Location: Gloucester, hybrid working considered
Contract: Temporary, fixed term: July 2025 – April 2026 with a possible extension
Hours: full time, 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £32,000 – £35,000 per annum (pro-rata)
Reports to: Director of People and Organisational Development
Closing date: Sunday 15th June
Interviews: 25th & 26th June
About The Music Works
The Music Works is a Gloucestershire charity that transforms young lives through music. We’re specialists in working with young people in challenging circumstances to help them reach their full potential in music, in learning and in life. We work with over 3,000 young people a year in schools and our four community studios in Gloucester, and the Forest of Dean. Our approach is youth-led, with young people involved at every stage of planning and delivery.
About the role
At the beginning of August the Head of Operations will be going on maternity leave for at least the next 9 months. We are looking for a highly organised, strategic problem-solving professional to step into this role and maintain operational excellence across the organisation.
In this comprehensive role, you will oversee these key areas:
We value diversity and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace means all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
To apply, please submit:
1. Your current CV
2. A detailed cover letter that explains how you meet the person specification and your previous experience in line with the role responsibilities
3. Send your application to recruitment@themusicworks.org.uk
Closing date: Sunday 15th June
Interviews: 25th & 26th June
References will be taken up prior to appointment
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