At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage social media and digital promotion for the Chapel and Choir.
- Company: Join the vibrant community at Gonville & Caius College, Cambridge.
- Benefits: Enjoy 33 days holiday, free lunch, and a generous pension scheme.
- Other info: Opportunity to sing in the Choir and work in a beautiful environment.
- Why this job: Be part of an exciting music department and develop your PR skills.
- Qualifications: Passion for music and experience in social media management.
The predicted salary is between 28053 - 34287 £ per year.
Gonville & Caius College is seeking a part-time Music PR Assistant to play a key role in the running and development of Chapel and Choir social media platforms and digital promotion. The successful candidate will have the skills to manage the Choir website and run the chapel webcasting system as required. There will also be some outreach responsibilities with a requirement to help develop and run various recruitment initiatives, such as our annual Choral Workshop Day and Composition Competition.
There will be opportunities to develop imaginative publicity for the Chapel and Choir in a variety of formats, and to play a part in the strategic vision of the Music Department at this exciting time for the Chapel and Choir at Caius. For a suitable candidate, there may also be an opportunity to sing in the Choir alongside the role.
This is a part-time, fixed-term role until the end of July 2027. The normal hours of work are 23 hours/3 days per week (Tuesday to Thursday preferable). The annual salary for this role is £17,324 (£28,246 FTE).
Benefits include:
- Generous Pension Scheme; 14.5% employer contributions and 3x death in service benefit
- Health care cash plan
- 33 days of annual holiday (prorated for part-time, including Public Holidays)
- Free on-site lunch provided
- Workplace Nursery Scheme (salary sacrifice)
- College gym
- Car parking (subject to availability/eligibility)
- Cycle to work scheme
- The opportunity to work in a beautiful environment
The Application Process
To view the full job description and register to apply, please click the 'apply' button. Please note: we advise using a desktop to complete your application form, and Chrome or Edge as the recommended browser. The closing date for applications is 23:59 (BST) on Tuesday 25 August 2026. You are encouraged to make an early application as the vacancy may close early if sufficient applications are received. Please note: Interviews are expected to be held in person on Thursday 10 September 2026.
For your application to be considered it must be complete and include an up-to-date CV and details of 2 referees, one of whom should have detailed knowledge of your ability in relation to the requirements of the role.
The College
Gonville & Caius College is one of the largest Colleges in the University of Cambridge. It is an educational charity, and its mission is to provide a place of education, religion, learning and research, in conjunction with a University that is recognised internationally as being of the highest standard. The College is an academic community comprising some 530 undergraduate students, 250 graduate students, and 110 Fellows (lecturers, professors and other senior academic researchers and teachers) and almost 200 staff. It plays a significant role throughout the University.
Our students come from all over the world and our undergraduates study all the subjects offered in the University. Our postgraduates play a vital role in the research activities of the wider University. Our Fellows have globally renowned research expertise ranging from Ancient History to Cosmology and are all recognised as leaders in their fields. The students who graduate from the College form an alumni group of approximately 11,000 individuals. They have achieved recognition in many walks of life and are resident in all continents.
Further Information
Equality of opportunity; the College actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and we encourage applications from all sections of society and in particular, from people who may be under-represented in our community. Entry into a position with the College will be determined by the application of criteria related to the duties of the post. In all cases, ability to perform the job will be the primary consideration.
During the application process, candidates are requested to complete the Equality & Diversity section as part of our Equal Opportunities Policy and monitoring process. The contents of this form will not be disclosed to the selection or interview panels, and all applicant data is managed in accordance with our data protection policy. The College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. In applying for this role, you will provide personal data which the College will process in accordance with its data protection obligations and its Data Protection Policy.
Music PR Assistant employer: Gonville Caius College
Gonville & Caius College offers a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment for its faculty, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation in the field of sociology. With competitive salaries and opportunities for professional development, employees are encouraged to grow their academic careers while contributing to a rich tradition of excellence in education. Located in the historic city of Cambridge, the college provides a unique setting that enhances both personal and professional life.
