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Chetham’s is home to three extraordinary places in the heart of Manchester – Chetham’s School of Music, Chetham’s Library, and 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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Choral Tutor

Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Choral Tutor 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 Choral Tutor with proven pedagogical experience at the highest of standards, coupled with extensive experience of leading choral and vocal ensembles.
  • You will be committed to the education and development of exceptionally talented young people (aged 8-18). The ideal candidate will have a significant depth of experience in developing students’ holistic musical education.
  • The role is focused upon the delivery of Chetham’s renowned vocal and choral ensembles (‘Chetham’s Voices’).
  • Preferred candidates will have experience of group coaching and working with students to an advanced level in medium and large 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.
  • Hours for this role are part-time with initial hours estimated c.1.5 hours per week x 6 rehearsal weeks – delivered as a Spring project – plus associated performances. Hours would be anticipated to increase in subsequent years. Additional choral teaching opportunities may arise as required during the year. NB. ‘Chetham’s Voices’ currently rehearses Tuesdays from 5.00pm – 6.30pm.
  • Candidates will need to be flexible with regards to annual hours allocations, which necessarily change dependent upon student intake. Allocations are term-time only and will vary in duration dependent on the nature of the activity.
  • Start date January 2027 subject to recruitment checks.

In Return

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

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

Application deadline: 9am, Friday 23rd October

Interviews: Wednesday 11th November

For any queries about the role, please contact 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

Standard Information for all applications

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 the Stoller Hall and Chetham’s School of Music.

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

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