Music Programme Manager

The David Ross Education Trust is looking to recruit a Music Programme Manager to oversee the coordination and ongoing development of an ambitious, inspiring programme of curricular and co-curricular music across 36 state primary and secondary schools across the East Midlands, London, Yorkshire and the Humber.

The Music Programme Manager role is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to use their organisation skills, creative thinking and attention to detail to help us develop and shape musical opportunities for over 14,500 students each year. You will be part of the small DRET Music team, working very closely with the Executive Director of Music, Primary and Secondary Music Leads, as well as working directly with schools, school music teachers and a team of musicians-in-residence. You will be someone who is adept at prioritising complex workloads, supporting on the co-ordination and delivery of a range of programmes, events and trips; and will be equally at home working independently as working within a team.

Above all, you will be enthusiastic as we are about the transforming power of music education and will share our belief that all children and young people deserve the highest quality music education in school.

About the role

The role will commence in February 2025 and is based at Malcolm Arnold Academy in Northampton – with the possibility of some remote working by prior agreement. There is the requirement to travel to various DRET and concert venues – so access to transport or a vehicle is essential.

Full particulars are available in the Job Description and further information is available about the DRET Music Programme on our website.

This is a full-time (37 hours per week), permanent role – working year-round.

Attendance is required at final rehearsals and concerts/services organised by DRET (approximately 15 per year) with time off in lieu arranged.

Salary & Benefits

• £28,624 per annum (NJC14)

• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

• 31 days annual leave plus statutory holidays

• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme

• Awards and Recognition Scheme

• Flexible working patterns

Benefits Platform : holiday discounts : cinema tickets : restaurant booking discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click "here".

Please submit your application by 10 am on Tuesday 7th January 2025. Please note: early applications are strongly advised as we will be reviewing applications on an ongoing basis and this advert may close earlier than advertised.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.