Naples Conservatory announces competition for a full-time, permanent AFAM012 Flute teacher.

The San Pietro a Majella Conservatory of Music in Naples has opened a public competition for a full-time, permanent full-time teaching position in the AFAM012 – Flute program, located in Naples. The announcement concerns positions within the Higher Education in Art, Music, and Dance (AFAM) program, a public sector institution, and has been updated with a correction extending the application deadline to 23:59 PM on October 10, 2026. The promoting body is the San Pietro a Majella Conservatory of Music in Naples, a public institution that is part of the AFAM system in Italy. The official INPA page shows the opening and closing status, a useful confirmation for those monitoring the application in real time.

What is it about

This is a public competition based on qualifications and examinations for a full-time, permanent position as a full-time full-time teacher in the AFAM012 sector, namely flute tutor. AFAM123/012 is the internal code identifying the instrumental area in question; specifically, the successful candidate will be responsible for instrumental technique teaching, exam preparation, and participation in the teaching and artistic activities typical of a conservatory. The position follows the National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Education and Research – AFAM sector, with a permanent, full-time contract. The extension of the deadline, approved with a subsequent amendment to the initial announcement, allows candidates to complete the application process by the new deadline.

The professional figure

The AFAM012 – Flute profile represents a high-level teaching position within the AFAM context. Generally speaking, a full-time flute teacher is responsible for:

• technical teaching of the instrument (performance technique, instrumental mastery, educational projects);
• development of interpretative and musical skills, both in individual and ensemble courses;
• accompaniment for concert and examination activities, with attention to historical and contemporary performance practices;
• Educational coordination and supervision of laboratory activities, masterclasses, and artistic projects.

This is a description of the typical function of the AFAM012 category in the higher music education system; it does not replace the specific requirements of the call for applications, which define the conditions necessary for application.

Main requirements

The announcement specifies a series of citizenship, age, physical fitness, and conduct requirements, as well as specific requirements related to teaching in the AFAM sector. The general and common requirements include:

• Italian citizenship or citizenship of an EU member state, or equivalent conditions;
• age between 18 and 69;
• physical fitness to perform duties;
• enjoyment of civil and political rights;
• regularity for military obligations (where applicable);
• not be dismissed or discharged for insufficient performance;
• not having been dismissed from public employment for just cause or other disciplinary reasons.

For EU citizens and non-Italian candidates, possession of civil and political rights in their country of origin is also required. Additionally, the call for applications includes specific alternative requirements regarding seniority or inclusion in national rankings. A correction dated September 10, 2026, redefined the deadlines and timeframe for fulfilling the three-year academic teaching requirement, extending it from the 2018/2019 to 2025/2026 period.

In summary, the requirements aim to ensure that the candidate is ready to perform an advanced role in a context of higher musical education, with an educational and artistic function that entrusts the conservatory with the task of training future professionals in the flute sector.

Contract, headquarters and positions

Position: 1 full-time instructor (AFAM012) – Flute, at the San Pietro a Majella Conservatory of Music, Naples. Contract type: full-time, permanent, covered by the National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Education and Research – AFAM; initial term no less than the period required by industry regulations, with locations and conditions specified in the announcement. Salary amount: not specified in the announcement. The place of employment is the Conservatory's official address: Via San Pietro a Majella 35, 80138 Naples (Campania).

How the selection works

The procedure is divided into exams and qualifications, with a maximum overall score of 100 points. The tests are:

• didactic test: up to 40 points (24/40 pass mark);
• practical test: up to 35 points (passage 21/35);
• theoretical-formative/IT test: up to 30-40 points overall, including an assessment of the use of IT tools and knowledge of the English language.

Additionally, candidates submit a CV and professional and artistic qualifications, which can be worth up to 25 points. To qualify for the qualifications assessment, a minimum score of 50/75 is required in the exams. The table of professional qualifications is designed to highlight experience during the revised period, as indicated in the official text.

The Admissions Committee may establish specific evaluation criteria and publish them at least five days before the start of the exam. The exam schedule will be published by subsequent decree, while the ranking and list of successful candidates remain valid for two years from the date of approval.

Deadline and how to apply

Official deadline: October 10, 2026, at 23:59 PM. The amendment of September 10, 2026, reopened the application process; according to INPA, the status of the procedure is "Open" as of the current deadline. Applications must be submitted exclusively online, through the INPA Single Recruitment Portal, after registration and authentication with SPID, CIE, or CNS. No other methods are permitted. If you have already submitted your application before the amendment, it remains valid, with the possibility of modification or additions by the new deadline.

Documentation and Attachments: The application must include a CV on INPA, a certified email address and contact information, and Attachments A and B (self-certifications of academic and service qualifications, artistic, cultural, and professional qualifications). Additional qualifications may be added (Annex C) as indicated in the call for applications. Foreign qualifications must be recognized by the deadline; for services provided to European institutions, certificates of service with translation and original declaration are required.

What to check before submitting your application

Before proceeding, please check:

• the updated INPA page for application status and closing date;
• possession of the general and specific requirements during the period available for teaching (three academic years, if applicable to your profile, as foreseen in the amended announcement);
• of having submitted the application exclusively through INPA and used SPID/CIE/CNS for access;
• to attach all required documentation (A, B, any Annexes C) and to update any necessary certifications;
• that their service or salary situation is in line with the disciplinary and integrity requirements required by the public administration.

The official INPA page provides operational guidelines and details on the evaluation criteria. If in doubt, it is advisable to consult the announcement directly on the Conservatory website or on INPA to avoid submission errors or exclusions due to formal irregularities.

Final note: What to know before submitting your application

The announcement provides a general outline of remuneration and teaching rights, referring to applicable contractual provisions and collective bargaining agreements. There is no specific salary amount specified in the announcement; for financial details, please refer to the National Collective Bargaining Agreement for Education and Research – AFAM. There are no reservations or joint procedures with other institutions; the ranking may be used to fill any full-time or fixed-term positions during the validity of the ranking.

In short, those seeking employment in the music field with a specialization in flute will be able to benefit from a public procedure entrusted to a historic conservatory in Naples. This is an opportunity for musicians and teachers who wish to consolidate their academic careers in a context of excellence, with a procedure that values ​​both artistic performance and qualifications and experience gained in the AFAM sector.

Offer source: InPA.