Music Teaching Essentials

At the MU, we provide specialist support and essential guidance for teaching musicians across the UK.

Last updated: 15 August 2024

Essential resources for music teaching

Safeguarding Guide

Learn about safeguarding best practice in music lessons to create a secure environment for your pupils to learn in

Public Liability Insurance for Teachers

If you teach music in a school, public liability insurance is vital. Learn how PLI works and why you need it throughout your career

Health & Safety Information

Whether you teach music at home, in schools or in private venues, you should know your rights and responsibilities regarding health and safety

The Schools Printed Music Licence

We explain everything you need to know about the Schools Printed Music Licence and what music teachers need to do.

Observations Advice

Expecting a lesson observation soon? The MU can help you prepare for observations and know what to expect

Teaching Music Online

Practical advice for online music teachers, including teaching groups and MU advice on safeguarding

Charter for VMTs

How schools and visiting music teachers can work together effectively

Member-only advice for music teachers

VAT for Musicians Who Teach

Value Added Tax guidance for musicians who teach, lead educational workshops, coach ensembles, and conduct youth orchestras, choirs and bands.

Copyright

What you need to know when using music as part of your music teaching practice.

UKGDPR and Information Rights

Detailed UKGDPR and Information Rights information for music teachers

Supporting your work as a music teacher and advocating for music education

The Musicians’ Union has a strong community of music teachers and lecturers, with over 13,000 members in our dedicated music education network. Here’s how the MU can support your work in music education, from contract advice and legal assistance to rates of pay, professional development opportunities and access to music education for everyone.

Get support as a music teacher through MU membership

The MU has a strong community of teaching musicians, with over 13,500 members. We advise music teachers on specific topics, including pay and contractual issues. Through our resources and employment advice, we support and create careers in music teaching.

Teaching resources for MU members

Explore the MU's music teaching advice
Access musician professional indemnity insurance
Get discount on Enhanced DBS Checks
Access our joint partnership offer with NEU, UCU and EIS
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Get support as a music teacher through MU membership

Contact the Musicians' Union today

The MU has a network of experienced teams available to help musicians in all areas of the industry. If you have any questions about our services, membership or how the MU could help you, please don't hesitate to get in touch.

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