Choir Director and Organist at St Peter’s Church, Tiverton

Diocese of Exeter; Tiverton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established community church seeks a passionate Choir Director and Organist to elevate the musical expressions of worship. This historic church, known for its stunning organ built in 1696, offers a unique opportunity to work alongside dedicated volunteers and engage with local schools and musicians. The role involves enhancing the community's musical life and participating in cherished church services. If you are enthusiastic about music and community engagement, this position provides a rewarding chance to make a significant impact in the local area.

Qualifications

• Experience in choral conducting and organ performance is essential.
• Ability to engage with the community through music is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Enhance musical expressions of worship within the Church.
• Work with a team of volunteers and the adult robed Choir.

Skills

Choral conducting

Organ performance

Music education

Community engagement

Education

Degree in Music

Relevant music qualifications

Job description

Choir Director and Organist at St Peter’s Church, Tiverton

St Peter’s has a vacancy for an experienced Choir Director and Organist who would be keen to enhance the musical expressions of worship within the Church.

St Peter’s is an historic Grade 1 Listed Church and the Civic Church for the market town of Tiverton, hosting the Remembrance, Mayor’s, Christingle, Nine Lessons and Carols and a number of other services central to the life and customs of the town.

The organ is one of the jewels of the Church. It was dedicated in 1696 and built by Christian Schmidt who also worked on the organ for the rebuilding of St Paul’s in London; it was rebuilt and enlarged in 1867 by Henry Willis, an outstanding organ builder who made his name at the Great Exhibition. The carvings are attributed to Grinling Gibbons.

The Director of Music would work as part of a team of enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers within St Peter’s, including the adult robed Choir and the Assistant Organist. There would also be scope for involvement in other areas, depending on interests and experience; for example liaising with local schools, organisations or musicians, to enrich the musical life of the community more generally.

The hours of work and salary, based on RSCM rates, would be for negotiation. The post requires an Enhanced DBS check.

Applicants should contact Gill Heard by telephone [phone] or by email.