Overview
Salary: Soulbury 12-15 £56,875 - £61,271 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Location: Workington
Contract: Permanent
About This Opportunity
We are seeking to appoint an experienced music education professional with excellent organisational skills to lead and inspire others. As the Music Service Manager for Cumberland, working as a partner of the Cumbria Music Hub, you will have extensive experience of working with large groups of children and young people in a musical context in and out of schools. The successful candidate will manage a small core team of administrative staff, two team leaders, 10 music teachers and 15 freelance music tutors. The Music Service Manager will work with colleagues in schools and across the SEND, Education and Inclusion Service to raise standards in music education. The successful candidate will also act as the budget holder for the service and be responsible for reporting to the Cumbria Music Hub and the Hub Board. As an advocate for music in schools, the successful candidate will grow the service and its reach into Cumberland Schools. The role includes responsibility for implementing a range of curricular and extracurricular objectives in line with local, regional and national music education communities. This role is available on a permanent basis.
Why join us?
* Relocation support may be available for this role, subject to eligibility.
* A lifestyle you won’t find elsewhere – living and working in Cumbria offers the best of both worlds. You’ll have a fulfilling and rewarding career while being surrounded by landscapes, from the Lake District to coastlines and market towns.
* Supportive environment – You’ll be part of a team that values collaboration, compassion, and innovation. We focus on potential over perfection, giving you opportunities to develop your skills and grow your career.
Who We’re Looking For
We’re looking for individuals who embody our organisation's core values: ambitious, collaborative, compassionate, empowering, and innovative. We believe in the power of these values to drive positive change, deliver excellent public services and shape a better future for our communities. Be sure to take a look at the post specification (below) for the essential criteria for this role.
Contact
For more information about the role or to arrange an informal chat prior to your application, please contact Sue Lowndes by email at sue.lowndes@cumbria.gov.uk.
DBS Checks
This role requires a DBS check. The level of check is Enhanced DBS check with a Children’s Barred List check. This role involves working in regulated activity with Children. It is an offence for people who are barred from working in regulated activity to apply for roles that require them to work unsupervised with Children.
Guaranteed Interviews
We offer a guaranteed interview to applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role, including:
* Those who consider themselves disabled as defined by the Equality Act 2010
* Those in care or who have left care and are aged 24 and under
* Those who identify as a member of the British Armed Forces community (service leavers, veterans, their partners or spouses, reservists, cadets)
If you meet one or more criteria, select yes during your application. Find out more.
Diversity, Inclusion & Adjustments
We’re dedicated to enhancing the diversity of our workforce and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We’re a Disability Confident Leader and an Age Friendly Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please email Resourcing@Cumberland.gov.uk.
Application and Interview Information
* Closing date: 15/05/2026
* Interview dates: 20/05/2026 and 21/05/2026
Please note this role may close early subject to demand. If you’re interested, apply well before the closing date. We cannot accept applications once the role has closed.
Please Read the Supporting Information: Post Specification. Please also refer to our Careers site to find out more:
* Our Staff Benefits
* Candidate Support
* About Cumberland Council
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