Graduate Music Assistant
Term Time, Fixed Term
A fantastic opportunity has arisen to work at Loughborough Schools Music Department, recently finalists in the Outstanding Music Department of the Year Award. We are seeking to appoint a Graduate Music Assistant to work term-time only from September 2025 until July 2026 (11 months).
In this position you will gain extensive experience working with aspiring and ambitious young musicians towards high quality performances in this large and vibrant music department. We have several pupils in a number of national ensembles, and many of our top scholars go on to attend the country's most prestigious conservatoires and universities to read music.
The Graduate Music Assistant will be a versatile and accomplished pianist, with strong sight-reading skills, and will need to be able to work closely and cooperatively with staff and pupils alike to maintain high standards in our exceptionally busy schedule of concerts and other musical events. Elements of the role will include piano accompaniment for exams and concerts, delivering theory and aural sessions along with some administration.
There will also be opportunities for you to contribute to the broader life of the Loughborough Schools, based on your particular strengths and interests.
The post offers a salary of circa £19,000 per annum and carries with it an attractive benefits package. Applicants should be prepared to work flexible hours.
We are delighted to be able to offer on-site accommodation in return for boarding duties. For further details about the role please read the on the website.
For more information, view the recruitment brochure below. To apply, click Apply Online and complete the application form and complete the supporting information section as fully as possible including the names of two referees.
Closing date for receipt of applications: 14 May 2025
As part of the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to redeployment, please note that this vacancy may be withdrawn at any stage of the recruitment process if a suitable internal applicant is identified.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.