Head of Learning, Centre for Young Musicians
Part of the Guildhall Young Artists network, Centre for Young Musicians (CYM) offers music provision to talented young people from all backgrounds in a thriving musical environment. As a Centre for Advanced Training under the Department for Education’s National Grant for Music and Dance, CYM is a key provider of instrumental, vocal and ensemble tuition in London.
Our Saturday school and holiday courses provide a sustained and progressive route from early stages of learning through to music college entrance. Children start on our primary years programme (age 5 upwards) progressing to the Full Programme (ages 8–18). CYM also manages the London Schools Symphony Orchestra and London Youth Wind Band holiday courses, combining a rich history with bold, forward‑thinking ambition.
Role Summary
We are seeking an inspirational and dynamic leader to join CYM as Head of Learning. This key senior role works closely with the Head of CYM to shape and deliver the Centre’s educational vision and strategy for a community of over 500 young musicians, while supporting CYM’s continued development, ambition and growth.
Responsibilities
* Provide strategic and educational leadership across CYM, contributing to the Centre’s educational vision and priorities.
* Lead curriculum and programme design, review and development.
* Line‑manage Heads of Department and support staff development.
* Lead quality assurance, monitoring, evaluation and the use of data.
* Oversee timetabling and student learning pathways across the Centre.
* Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
* Work collaboratively across CYM, the Guildhall Young Artists network and the wider Guildhall School.
The post-holder will be a key member of CYM’s senior leadership team and will deputise for the Head of CYM as required.
Essential Requirements
* Significant leadership experience in a music education or specialist learning setting.
* Strong experience of curriculum or programme design, delivery and evaluation.
* Experience line‑managing staff, including recruitment, induction and appraisal.
* Clear commitment to inclusion, widening participation and supporting progression for students from under‑represented backgrounds.
* Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
* Sound understanding of safeguarding and student wellbeing.
Work Pattern
Tuesday to Saturday during CYM term time; Monday to Friday outside term time. The role requires flexibility to attend occasional rehearsals and concerts on evenings and weekends, with time given in lieu.
Additional Information
This role requires an Enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of staff benefits, including a pension scheme, season ticket, cycle‑to‑work scheme, free access to museums and galleries, retail discounts, healthcare, on‑site cafés and restaurants, an Employee Assistance Programme, trained Mental Health First Aiders, and access to the City of London and Barbican staff networks.
For an informal conversation about the role, please e‑mail Bryan Welton, Head of CYM, at Bryan.Welton@gsmd.ac.uk.
Closing date: Tuesday 13 January at 9 am. Applications must be completed through the online form; late applications will not be accepted.
Interview Dates
* 1st Round (panel interview) – w/c 19 January
* CYM visit for candidates progressing to 2nd Round – Saturday 24 January
* 2nd Round (panel interview) – w/c 26 January
Contact
Alternatively, please contact the Corporate Recruitment Unit on 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9268. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under‑represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.
Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
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