Graduate Musician in Residence

Fixed term for one year • Term time only (including weekends)

Queen’s College, Taunton is one of the leading independent boarding schools based in the South West of the country, educating more than 500 boys and girls (day and boarding), aged 3 months to 18 years, and is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust.

We are looking to recruit a Graduate Musician In Residence to start in September 2023; this position reflects the College’s continuing support and development of its already strong Music Department. The role has two main responsibilities; the first is to the Music Department, providing support to the full time Music staff in the Senior and Prep schools in administrative and practical roles. Queen’s has excellent facilities for Music including a dedicated music school with teaching rooms, practice rooms and music technology facilities, adjoining a 570 seat theatre. With 3 full time music staff, a part time administrator, 20 visiting music teachers and numerous ensembles, concerts and productions, it is a very busy department with multiple opportunities for the successful applicant which can be tailored to a degree to the interests and skills of the successful applicant.

The second responsibility is supporting the Boarding Houseparent in all matters relating to the pastoral welfare of the pupils in their care. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of residential community life in a caring environment. They will also have excellent interpersonal skills and be organised and flexible. This role comes with accommodation. 

This exciting opportunity provides real insight into working in an Independent School, with the aim of developing their skills and experience to pursue their chosen career. There is also considerable opportunity to develop existing and new musical skills which would be of benefit in developing a career in music teaching.

A full job description and application form can be found at https://www.queenscollege.org.uk/vacancies/

All applicants must complete the Queen’s College application form and completed forms should be emailed to vacancies@queenscollege.org.uk

We do not accept CVs. No agencies please.

For further details about the role please contact Emily Turner ext@queenscollege.org.uk

Closing date: Wednesday 1 February 2023

Interview date: TBC

Queen’s College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post including checks with past employers and with the DBS. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.