Job Description

Salary

3,000 per annum (1,000 per term)

Contractual hours

2

Basis

Part Time

Region

Reigate

Job category/type

Music

Date posted

18/09/2025

Job reference

REQ003898



The Dunottar Choral Society is a long-standing and friendly choir, comprising Dunottar parents, staff and friends of the school. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced musician to direct the choir.

Key Responsibilities:

To organise and put on at least three concerts per year. One of these will include the Choral Society's participation in Dunottar School's annual Carol Service. To be available to conduct rehearsals on Thursday evenings during term time. To select appropriately challenging repertoire for the choir. To liaise with the Director of Music at Dunottar School over concert dates and selection of concert repertoire prior to fixing dates. To be responsible for booking rehearsal and concert spaces, and for any additional musicians needed for concerts and/or rehearsals. To purchase or hire music for the choir and prepare scores for rehearsals. To work with the Treasurer to help manage the Choral Society's finances. To ensure a replacement conductor is in place for any rehearsals or concerts not covered. To create and distribute advertising material for upcoming concerts. To write and produce programmes for each performance. To keep members informed on rehearsal dates and events. To attend key annual events such as socials and AGMs. To generally promote the name of the Choral Society.

Person Specification:

To have warmth and creative flair, and to be able to inspire and motivate amateur singers. To have expertise in choral music, including excellent knowledge of choral repertoire. To have a proven ability to work with a mixed ability choir. To speak fluent English. To have excellent levels of written communication skills. To be confident in IT and using emails. To have a high level of keyboard skills.

Desired Skills:

To have a high level of keyboard skills. * To have good arranging skills.