Head of Vocal Studies

Starting salary depending on skills, qualifications and experience

An additional Responsibility Allowance is applicable to this role

Relocation assistance available as appropriate

Required for January 2026

A well-qualified, inspiring and experienced musician is required to join our large and vibrant
Music department as a full-time Head of Vocal Studies.

The Music department has seven full-time and 35 visiting staff, alongside a Musician -
Accompanist. Within the Vocal Faculty there are five teachers who currently deliver over 135
individual lessons each week. Currently we have a Symphonic Windband, Brass Ensemble,
Saxophone Ensemble, Two Flute Ensembles, Percussion Ensemble, Jazz Band and in
addition two Symphony Orchestras, three String Ensembles, College Choir, Lower College
Choir, Choral, Gospel Choir, Chamber Choir and a number of Chamber Ensembles

The Head of Vocal Studies will direct College Choir, Lower College Choir, Choral and other
vocal ensembles, teach individual instrumental lessons and manage faculty staff. The post
holder will report to the Director of Music and work alongside other full-time staff, including
Heads of Keyboard, Woodwind, Brass and Percussion and Strings. Ability as an
accompanist may be advantageous, but not essential. The ability to teach a small amount of
classroom curriculum teaching also forms part of the role. It is expected that the successful
applicant will have a strong vision, experience of Liturgical Music, alongside initiatives for
continued growth within the faculty.

All teachers are expected to contribute to the rich co-curricular life of the College, but there
are no residential duties.

As one of the world’s leading schools, and with a strong pioneering heritage, our aim is to
embody excellence, independence and empowerment in the education of young women.

Music plays a central part in the life of the College. The successful candidate will join a
friendly and supportive community of dedicated professionals who believe that pupils are at
the heart of all we do. We are ambitious for their futures, collectively and individually, and
have been so for over 170 years.

Closing Date: Friday 12 September 2025 (12pm)
Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 6 October 2025.

Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and College
reserves the right to appoint at any time in the process.

Cheltenham Ladies’ College is committed to the safeguarding of children and promoting the
welfare of children.
 

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