The Music Works is a Gloucestershire charity that transforms young lives through music. We’re specialists in working with young people (age 8-30) 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.
Here is an introduction to our work:
The main purpose of this role is to oversee operations for The Music Works’ recording studios and music technology provision. The post-holder will be accountable for the development, delivery, and evaluation of studio activity, ensuring it contributes directly to organisational objectives, income generation, and positive outcomes for young people. The role will lead resources, staff, freelancers, partnerships, and commercial opportunities while maintaining high standards of recording studio practice and customer experience.
Please send your current CV and a cover letter explaining why you are interested in the role and how you are suitable based on experience and the role responsibilities. In your application include your portfolio work (for example: personal website, Spotify or Tidal links, Dropbox folder, Google folder or similar).
Send your application to recruitment@themusicworks.org.uk by the closing date Friday 9 October 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marcus on mjenkins@themusicworks.org.uk.
Location The Music Works – Gloucester Hub, Gloucester based, but with expectation to work across our sites in the Forest of Dean and on our portable music studio, the Music Bus.
Contract Permanent
Hours Full-time (37.5 hours a week) although applications from candidates seeking part-time hours or a job-share arrangement will be considered for the right candidate(s).
Salary £26,800 – £33,000
Reports to Facilities Manager
Start Date As soon as possible. We are keen to appoint and onboard the successful candidate at the earliest opportunity.
Closing date Friday 9th October 2026
Please note we reserve the right to close the recruitment process before this date, once a suitable candidate has been identified.
Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our organisation and we promote equal opportunities. We believe this can be achieved through attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse range of staff from many different backgrounds who reflect the community we serve. We encourage applications from all backgrounds. We guarantee to offer an interview to those with a disability who meet the minimum criteria.
Please fill out our anonymous equality & diversity form below.
In line with The Music Works safeguarding policy, appointments are normally subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
We’re a friendly team and always happy to answer any questions you have.
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