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Salary: £36,900 - £40,850 inclusive of London Weighting depending on experience and performance
Contractual Hours: 35
Basis: Permanent
Workplace category: Hybrid
Attachments: Job Information Pack
Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as number one in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide 2025, and in the top four in the world for Music and Performing Arts by the QS World University Rankings 2025, 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.
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The Guildhall School of Music & Drama is looking to appoint an experienced and motivated Music Stage Supervisor. The Music Administration Department is responsible for the provision of the organisational management and administration of the Music Department. It is a busy department that prides itself on its efficiency and service delivery.
You will provide complete and comprehensive support to the set up and instrumental requirements for teaching, rehearsal and performance as required by a world-class music conservatoire. To support, (working in close contact with the Ensemble Managers, Music Office, Performance Venues Department and in close co-operation with Lecturers, Department Managers and Students) the delivery of requirements for a diverse and dynamic schedule of classes, concerts, masterclasses, and performances. To work with the Music Department and Ensemble Managers in assisting with the management, loan & retrieval of instruments to students and staff.
The postholder needs to commit to do everything possible to enhance the performance and reputation of the Guildhall School, both nationally and internationally, as a centre for innovation and excellence. We need a highly organised, motivated, articulate individual with an innovative approach to problem solving and experience in a performing arts/ educational establishment. To be successful, you will need the experience and knowledge of implementing orchestral setups and chamber music & contemporary ensemble set-ups.
Sound knowledge of classical music and jazz together with a wide knowledge of percussion and classical music instruments, and excellent organisational, communication skills and ability to meet deadlines are required to deal with the demands of the job. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Teams. Willingness and ability to carry out work of a practical nature including heavy lifting and manual handling.
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply, please click the 'Apply Now' link.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9252. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date: Friday 26 September 2025, 12pm. All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.
Interviews will be held w/c 6 October 2025
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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.
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