Position No: 861982

Applications Close: 30/10/2026 5:00 PM

Occupation: Music

Work Type: Casual

About BGS

Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar School is an Anglican School passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. We are proud of the solid traditions of our School, many of which are underpinned by our emphasis on developing a love of music amongst our students.

All of our students participate in our compulsory music program from ELC through to Year 8, with the option for boys to continue with their music as an elective in their senior years. Our students are provided the opportunity to participate in ensembles/choirs and our instrumental program is very active.

The role

We are seeking a talented and accomplished casual Trumpet Tutor to join the Brass team within our Music Department one day per week, commencing in Term 1 2027. The successful candidate will need to work on Tuesdays.

As a Trumpet Tutor, you will be part of a team responsible for delivering lessons to individuals and groups of students of a variety of ages across our Junior and Secondary Schools. The ability to also teach other brass instruments, including euphonium, French horn and tuba would be highly desirable for this role, as would experience in ensemble conducting.

Key Requirements For This Role Include

- Relevant skills and experience in musicianship and tutelage of the trumpet in a school environment.
- Advanced skills as a Trumpet Tutor and experience as an ensemble Director/Assistant.
- Current experience facilitating brass lessons with students at all levels.
- A demonstrated ability to develop positive relationships and engage with students of all ages and abilities.
- A demonstrated ability to enthuse,



motivate and encourage students to participate in solo performances and School Music ensembles.
- A current Working with Children Check and a National Criminal Record Check (police check) is essential for this position. Should you not have these current checks, you would be expected to apply for them should you be successful in securing the position.

Why work for us?

- Be involved in our growing instrumental music program.
- Instil a love of music amongst our students.
- Supportive and high performing team environment.
- Opportunity for ensemble direction/assistance.

We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar School and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff by watching a short video here: Work at Brighton Grammar School. Want to find out more?

To view the position description for the role, click on the link below. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via [email protected] To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be redirected to our secure online recruitment portal.

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 30 October, 2026. Please note: shortlisting and interviewing will commence prior to the application closing date as we would like to finalise this appointment ASAP!

Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Attachments

- Instrumental Music Tutor_November2024.pdf

📌 Music Tutor - Trumpet (Melbourne)
🏢 Brighton Grammar School
📍 Melbourne