Choral Director

Summary:

Join a school’s Choral Director role and shape a vibrant musical tradition.

About the School:

A school with a rich heritage and strong commitment to co-curricular excellence, offering a supportive and inspiring environment for both students and staff.

The Opportunity:

As a Choral Director, you will lead and develop a well-established choral programme that is central to the school’s identity. This role offers the opportunity to direct choirs, shape music for services in a historic abbey, and work with talented and dedicated students in a setting that values both excellence and participation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and lead a range of choirs, including the School Choir and Chamber Choir.
• Shape and prepare music for regular services in a historic abbey and other performances throughout the year.
• Collaborate closely with the Director of Music and the wider department.
• Support and develop talented students with strong choral backgrounds.
• Work with regular accompanists and use excellent facilities to deliver high-quality musical experiences.
• Manage a part-time schedule with a focus on evenings and Sundays.
• Engage in a musical life that is both ambitious and central to the school’s identity.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in choral direction and leadership.
• Strong musical background and experience in directing choirs.
• Ability to work effectively with students and colleagues.
• Commitment to high standards of musical performance and participation.
• Flexibility to work part-time with a focus on evenings and Sundays.

Preferred

• Experience in a school or church choral setting.
• Knowledge of liturgical music and performance practice.
• Experience with boys’ choirs or choral training.
• Ability to combine this role with other musical work, such as teaching or church roles.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive part-time salary.
• Excellent working conditions and facilities.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.