There is still time for prospective candidates wishing to be part of this year's Brass Foundations Future Leaders' Programme, to apply to take part in the inspirational programme.
Brass Band England is encouraging musicians, tutors, band trainers and Music Hub staff to consider being part of a specialist professional development opportunity designed to instil confidence in and strengthen the quality of beginner brass teaching across the country.
The closing date is Friday 12th June.
RSL Level 3
The course is scaffolded around the RSL Level 3 Certificate in Supporting Music and Performing Arts Learning. Across a year of study, participants receive specialist training in pedagogy, safeguarding, inclusive practice, and session planning, alongside personalised one-to-one mentorship.
Importantly, the programme is not aimed solely at experienced educators. The first cohort included Music Hub staff, self-employed tutors, community volunteers, band trainers and recent graduates, all united by a desire to improve their practice and increase their confidence in working with beginners.
Across a year of study, participants receive specialist training in pedagogy, safeguarding, inclusive practice, and session planning, alongside personalised one-to-one mentorshipBBE
Practical tools
It is therefore aimed offering those with some experience in an education or community youth music setting, a way to build confidence, develop and refresh skills, and refine approaches to inclusive music leadership.
The programme also provides practical tools tailored to working with children and young people in brass bands and community ensembles.
Get in touch
Speaking about its importance, Brass Foundations Manager Sheila Allen stated: "If any prospective candidates want to discuss the programme, entry requirements and application process I would encourage them to get in touch. We want to make the programmes and the process as accessible as possible."
An information brochure, packed full of all the what's, when's and how's you need to know, is available to view and download on the Brass Bands England website.
https://bbe.org.uk/future-leaders
Apply now
Applications close on Friday 12th June (9.00am), with candidate interviews in the final week of the month.
Successful candidates will be notified the first full week in July. Any questions about the programme can be directed to futureleaders@bbe.org.uk
The total fee cost is £800 + VAT for BBE members, a subsidised fee made possible through Arts Council England. This is payable either in full 14 days after acceptance, or in three instalments across the first three months.
