Music Graduate Assistant

KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious academic institution in England seeks a graduate assistant for its Music department, commencing September 2026. The role involves supporting daily operations, assisting in classes, and leading music activities. Candidates must demonstrate excellent ICT skills, practical music ability, and flexibility for evening events. This position offers the chance to contribute to a vibrant curriculum in an exceptional educational environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate assistant must have excellent ICT skills and knowledge of Sibelius software.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure is crucial.
• Must communicate well with pupils and staff in a professional capacity.

Responsibilities

• Assist with classes and guide pupils in composition and theory work.
• Support the music department administrator and manage stage for events.
• Participate in choirs, orchestras, and the performing calendar.

Skills

Excellent ICT skills, with working knowledge of Sibelius software

Self-motivated and able to work under initiative

Good communication skills

Flexibility for evening and weekend work

Practical music skills

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a graduate assistant in the Music department for the academic year from September 2026.

The graduate will assist in all areas of the day-to-day running of the music department. They will report principally to the director of music and be encouraged to take a full and active role in the curricular and extra-curricular activities of the department.

Duties will include the following:

• To assist where necessary with classes. This could include guiding pupils in their composition and theory work and in preparation for various group and solo performances. Each year the graduate assists in a community groups project with pupils who perform and arrange music for a staged production.
• To assist the music department administrator in various ways ensuring the smooth running of the department. This will include some secretarial duties, designing concert posters and programmes and collating reports and, for rehearsals and concerts, helping with various aspects of stage management.
• To take a full and active role in the performing calendar at King’s. Depending on the candidate there are choirs, orchestras and bands. Where possible, we encourage graduates to participate in many of these ensembles, assisting in, and leading rehearsals as appropriate.

There are several occasions where a graduate will be asked to contribute to the department outside of normal timetabled hours, for example for concerts, choral society and trips. On these occasions adequate notice will be given and it is expected that the graduate will be correspondingly flexible with their time.

The department runs a small number of trips to professional concerts each year and the graduate will be encouraged to accompany staff and pupils on these. These normally take place in the evenings during term time. There are also occasional tours both in this country and abroad which the graduate student may be invited to join.

Our current graduate also assists with sport in the junior school on two afternoons a week and with lunchtime and break time duties. A more specific timetable will be drawn up when the graduate arrives at the school.

Person Specification

Essential

• Excellent ICT skills, with working knowledge of Sibelius software
• Ability to work under own initiative and be self-motivated
• A good communicator able to relate well to pupils and staff in a professional capacity
• Flexibility. Some work takes place during the evenings and at weekends An ability to work to tight deadlines
• Excellent practical music skills

Desirable

• A confident accompanist, able to play for assemblies, concerts and examinations

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first‑class pastoral care and a vibrant co‑curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south‑east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply for this role, please register your details online via our website (under useful information / career opportunities). Once you have registered your details with us, you can apply for vacancies by logging into the candidate area using your email address and chosen password. You will be asked to fill an online application form, upload a CV and provide a cover letter.

Closing date: Tuesday 27th January2026 at 9am.

Interviews: Tuesday 3rd February 2026

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.