Graduate Musician

The principal purpose of the post is to assist with the day-to-day running of the Music Department. Whilst a large part of the role will be directed towards Co-Curricular music, particularly as the principal accompanist and rehearsal pianist in the department, there will also be academic and administrative tasks to be undertaken as required. Opportunities to acquire teaching and further music administration experience, including the coaching of ensembles during the academic year, can be discussed with the Director of Music and tailored to the individual’s interests and experience. The Graduate Musician should see their role in the context of whole-school achievement and as being crucial in improving the quality of education offered at Merchant Taylors’ School. The Graduate Musician will adhere to the standard expectations, commitments and duties as stipulated in the Teaching Staff Handbook, promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young persons for whom they are responsible and with whom they come into contact. Working Arrangement • 10-month Fixed Term contract (2nd September 2026 to 8th July 2027). • Term time plus 4 weeks to be worked as required by the Director of Music. • 37.5 hours per week (8.00am - 4.30pm) including an hour unpaid lunch. Flexibility in the performance of the role will be required to support evening concerts, evening choir rehearsals, Scholarship Auditions and Open Mornings • £21,304 to be paid over the duration of the 10-month contract. The Process Please complete an application form and an accompanying letter (maximum 500 words) outlining your suitability for the post; you may wish to include a brief CV. Applications to be submitted by Tuesday 2 June 2026, 9:00am Interviews to be held on Friday 5 June 2026 If you have any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Simon Couldridge, Director of Music, sc@mtsn.org.uk Applications to (email or post): Recruitment Officer, Merchant Taylors’ School, Sandy Lodge, North