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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Please see important information for all roles at the bottom of this page.

Teacher of Academic Music

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Teacher of Academic Music to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in the city centre of 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 looking for a special person who can come and join our team of staff and students. You will need to be an outstanding teacher of music, inspirational, innovative and a team player with strengths across the range of academic music.
  • You will need to be able to teach from Key Stage 3 to A Level as part of a large, supportive department. You will also need to enjoy teaching young musical children and know how to motivate, challenge and support them in their musical journey.
  • Full-time, permanent position.
  • Start date September 2025 (subject to relevant checks).

In return

  • Salary: Main pay spine, dependent on experience.
  • Benefits including free catered lunches during term time, free tickets to selected concerts and free use of the gym.

Download: Job Description and Person Specification

Download: Application Form

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

Deadline for applications: 9am, Tuesday 22nd April 2025

Interviews to be held: Thursday 1st May 2025

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

Chair of the Feoffees

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Chair of the Feoffees 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 Role

We are seeking to appoint, in a voluntary capacity, an individual with a background in strategic leadership and strong business and financial acumen to lead our non-executive board of Feoffees. Your background does not necessarily have to be in education, heritage, charities or the arts, but you must have a passion for all the benefits they can bring.

As Chair of the Feoffees, your role is to work alongside the School Governors, Library Committee and Senior Leadership. Your leadership of the Foundation will enable it to achieve its vision and strategic ambition, including the provision of facilities and buildings that are commensurate with a world-leading institution.

Chetham’s Recruitment Pack

How to apply

Please send a letter of interest and a CV to HR@chethams.com

If you would like an informal discussion in advance of the closing date, please email HR@chethams.com and this will be arranged.

At shortlisting stage, a more thorough details form will be requested which includes work history and references.

Closing date: 23 May 2025

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

Security Officer

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Security Officer 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

  • This is a full-time position working 12 hours per shift worked on a rota of day and night shifts with a requirement to cover colleagues’ leave which will be paid as overtime.  Bank holidays will be normal working days dependant on the shift pattern, payment for these days is included in the annual salary.
  • To work as a Security Officer on the shift rota, undertaking the provision of general security to the School premises and grounds throughout the year recording and logging all patrols.
  • Provide a courteous and professional comprehensive service to staff and students at Chetham’s, Visitors, Contractors and the general public, providing assistance, directions, help and accurate advice.

In return

  • Salary – £26,573 per annum (Scale Point 16-18)
  • The post holder is entitled to paid annual leave of 6 weeks (6 weeks of 4 days including an allowance for bank holidays) to fit in with the existing shift pattern.
  • Benefits including free catered lunches during term time and free tickets to concerts.

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

Closing date: 9am, Tuesday 22nd April 2025

Interviews will be held in person: Tuesday 25th April 2025

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

Senior Venue Technicians

Stoller Hall is seeking Senior Venue Technicians to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in the city center of 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

• The Stoller Hall is seeking Senior Venue Technicians who will work closely with the Technical Manager to ensure the effective delivery of all performances, events, and conferences at The Stoller Hall and our other performance spaces across the site, including pop-up events in the Courtyard and Atrium.
• You will manage the stage, technical, and operational aspects of the concerts and events and deputise for the Technical Manager, acting as the lead contact for visiting artists and clients on the day as required. You will prepare, rig, and operate sound, lighting, audio-visual, projection, and staging equipment as needed, liaising with visiting artists, promoters, and clients, as well as members of staff.
• This is a permanent, flexible shift-based role, including evenings and weekends.

 In return

  • • You will be paid £17.56 per hour
    • Benefits including free catered lunches during term time and free tickets to concerts.

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

Closing date: 9am, Monday 14th April 2025

Interviews: ASAP thereafter

For further information please contact  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

Housekeeping Assistant

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Housekeeping Assistant to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in the city center of 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 looking for a Housekeeping Assistant to join our housekeeping team to deliver an efficient and high-quality service to the school.
  • You will work as part of the Housekeeping Team in ensuring that an efficient and high-quality Housekeeping Service is provided to all areas of the school.
  • The role is nominally 20 hours per week Monday – Friday. Core hours: 7.00am to 11.00pm.

 In return

  • Salary: £11.44 per hour.
  • Benefits including free catered lunches during term time and free tickets to concerts.

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

Closing date: 9am, Friday 4th April 2025

Interviews: Dates TBC

For further information please contact Lisa Houghton on E: lisahoughton@chethams.com or via phone on 0161 838 7234

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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