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Choral Director – Education
London (with travel throughout the local area)
Choral Director – Education
London (with travel throughout the local area)
The Organisation
Our client is a faith-based charity.
They seek to positively impact the lives of all members of society.
They are now looking for a Choral Director to join them on a part-time, fixed-term basis, working 15 hours per week on a 12-month contract, with travel throughout the area, with a particular focus on Hertfordshire.
The Benefits
* Salary of £30,000 per annum (pro rata)
* 23 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time)
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
* Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
* Salary exchange (salary sacrifice) for pension
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Vouchers for free eye tests and contribution towards glasses
* Life assurance/Death in Service benefit
* Discounts on a wide range of products via Reward Gateway
This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced choral director to nurture young voices and make a meaningful contribution to the musical and spiritual life of children through singing and worship.
You’ll benefit from the flexibility of a part-time role, working within a supportive diocesan team and drawing on the expertise of a highly respected existing music network.
What’s more, you’ll be part of a collaborative and purpose-driven environment, where your talents will help shape joyful, faith-filled experiences in schools and parishes across the area.
So, if you're ready to share your musical gifts and inspire the next generation, read on and apply today.
The Role
As a Choral Director, you will lead the delivery of a children’s singing programme.
Specifically, you will deliver in-class singing sessions and assemblies, develop after-school choirs, and encourage pupil participation in liturgical music. You will identify schools and communities to benefit from the programme and build strong relationships to ensure its success.
You will also provide local continuing professional development (CPD) for teachers to boost their confidence in leading singing and contribute to the broader development of our client’s vision for liturgical music.
Additionally, you will:
* Support schools in preparing pupils for worship
* Foster links between schools and communities
* Co-ordinate music provision for collective worship
* Deliver inspiring sessions that are inclusive and accessible
About You
To be considered as a Choral Director, you will need:
* Proven experience directing choirs and working with young singers
* Knowledge of sacred and secular choral music
* Knowledge of IT and music notation software
* Effective choral direction techniques and warm-ups
* Strong communication and organisational skills
* Confidence in managing varied responsibilities across multiple sites
* The ability to work independently and collaboratively
* A full, driving licence and willingness to travel
Please note, this role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.
Other organisations may call this role Singing Programme Director, School Choir Leader, Diocesan Music Co-ordinator, or Liturgical Music Facilitator.
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