Music Administrator

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency for educational roles seeks a School Music Administrator for a vibrant secondary school in Northwood starting January 2026. The ideal candidate will provide essential administrative support to the Music Department, manage schedules, coordinate events, and ensure smooth operations. Strong organisational skills and a passion for music are vital. This role offers a competitive salary and a great work-life balance, working Monday to Friday during term time.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Training and mentoring opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience working in an educational setting is beneficial.
• A genuine interest in music is required.
• Must have an enhanced DBS on Update Service or be willing to apply.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Music Department.
• Manage lesson timetables and room bookings.
• Communicate with students, parents, and staff regarding lessons and events.
• Organise concerts, recitals, and extracurricular activities.
• Handle invoices and departmental records.

Skills

Strong administrative and organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Confident communicator

Strong IT skills

Ability to multitask

Tools

Microsoft Office

iSounds

Job description

School Music Administrator – Northwood (January 2026 Start)

Are you organised, creative, and passionate about supporting the arts in education? Do you love music and enjoy working in a fast-paced, vibrant school environment? This exciting opportunity allows you to play a key role in the smooth running of a dynamic Music Departments within welcoming secondary schools in Northwood.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives on organisation, enjoys working with young people and staff, and wants to contribute to a thriving musical community.

What You'll Be Doing

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the Music Department, ensuring all activities run smoothly.
• Managing lesson timetables for peripatetic (visiting) music teachers and coordinating room bookings.
• Communicating with students, parents, and staff regarding lessons, rehearsals, performances, and events.
• Organising and supporting concerts, recitals, school productions, trips, and extracurricular music activities.
• Handling invoices, payments, instrument hire forms, and departmental records.
• Maintaining and organising the music department's resources, instruments, and rehearsal schedules.
• Supporting the Head of Music and teaching staff with administrative tasks and event preparation.
• Promoting a positive, well-structured, and creative environment for students engaged in music.

What We're Looking For

• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A genuine interest in music and the performing arts (music knowledge is a bonus but not essential).
• Confident, friendly communicator-comfortable interacting with students, parents, staff, and external tutors.
• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy school setting.
• Strong IT skills, especially with Microsoft Office; experience with school systems is helpful.
• Experience using iSounds is desirable, but not essential.
• A calm, professional, and approachable manner.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

What You'll Get

• A warm, supportive secondary school in Northwood that values creativity and the arts.
• Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, term-time only - great work-life balance.
• A competitive salary or daily rate based on experience.Training, mentoring, and opportunities for professional growth.
• The chance to be at the heart of a busy and inspiring Music Department.
• A confirmed start date of January 2026.

How to Apply

Ready to bring your organisational skills and passion for the arts to a thriving school community? Apply online today to be considered for this School Music Administrator role in Northwood, starting January 2026!

For more information, contact Elizabeth Topley on (phone number removed) (option 3) or email (url removed).