Rugby School is looking to appoint two recent graduates from university or music college. We are seeking musicians who have experience singing in excellent choirs, are considering moving into teaching, and who wish to enhance their skill base through working within a thriving and busy school environment prior to training or a first full job. The work will be varied and that variety will, to some extent, be determined by the personality, enthusiasm and skills of the individuals appointed. GTAs will work closely with members of the full time and peripatetic music staff (approximately 50 colleagues in total).

The successful candidates will play a key role in the renowned Rugby Chorister Programme and will usually be required to sing in up to four services of Evensong each week. Depending on the interests and abilities of the successful candidates, there will also be opportunities to perform at the School (solo recitals, for example), to teach in the classroom, work with the choristers, start their own ensembles, and to collaborate with visiting musicians. Experience of playing an orchestral instrument may be an advantage, but is not essential, though candidates should have sufficient keyboard skills to support their own musical performance and practice within the Chorister Programme.

The Chorister Programme at Rugby School and Bilton Grange started in September 2022 and provides two choirs, one for boys and another for girls. The choristers sing during the week with just occasional commitments at the weekend, and the repertoire is as one would expect in a Cathedral or major parish church. Our programme is supported by scholarships and bursaries up to 100% of the fees are available on a means tested basis.

This is a 10-month fixed term contract and accommodation is included.

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Closing date:  20 November 2026

Start date: September 2027

Applications will be considered upon receipt and we reserve the right to make an appointment before the closing date.  Therefore, an early application is strongly advised.

PLEASE NOTE

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers, online searches (including the dark web) and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or age.

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