Vacancies

Chetham’s is home to three extraordinary places in the heart of Manchester – Chetham’s School of Music, Chetham’s Library, and The Stoller Hall – and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together. We believe in the power of music and creativity to unite people, and we are committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of musicians and thinkers. If you can help us achieve our vision, we want to hear from you.

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Instrumental Tutor (Cello)

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking an Instrumental Tutor (Cello) to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in Manchester City Centre. Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester.

The Job

• We are seeking an exceptional tutor of Cello with proven pedagogical experience at the highest of standards. You will be working in the UK’s largest specialist music school and will be committed to the education and development of exceptionally talented young people.
• Primarily focussing on 1-2-1 tuition of 1st study students (aged 8-18), the ideal candidate will have a significant depth of experience in developing students’ holistic musical education. Preferred candidates would also have experience of chamber coaching, working with students to an advanced level in small and medium sized ensembles.
• Chetham’s believes in creating robust, rounded and relevant musicians of the future. We value tutors who share our aim to support students in achieving musical and personal breadth in tandem with technical proficiency.
• This role is initially for c.6 hours per week (remainder of the 24/25 academic year). Hours are assigned on an annual basis dependent upon student intake and school needs.

In return

• Hourly rate dependent on experience.
• Benefits including free catered lunches during term time and free tickets to concerts.

Download: Job Description and Person Specification
Download: Application Form

Application deadline: 9am, Friday 29th November 2024
Interview date: WC Monday 9th December by negotiation

For further information please contact hr@chethams.com

Please ensure that you download and save the application form to your computer before completing the form, as completing within your browser may result in information not being saved.

Please send your completed application form to hr@chethams.com

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo Child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg Charity 526702

Front of House Manager

Chetham’s is a unique cultural institution and charity in the heart of Manchester combining music, education, and heritage. We are home to three extraordinary places – Chetham’s School of Music, Chetham’s Library, and The Stoller Hall – and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together.

Our main 482 seat venue is modern and purpose built, and our whole team pride themselves in the variety of events delivered, our excellent team and team working, and the excellent artist, client and audience experiences that we facilitate.

The Job:

• We are looking for someone with proven excellent people skills to manage our front of house experience and staff, taking general operational responsibility for events, including staffing as well as oversight of risk assessments and venue health and safety.
• We are looking for a minimum hours commitment of 21 hours a week (preferably 28 hours a week), with the option to work additional hours on top.
• Part time salaried role with flexible working patterns
• Start date ASAP, subject to relevant checks

In Return:

• Paid SCP 21-23 £30,322 – £31,955 FTE per annum pro rata
• Work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends
• Have access to free catered lunches during term time, and free tickets to selected concerts
• Free onsite parking when working on events

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Fran Healey, Creative Commercial Director: franhealey@chethams.com

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 7 January 2025

Interviews will take place in person: w/c 13 January 2025

Download: Job Description and Person Specification

Download: Application Form

For further information please contact Human resources HR@chethams.com

Please ensure that you download and save the application form to your computer before completing the form, as completing within your browser may result in information not being saved.

Please send your completed application form to HR@chethams.com

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702

School Library Assistant

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a School Library Assistant to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in city centre Manchester. Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester.

The Job:

• We are seeking an enthusiastic School Library Assistant to join our team in the School’s Learning Resource Centre.
• Required December 2024 or ASAP thereafter (checks dependent).
• 8 hours per week.
• The shifts involved are term-time Friday evenings 1630-2100 (approximately 26 sessions per year), and term-time Sundays 1330-1800 (approximately 24 sessions per year).
• Knowledge of music is essential as is experience of dealing with young people.

In return
• You will be paid £11.44 per hour
• Have access to free catered lunches during term time and free tickets to selected concerts

Closing date: 9am, Thursday 21st November 2024

Interviews will take place in person: w/c 25th November 2024

Download: Job Description and Person Specification

Download: Application Form

For further information please contact Human resources HR@chethams.com

Please ensure that you download and save the application form to your computer before completing the form, as completing within your browser may result in information not being saved.

Please send your completed application form to HR@chethams.com

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702

Deputy Head of House (job share) with additional House Assistant hours

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Deputy Head of House to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in city centre Manchester.  Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester. We need outstanding people to come and be part of the school and to build upon the good standards that already exist.

The job

  • We are looking for a professional Deputy Head of House to supervise the day-to-day care and boarding routines of the students. This role is suited to people who have worked in a Boarding School environment or similar residential setting (accommodation is provided on site).
  • The working pattern will be five shifts a week on a rota basis. Up to two of these shifts will involve working as a house assistant and the remaining three or four will involve working in the deputy capacity. The five shifts include some work in evenings and at weekends, term time only.

 In return

  • Salary range £16,776 – £17,602 pro-rata (£33,553 – £35,2024 FTE) per annum, anticipated pro rata 0.5 open to discussion. Additional House Assistant hours payable at £11.44 per hour and enhanced weekend rate payable at £14.34 per hour.
  • Benefits including free catered lunches during term time, on site gym and free tickets to concerts.

Please note that suitable applicants may be invited for interview before the deadline date, candidates are therefore encouraged to apply at the earliest opportunity.

Closing date: Wednesday 20th November 2024 at 9am

Interviews will be held in person: W/C Monday 18th November 2024

Download: Job Description and Person Specification

Download: Application Form

Please ensure that you download and save the application form to your computer before completing the form, as completing within your browser may result in information not being saved.

Please send your completed application form to HR@chethams.com

Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702

All roles

Please accept our thanks for your application.  We’re, unfortunately, unable to respond to all applications received.  Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the School and invited to interview.  Except for cases where vacancies are open ended, we aim to make contact with successful applicants within three weeks of the specified closing date.

The recruitment process and associated paperwork is in line with the standard regarding safeguarding children and safer recruitment in education.

Any successful candidates(s) will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check for regulated activity.  You will need to declare any unfiltered convictions, cautions or reprimands, warnings or bind-overs which you have ever had and give details of the offences.

Chetham’s School of Music is committed to increasing diversity and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. Please let us know if you have any special requirements in the interview process.

Please read this information alongside applications for ALL jobs with Chetham’s School of Music.

You may also be interested in looking at jobs advertised with The Stoller Hall

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– ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
– communicating and promoting vacancies
– offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
– anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
– supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work
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