of your day will be spent in the classroom with instruments!

 

Equipment

Is the equipment provided?

Yes, we will provide everything you need to teach including the instruments, speakers, leads and an iPad. All you will need is transport required to take it to the school.

 

Where are the instruments stored? 

You will be responsible for looking after and storing the equipment each day.

 

How many load ins/ outs per day? 

You’ll have at least one load-in and one load-out per day, but sometimes up to two of each if you’re teaching at different schools in the morning and afternoon.

 

 

What our band leaders say about rocksteady

“I was a singer in a band, I couldn’t believe there was a job out there like this one. I felt a bit weaker on some of the instruments but I’m fine now thanks to all the training.”
ANNA
“I’ve brought my passion for music into my day job and still have time for my own music outside work.”
SAM
“I enjoyed being a music teacher, but when I saw the huge benefits children experienced learning in a band, I knew I had to work for Rocksteady.”
JASON
“I was a singer in a band, I couldn’t believe there was a job out there like this one. I felt a bit weaker on some of the instruments but I’m fine now thanks to all the training.”
ANNA
“I’ve brought my passion for music into my day job and still have time for my own music outside work.”
SAM
“I enjoyed being a music teacher, but when I saw the huge benefits children experienced learning in a band, I knew I had to work for Rocksteady.”
JASON
“I was a singer in a band, I couldn’t believe there was a job out there like this one. I felt a bit weaker on some of the instruments but I’m fine now thanks to all the training.”
ANNA
“I’ve brought my passion for music into my day job and still have time for my own music outside work.”
SAM
“I enjoyed being a music teacher, but when I saw the huge benefits children experienced learning in a band, I knew I had to work for Rocksteady.”
JASON
“I was a singer in a band, I couldn’t believe there was a job out there like this one. I felt a bit weaker on some of the instruments but I’m fine now thanks to all the training.”
ANNA
“I’ve brought my passion for music into my day job and still have time for my own music outside work.”
SAM
“I enjoyed being a music teacher, but when I saw the huge benefits children experienced learning in a band, I knew I had to work for Rocksteady.”
JASON
“I was a singer in a band, I couldn’t believe there was a job out there like this one. I felt a bit weaker on some of the instruments but I’m fine now thanks to all the training.”
ANNA
“I’ve brought my passion for music into my day job and still have time for my own music outside work.”
SAM
“I enjoyed being a music teacher, but when I saw the huge benefits children experienced learning in a band, I knew I had to work for Rocksteady.”
JASON

Training and Support

What does the induction training look like? 

A combination of residential induction, seeing
other Band Leaders, working hands on with a
training manager and bespoke online courses
we’ve created.

 

What ongoing support and training would I receive? 

All Rocksteady Band Leaders benefit from regular regional training events, on-the-job training & mentoring, and a wealth of online resources available through our online staff development portal ‘The Rocksteady Academy’.

Salary/ Bonus/ Mileage/ Holidays

What mileage will I be paid for? 

Band Leaders can claim their mileage back for the travel between schools on days when they have to work at more than one location.

 

How much holiday am I entitled to? 

You will receive an incredible 11+ Weeks of annual leave a year, in line with school holidays.

 

What are the working hours? 

The working hours are roughly 8.00am – 4.00pm,
Monday – Friday, term time only. (The exact
times vary by each individual school).