Strategic Lead for Music Service

Oldham Council; Oldham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government authority in the UK seeks a Strategic Lead for Music to direct and enhance music education services. The role is pivotal for community engagement and educational excellence. Candidates should have a strong background in music leadership, change management experience, and a commitment to diversity. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

LGPS pension scheme

Discounted gym membership

Wellbeing support

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience in leading change management initiatives.
• Significant leadership experience in music education.
• In-depth understanding of national music education policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic and operational direction of Oldham Music Service.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality music education.
• Manage partnerships and curriculum development.

Skills

Leadership in music education

Change management

Advocacy for music in education

Diversity and inclusion advocacy

Job description

Overview

The Strategic Lead for Music will lead the strategic and operational direction of Oldham Music Service, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, inclusive, and progressive music education in schools, communities, music centre and beyond. You will be a key figure in the borough's cultural and educational landscape, building on a legacy of musical excellence and achievement, whist also ensuring our music service meets the needs of our diverse and dynamic local population.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Service Management and Development
• Financial and Operational Oversight
• Schools, Partnerships and Curriculum
• Inclusion, Access and Engagement
• Demonstrable experience in leading change management initiatives and a range of complex multi-faceted projects
• Significant leadership experience in music education
• In-depth understanding of national music education policy and educational landscape, including the National Plan for Music Education and Music Hub responsibilities
• A passionate advocate for music as a transformative force in young people's lives
• Inclusive leader who champions diversity and empowerment across teams and communities

Organisational context and values

We want Oldham to have vibrant, safe neighbourhoods where people are proud to live with opportunities for healthier, more fulfilled lives; and a sustainable, thriving economy. As we look to the future, the challenges may be significant, but so are the opportunities. We have identified three missions with our residents and partners, focusing on what will deliver the biggest impact: A Great Place to Live, Healthier, Happier Lives, and Green and Growing.

We have translated these values into five behaviours which guide our actions and are the standards we hold ourselves to, day in and day out:

• Work with a resident focus
• Support local leaders
• Committed to the borough
• Deliver high performance
• Take ownership and drive change

You can find out more about our values and behaviours on our greater.jobs Oldham page.

Benefits package

• 25 days annual leave which increases after 5 and 10 years’ service
• The option to purchase additional annual leave
• An attractive LGPS benefit pension scheme with the option to make shared cost additional voluntary contributions
• Discounted gym membership with Oldham Active
• Staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, eating-out, eating-in, travel, motoring and more
• Salary sacrifice scheme for home and electronics and Cycle to Work
• Wellbeing support, including a Mental Health First Aider network and an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support
• Staff recognition and celebration events
• Peer support groups

Inclusive recruitment and data privacy

Inclusive Recruitment: We work closely with employees to help them work at their best, including making adjustments such as flexible working, describing available working patterns, providing equipment or making changes to the workplace. If you're an applicant with disabilities and have previously been in or currently in care, a carer or someone who has served in the Armed Forces and you meet the essential criteria of the role, you are guaranteed to reach the first stage of assessment under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.

Data and Privacy: For details of how we use your data please see our privacy notice. Important Information: Please note that should a vacancy that has been released for internal or external recruitment be deemed suitable for a current employee at risk of redundancy, it can be pulled back at any point, up to the post being formally offered to a candidate who is not at risk of redundancy. While we embrace the use of AI as an innovative tool to maximise our services at Oldham Council, we are looking for authenticity in applications we receive. We therefore ask you to think carefully if choosing to use AI when completing your application and ensure your application reflects your skills, knowledge and enthusiasm.