Part time Music tutors for SEN and Mindlift Adults

Discover yourself in Lewisham where what you do makes a difference to our vibrant and culturally diverse communities !

We have a rich history of welcoming people from all over the world and are proud to be recognised as the UK’s first Borough of Sanctuary, for our work in championing the rights of refugees and migrant

Join our Supported Learning and Mindlift Team at Adult Learning Lewisham! 

The Role

Are you a passionate musician who loves to share your skills and bring people together through music? We’re looking for an experienced and committed music tutor to teach range of creative and inspiring courses for adults.

What you’ll teach (one or more of the subjects below or similar)

• Songwriting and composition
• Drumming workshops
• Collaborative sounds
• Rhythm and grooves

Each course runs for 11 weeks per term, with weekly 2-hour sessions, delivered to groups of ten adult learners at the Brockley Rise Centre. Delivery days/times will be arranged based on your availability.

Who You’Ll Teach

You will be teaching adults with mental health conditions or additional learning support needs within mixed ability groups, from complete beginners to returning learners who want to build on past experience.

Who we are looking for

We’Re Looking For Someone Who:

• has a strong background in music tuition across a range of styles and group settings
• has experience (or willingness to develop skills) in supporting adults with additional needs
• has a patient, inclusive, and flexible teaching approach and is committed to delivering high-quality, engaging sessions
• brings creativity, patience and energy to every session
• enjoys making music accessible to all abilities
• wants to make a real difference to others through music.

If you’re passionate about making music accessible, inspiring creativity, and supporting learners of all abilities, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary Details

£34.72 Per Hour

Further Information

Lewisham Borough Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment.  We value diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.

Further information about Adult Learning Lewisham can be found in our online course listing www.lewisham.gov.uk/adultlearning 

The post is subject to an enhanced DBS.

• CVs will not be accepted
• To apply please click on 'apply here. 
• For a full job description and person specification please click here
• https://lewisham.gov.uk/-/media/jobs/Adult%20Learning/JD%20and%20PS%20Tutor

For Any Questions, Contact:

Ruhsar Osman, Curriculum Leader- ruhsar.osman@lewisham.gov.uk

Closing date: Sunday 2nd November 2025 at 11:59pm

Applicant handbook- please read the guidance in this handbook when applying. It is essential that you complete the application fully and that your supporting statement covers how you meet each of the person specification criteria listed. 

Diversity

Lewisham Council is a Disability Confident employer. We welcome and encourage job applications of all abilities. If you require any reasonable adjustments in the application or interview, please contact the lead contact on this advert. We will make reasonable adjustments to make sure our disabled applicants and those with health conditions are supported throughout our recruitment process. We support the access to work scheme, further details are available at www.gov.uk/access-to-work/apply 

The Council has a dedicated employment support service, Lewisham Works, which offers Lewisham residents guidance in relation to applying for jobs. If you want to join Lewisham Works, please email  JobsAndSkills@lewisham.gov.uk and an advisor will be in touch with you.  

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early if there is a large response.

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