The information in this section takes you through the application process of becoming an Associate.

Application sequence & process

1. Person contacts Swindon Music Service and expresses interest in becoming an associate vweston@smscio.co.uk
2. We will then arrange an interview and performance (also conceding of a model lesson to a beginner – we will provide the beginner and the instrument)
3. We will send you an Application form  via WeTransfer.  Once you have completed this form, send it back to us Via WeTransfer 
4. Follow the interview,  we will then check:
   1. Teacher and others prohibited from the profession list (using surname or TRN if applicable)
   2. DBS Children’s Barred List

If the interview is successful, the applicant will then be asked to provide the follow:

Applicant send us proof via WeTransfer

• PLI Certificate
• DBS (** If they do not have a DBS or are not signed up to the update service they must apply before sending in application **)
• ID Documents
• Safeguarding Training Certificate (if you  have one, send a copy of the up-to-date certificate – if not we will send you an online course to be completed)
• Applicant then  signs Ts & Cs
• They indicate if they would like safeguarding training (If they don’t have an up to date certificate)
• Applicants provide their Safeguarding policy.
• Applicant supplies photo ID and right to work in the UK and proof of their address

Creating a Profile of the Associate Directory

To create a profile of the online Associate Directory, th applicant will be sent an email to log in to complete the information.

How to use WeTransfer