Southend on Sea City Council is a Unitary local authority, providing vital services to meet the needs of the local community. We employ around 1,800 staff who are working alongside our partners and local communities to deliver the city vision and make lives better for the people of Southend.

Working for Southend on Sea City Council offers a challenging and rewarding career in local government within a collaborative and innovate environment, with the benefit of flexible working practices to support a positive work life balance. As a Unitary Authority we are responsible for all local government functions ranging from social services, transport, public health and parks through to planning, trading standards, community safety and education, so we offer a wide range of career opportunities. The diversity of our economy and communities and investment in a number of exciting regeneration projects makes our Council a great place to work, learn and make a difference.

About Music on Sea

Southend Music Service ‘Music on Sea’ is committed to supporting the delivery of and providing high musical opportunities to children and young people across Southend City Council. We believe that all children and young people should have the opportunity to learn to sing, play an instrument and create music together, as well as have the opportunity to progress their musical interests and talent, including through professional pathways.

Music on Sea aims to support schools and other education settings to deliver high quality music education. We strive to support young people to further develop their musical interest and talent, including into employment. This includes support and opportunities for all children and young people to engage with a range of musical opportunities, both in and outside of school. We do this through communication, participation, opportunity, excellence, accessibility, collaboration and enjoyment. We are funded by the Department of Education; our grant is administered by Arts Council England (ACE) to create more opportunities for children and young people to get involved in music. Music Hubs are already working with 80% of schools in England, meaning that around one million children and young people are learning a musical instrument. 

As Music Tutor, you will:

• Be an enthusiastic music educator to support all children and young people to access high quality music education opportunities across different age ranges and schools.

• Use your excellent technical knowledge of your chosen instrument(s) and strong general musical understanding to communicate effectively with pupils.

• Apply strong classroom management skills and experience when delivering curriculum-based whole-class instruction.

• Be inclusive and responsive to meeting pupil needs. You will work with students of varying competences from beginners to those preparing for high level ABRSM and Trinity examinations.

• Communicate effectively, meet deadlines and establish good relationships with schools and partners.

What you Bring

• Understanding and experience of instrument/vocal instruction as an enthusiastic music educator who can work flexibly with different age ranges and schools: the ability to engage young people and effectively communicate your love of music. 

• Administration and support systems: a commitment to making music education accessible and high-quality for every child and young person. This will include proactive management of workload in schools to enable communications, traded services and projects to be delivered effectively.

• Communication:  Strong relationship building skills and a communication style, both verbal and written, to support service duties are met.

• Agility: Flexibility and adaptability to work with different age ranges, schools, and settings. Willingness to travel across Southend and work in various settings. Working may fall outside the typical working day (as agreed).

New tutors have included: 

• Educators with previous school-based or private instrumental teaching experience. 
• Students and graduates from leading conservatoires and music colleges. 

• Professionals from contemporary music and music business backgrounds. 

To be considered for this post candidates must have the ability to play or teach an instrument.

We are looking specifically for tutors with specialisms in strings (upper and lower), brass, woodwind and vocal

When joining the council, you can enjoy a range of benefits including: 25 days annual leave, flexible working and excellent training and development opportunities. They are committed to ensuring that you are supported in this varied and challenging role with the appropriate level of training. A full list of benefits provided by Southend Council can be viewed on the "Why Work For Us?" tab.

If you are interested in this role, please click 'apply online' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Please also include a one page supporting statement please 

We encourage you to find out more by reaching out to Kitt Garner on KittGarner@southend.gov.uk

If you would like a copy the Job Description, please Click Here

Please note that a DBS is required for this role.

This advert will close and shortlisting will commence at midday on 12^th January 2026

Interviews will take place on 19^th January 2026 at The Civic Centre, Victoria Avenue

Please note: Applications for this vacancy may close prior to the date advertised above so you are advised to apply as soon as you are able to.

The Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications, regardless of race, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, age or religion or belief.