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Package Description: An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced snare drumming instructor to join Dollar Academy’s successful pipe band programme. We seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated and influential character with a professional approach to join our team of like-minded staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering one-to-one tuition to pupils […]
Package Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced snare drumming instructor to join Dollar Academy’s successful pipe band programme.
We seek an enthusiastic, highly motivated and influential character with a professional approach to join our team of like-minded staff.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering one-to-one tuition to pupils aged 7-18. This role would also include the responsibility of mentoring the Novice A Pipe Band drum section. The running of group sessions and band practice will also be required.
Candidates should show strengths in many practical areas and have a strong track record in both pipe bands and solo drumming. Along with these core skills, a firm understanding, experience and passion for teaching the instrument is essential.
As well as term time tuition, candidates will be expected to commit to weekend contest dates throughout the indoor and outdoor contest season at local and major
championships. Summer practice sessions will also need to be attended.
Support and guidance will be given to our successful candidate by our Head of Pipe Bands and other pipe band staff. With this in mind, the candidate will have to be able to work well within this team and communicate effectively with staff, pupils and parents.
The successful applicant will be self-employed and will submit monthly invoices to the Academy. It is expected that the appointment will require a commitment of two days per week, initially, although this may increase.
All appointments at Dollar Academy are subject to satisfactory clearance through the Disclosure Scotland Protection of Vulnerable Groups Scheme, and the Academy will arrange and pay for an application to be made.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on Monday 18th August 2025.
About Dollar Academy
Dollar Academy has been a co-educational day and boarding school since its foundation in 1818. Today, it provides an exceptional all-round education to around 1,350 pupils aged 5-18. Our focus is on encouraging the individual talents and ambitions of every young person, in a positive and supportive environment that fosters the development of transferable skills, self-confidence and strong personal values. A belief in developing the whole person is central to the Dollar ethos.
We have recently been named as the Sunday Times Scottish Independent School of the Year 2024.
The Academy is very much at the heart of the town – it is a major local employer and values highly its relationship with the wider community. The school itself is a friendly, supportive, hardworking and committed community of staff and pupils who enjoy cordial, professional and productive working relationships.
The school’s location is undoubtedly one of the most scenic in the country, set against the Ochil Hills and the historic Castle Campbell, but within easy reach of the major towns of the Central Belt and just 40 minutes from Edinburgh Airport. The Dollar community is welcoming and vibrant. The whole school sits within a single, stunning 70-acre campus.
Our Values
Work Hard
Hard work leads to success, creativity and innovation. Our pupils and staff demonstrate a strong work ethic, with ambition and excellence being encouraged. We want everyone to strive to be the best they can.
Get Involved
There is a very wide range of subjects and activities on offer at Dollar and teachers work hard to make lessons interesting. Involvement and participation in all aspects of school and community life build confidence and resilience, whilst also allowing our youngsters to try new things and develop their passion.
Be Kind
‘Kindness’ is no trite playground buzzword; it demands an even higher level of behavioural engagement than tolerance or respect. We believe in a positive and generous approach, in collaboration and cooperation, and in leadership that is about compassion and service.
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