Mini Music Band Early Years Practitioner
Team Up Closing date: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
- Part time
- £20k-£25k
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
This is a creative, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys leading sessions, performing, and bringing music to life for young children.
Salary: £30-£44 per session (dependent on qualifications and experience)
What You'll Do:
1. You will lead and deliver weekly music sessions.
2. You will adapt lesson plans as necessary to suit the needs of your class.
3. Ideally bring and play your own instrument during sessions (e.g. guitar, ukulele, keyboard), but this is not mandatory.
4. Lead group singing, rhythm activities, and movement-based musical play.
5. Set up and prepare the session space in advance.
6. Source simple props (e.g. shakers, scarves) where needed.
7. Deliver engaging, age-appropriate musical activities.
8. Welcome families and create a warm, inclusive atmosphere.
9. Take attendance and complete session registers/forms.
10. Support smooth running of the session from start to finish.
11. Support with toilet trips throughout, and a group trip after each session if needed.
What Makes This Different
Be part of a growing, community-led model for families
A chance to lead your own music sessions with creative freedom
Flexible, session-based work
A focus on joy, connection, and early years development
Experience & Training
We are looking for individuals who:
Can confidently play an instrument and/or lead songs (one of these skills is essential)
Are comfortable singing in front of groups
Have experience working with young children or families
Are confident leading small groups
Are creative, organised, and proactive
Have an interest in early years development (e.g. communication, rhythm, movement)
Are warm, reliable, and engaging
Commitment
Sessions run weekly (consistent commitment required)
Each session lasts 90 minutes (including prep)
Job Requirements
We are looking for individuals who:
Can confidently play an instrument and/or lead songs (one of these skills is essential)
Are comfortable singing in front of groups
Have experience working with young children or families
Are confident leading small groups
Are creative, organised, and proactive
Have an interest in early years development (e.g. communication, rhythm, movement)
Are warm, reliable, and engaging
Job Responsibilities
1. You will lead and deliver weekly music sessions.
2. You will adapt lesson plans as necessary to suit the needs of your class.
3. Ideally bring and play your own instrument during sessions (e.g. guitar, ukulele,
keyboard), but this is not mandatory.
4. Lead group singing, rhythm activities, and movement-based musical play.
5. Set up and prepare the session space in advance.
6. Source simple props (e.g. shakers, scarves) where needed.
7. Deliver engaging, age-appropriate musical activities.
8. Welcome families and create a warm, inclusive atmosphere.
9. Take attendance and complete session registers/forms.
10. Support smooth running of the session from start to finish.
11. Support with toilet trips throughout, and a group trip after each session if needed.
Job Overview
- Job Title: Mini Music Band Early Years Practitioner
- Salary: £20k-£25k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Music
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Fri, 13 Nov 2026
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Location:
London
How to Apply
To apply, email your CV to: [email protected]
Application deadline: 9am 13th November 2026.
- Contact name: Ellie Sergiou
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Team Up
Team Up works to reduce the widening attainment gap in education.
Our inspirational volunteers work in primary and secondary schools across London and the South, providing small-group tuition to disadvantaged 9- to 16-year-olds.
More recently, Team Up deliver Early Years support through our Mini Music Band sessions in local primary schools and family hubs. Mini Music Band offers joyful musical storytelling experiences which are thoughtfully designed to support early years development.