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The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
Current Vacancies
Drama Tutor - Guildhall Young Artists Norwich
Salary: £39.50 per hour
Interim: 10 weeks per term from 26TH April 2025
Part-time: Saturday mornings/early afternoons exact times and hours TBC
Guildhall Young Artists Norwich is an exciting Saturday Performing Arts centre offering a range of classes and performance opportunities for 4 to 18 year olds. Based at City of Norwich School (CNS) young people develop their creativity and access high quality training across a variety of styles and genres in Music, and In Drama, from April 2025.
Please note, from September 2025 GYAN will move to Wymondham High Academy on Saturdays.
As we introduce Drama to our offer, we seek to appoint an energetic and dynamic Drama practitioner with significant experience in the professional/education sector to ensure that Guildhall Young Artists Norwich provides an excellent inter disciplinary creative education.
The post-holder will assist the Head of Guildhall Young Artists Norwich in the development and delivery of Drama at GYAN from April 2025.
The post-holder will be committed to developing young students, from a variety of backgrounds, to reach their full potential. devise and oversee drama workshops and projects and will play a key role in designing and evolving a rich, inspiring, and ambitious curriculum.
The role will primarily entail developing and delivering the following elements of our new Drama offer:
• Drama Starts Here Course (EYFS & KS1)
• Drama Discovery Course (KS2)
• Musical Theatre (KS2 – KS5)
For more details, please see the Job Information Pack.
To apply, please send the application form to Careers@gsmd.ac.uk
Please contact gyanorwich@gsmd.ac.uk if you require further information about this post.
Closing date for applications is 9.30am am on Monday 18 April 2025.
Interviews will take place on Saturday, 26th April at GYAN and will involve planning and leading a short practical workshop.
Enhanced DBS Checks will be required.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.
Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.
The Guildhall School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.
Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Manager
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £47,620 - £57,310 inclusive of London Weighting
We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic professional to join Student Services at the Guildhall School of Music & Drama in our newly created role of Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Manager.
Our student experience, learning, and teaching are all world leading. We are committed to ensuring a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where our students can thrive in their learning and craft. We aim to ensure the dignity, respect, and safety of our students through effective prevention and robust response to all forms of sexual misconduct, violence, and harassment.
The Sexual Violence Prevention & Response Manager role is a unique opportunity to establish and lead our sexual violence prevention and response service. This will be an exciting challenge for a dynamic and collaborative candidate to build a specialised community of practice for students and staff in an area of significant priority for UK higher education.
The role holder will work in partnership with staff and departments across Guildhall School, providing trauma-informed, individual, and impartial support to students who have experienced sexual misconduct, violence, and harassment. The role holder will lead the development and delivery of a range of policies, procedures, and training, to ensure regulatory compliance, and sector best practice.
The role holder will ideally have experience of delivering individual support, advice, and guidance to adults who have experienced sexual violence. They will have specialist expertise and understanding of the impact of sexual violence. The role holder will also ideally possess an accredited Independent Sexual Violence Advisers (ISVA) qualification. We welcome applicants without this, but with demonstrable and relevant professional experience.
About the School
The Guildhall School of Music and Drama is one of the world’s leading conservatoires and drama schools, offering musicians, actors, and production arts practitioners an inspiring environment in which to develop as creative arts professionals. Situated in the City of London, Guildhall School ranked in the top five institutions in the world for Music and Performing Arts in the QS World University Rankings 2024. We deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies and ensembles.
A global leader in creative and professional practice, we promote innovation, experiment and research, and are also one of the UK’s leading providers of lifelong learning in the performing arts, offering inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals.
An enhanced DBS check is required.
Closing date: Monday 28 April 2025 at 12 noon.
Interviews will be held on week commencing 12 May 2025
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online please visit https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk
For informal enquiries please contact Sue Cowan (Head of Student Services) via sue.cowan@gsmd.ac.uk.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number GSOO9212. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.
The Guildhall School is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.
Open Programmes Production Manager (Summer Schools)
Fixed Term - 2 June to 22 August 2025, Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £42,750 – £47,620, per annum depending on experience
Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies and ensembles.
Our short courses offer inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals. We aim to open up the world of the conservatoire to people outside of formal learning, making our resources and expertise available to others. We welcome around 1,400 participants every year, and our provision spans music, drama, production arts, writing and skills for the creative industries.
We are looking for an experienced Open Programmes Production Manager (Summer Schools) to be a key part of a busy and dynamic team. The postholder will be responsible for the delivery, operations and logistics for the 2025 Summer Schools, ensuring a successful and smooth delivery a smooth-running programme and high-quality experience for all stakeholders (participants, internal and external colleagues, course tutors).
The ideal candidate will have significant experience of working in a similar role, have excellent interpersonal skills, can work independently under pressure in a multi-task environment. You will have excellent event management skills, planning skills and the ability to problem solve, proven ability to build strong and positive working relationships and communicate effectively with a diverse group of stakeholders and excellent customer service skills.
An Enhanced DBS check is required.
For more information, download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online, visit https://jobs.cityoflondon.gov.uk/citrentp_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=805288ePkp
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9206. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date for applications is Monday 21 April at 12.00 noon. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will take place on Tuesday 6 May 2025.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation, to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
Because our roles are so varied, we don’t have a ‘one size fits all’ policy for workplace attendance. How many days a week you’ll be required to attend your workplace will depend on the requirements of your role. It’s important that you understand the requirements before applying to ensure you are able to meet them. We are committed to considering requests to work flexibly and job share. Requests will be considered by the recruiting manager in line with our policies and business needs.
For more information on our categories for workplace attendance, please view our guide here.
We will be reviewing this policy and approach at regular intervals to ensure we’re meeting our attendance needs.
Professor of Saxophone (Jazz)
Job Type: Hourly Paid Professor, Permanent
Pay: £57.29 (including holiday pay)
Guildhall School of Music and Drama is a world-leading specialist Performing Arts conservatoire, investing in the artists of today and tomorrow. The School is a vibrant, international community of actors, musicians and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as one of the top conservatoires for Drama and Music in the Guardian league tables and QS World University rankings, the School is a global leader of creative and professional practice, promoting expertise, innovation and research, with over 1,000 students in higher education drawn from nearly 60 countries around the world.
We are seeking a Professor of Jazz Saxophone, with a specialism in Alto Saxophone, to teach 1:1 lessons, lead combos and teach occasional group classes including, but not limited to, Improvisation and Advanced Ensemble. This is an opportunity for a dynamic, outstanding musician with an international reputation as a performer, and a passion for pedagogy.
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online, please click here and complete the online application.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9208. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date: 12pm on April 4, 2025
Interviews will be held on week commencing April 14, 2025
All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.
The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.
Development Administrator (Gifts & Events)
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £31,120 - £34,180 per annum, inclusive of inner London Weighting
Guildhall School of Music & Drama is a vibrant, international community of young musicians, actors and theatre technicians in the heart of the City of London. We produce outstanding graduates whose talents light up stages and concert platforms across the world.
As well as providing professional training at undergraduate, postgraduate, junior and short course level, the School has a substantial programme of regular performances, encompassing concerts, recitals, plays, operas and musicals open to the general public.
We are looking for a Development Administrator (Gifts & Events) to join the Development & Alumni Relations Office. The post holder will be responsible for gift processing activities and events administration, with a particular focus on income generating events.
The Development Administrator (Gifts & Events) will be responsible for the efficient processing of gifts received by the School from individuals and organisations, maintaining gift records on the CRM (Raiser’s Edge NXT) and reporting on gifts. They will also handle logistics, promotional materials, invitations, ticketing and customer enquiries for income generating events.
The post holder will be responsible for the successful reconciliation between the fundraising database, the charity bank account and The Guildhall School Trust funds.
Experience of the Raiser’s Edge/Raiser’s Edge NXT or a similar CRM is desirable but not essential. Candidates will be highly organised and efficient, with excellent communication skills and a meticulous attention to detail. Knowledge of music, theatre and/or higher education is desirable.
For more information, download the Job Information Pack.
To apply, visit https://jobs.cityoflondon.gov.uk/citrentp_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=805288ePkp
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9204. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Friday 4 April 2025.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will take place on week commencing 14 April 2025.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
Digital, Production & Venue Support Administrator
Permanent, Full-time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: Grade C £36,900 - £40,850 Depending on experience
Join an Institution That Shapes the Future of the Arts
Situated in the heart of the City of London, Guildhall School of Music & Drama is internationally recognised as one of the world’s leading conservatoires for musicians, actors, stage managers, and theatre technicians. As part of this dynamic environment, our Digital, Production & Venue Support (DPVS) team plays a vital role in delivering a broad range of productions and events, from solo classical recordings to large-scale multi-camera productions and streamed performances.
We are looking for a proactive and highly organised DPVS Administrator to support our busy team. If you thrive in a fast-paced, creative setting and enjoy being at the centre of operations, this could be the perfect role for you.
About the Role
As DPVS Administrator, you will:
- Be the first point of contact for the department, handling enquiries, emails, and calendar management.
- Coordinate staffing schedules to ensure the seamless delivery of recordings and productions.
- Facilitate event information flow, ensuring technical teams have the details they need to deliver outstanding work.
- Manage studio bookings and classroom AV support, playing a key role in the smooth running of Guildhall’s technical resources.
- Support digital content management for Guildhall Stream, the School’s online content delivery platform. This includes editing content, organising student and staff access, and handling helpdesk enquiries (full training provided).
About You
We are looking for someone who is:
- Organised and detail-oriented, with experience in administration, scheduling, or event coordination.
- A great communicator, able to interact professionally with staff, students, and external clients.
- Technologically proficient, with an interest in digital content management (previous experience with content platforms is a plus, but training is provided).
- Adaptable and proactive, able to work in a busy environment with multiple priorities.
- Passionate about the arts, with an appreciation for music, theatre, and production.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a vibrant, world-class performing arts institution. You’ll be part of a multi-skilled team dedicated to delivering outstanding technical services for one of the UK’s most respected conservatoires. In this role, you’ll contribute directly to the success of our students and productions while developing valuable skills in arts administration and digital content management.
For more information, download the Job Information Pack:
If you’re excited about being at the heart of a creative, fast-moving environment, apply now to become our next DPVS Administrator at Guildhall School of Music & Drama.
Please visit https://jobs.cityoflondon.gov.uk/citrentp_webrecruitment/wrd/run/ETREC179GF.open?WVID=805288ePkp&VACANCY_ID=763234ig1H to apply online.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting OOGS9207. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date for applications is 12 noon on Thursday 17 April 2025.
Late applications will not be accepted.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. This vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received.
The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment. The Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do. The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation – and is committed to regularly benchmarking and reviewing pay against external sectors.