Music Events and Programme Manager at Malcolm Arnold Academy

We are recruiting for a Music Events and Programme Manager – based at our Head Office in Loughborough or Malcolm Arnold Academy in Northampton (depending on which location is local to the successful applicant). Music is central to the Trust's mission of broadening student horizons: the Trust’s music programme is innovative, broad and ambitious, reaching over 14,500 children, and includes major local and national partner organisations. Further information about the DRET Music programme can be found at www.dret.co.uk/music.

The Music Events and Programme Manager is responsible for planning, promoting and delivering a series of events throughout the academic year as part of the DRET Music programme, and plays a key role in the DRET Music Team. Music at DRET is led by Simon Toyne, Executive Director of Music, with a team of Primary and Secondary Music Leads and Musicians-in-Residence. The permanent post is for 30 hours per week during term-time only (39 weeks per year). It is anticipated that the 30 hours will be spread evenly across five days (6 hours per day), but we are happy to discuss different working models with the successful post-holder.

The DRET Music Office is currently at Malcolm Arnold Academy in Northampton; however, it would be possible for the location of this post to be at the Trust's Head Office in Loughborough, should this be more local to the post-holder. Attendance is required at key DRET Music events including, but not restricted to, the Primary and Secondary Music Festivals, Staff CPD days, Musician of the Year Final and Composition Challenge live events. Time off in lieu will be arranged for these events.

• Lead the organisation and delivery of various DRET Music events, including CPD days, subject conferences, carol services, concerts and competitions.
• Support the Primary and Secondary Music Leads with the planning and delivery of Music Festival performances, including liaising with partner organisations such as the Royal Ballet and Opera and Nevill Holt Festival.
• Promote music events and performances through social media, report writing and via local press.
• Support events through writing and sending event booking confirmations and collating registration responses.
• Manage event logistics including arranging equipment, catering, transport, printing.
• Oversee licensing of child performers where appropriate, liaising with local authorities, venues and performing organisations.
• Ensure all events and performances are of an exceptional standard from start to finish, including communication, organisation, promotion, branding, reporting and format.

Who we are looking for

A keen interest in music is desirable, but not essential; however, you do need to be passionate about enabling thousands of children to access high quality music education. You will be adept at prioritising complex workloads, helping to co‑ordinate a range of programme strands, projects and events, and will be able to demonstrate excellent organisational, communication and administrative skills combined with a personable, self-motivated, 'can-do' approach.

We are looking for an individual who has:

• Experience of managing events and projects.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent ICT skills, with the ability to produce, create and edit documents using Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• The ability to work independently and proactively, with excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to form and maintain professional relationships within and outside of the Trust.
• A love of working as part of a team to deliver extraordinary experiences for children and young people.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust’s mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world‑class education, broadening horizons by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best. We provide access to a world‑class education and enrichment experiences across cultural visits, sports, music and arts, equipping students with leadership, teamwork, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens. Our Trust runs 36 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to large secondary schools, including an all‑through school in London and a special school in Lincolnshire. We collaborate with outstanding organisations and individuals to support our vision of giving children better life chances through the best education and support we can provide.

Equal Opportunity and Safeguarding

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics. The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust. All pre‑employment checks are in line with 'Keeping Children Safe in Education' statutory guidance.