Job Description

About The Music Box

The Severn Arts Music Box is a small bus that goes out into the community to inspire young people and their families to take part in musical activities. Equipped with vocal booth, mixing desk, digital equipment, traditional instruments, recording software and DJ decks, the Music Box provides a new and different opportunity for young people to develop their music technology and digital skills.

The Music Box is primarily booked by schools, groups and organisations for either open public access or for tailored private sessions with smaller groups. Sessions typically last 3 hours, though festival and event bookings can be up to a whole day. Minimum call would be 4 hours unless specifically agreed otherwise.

Job Overview

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Driver to work on an occasional basis and support the Severn Arts team at community-based and educational events. The post holder will drive the bus from its base in Worcester at Malvern Gate, to events throughout Worcestershire. They will be responsible for getting the bus there on time with the required resources, supporting the practitioner in setting up the equipment, helping participants on board, marketing Severn Arts and gaining feedback about the experience on offer. No prior musical knowledge or experience is required.

Responsibilities

Operate and drive the bus safely, adhering to all traffic laws and regulations. Drive the bus to and from events Provide general support to assist the practitioner running the sessions and collecting feedback/marketing Help to manage customer flow and numbers entering the bus where required Deal with any technical or running issues effectively on the day so far as possible Feedback to manager after events and delivery

Requirements

Essential

UK valid driving license with C1 entitlement (drivers who passed a UK test after 1 January 1997 will need to have passed further tests for this entitlement) Confident and professional manner Comfortable approaching and engaging with the general public and talking confidently about Severn Arts Willing to undergo a DBS check
Desirable

Experience of driving larger vehicles over 3.5 tonnes An interest in music, education or events

How to apply

As we are a safer recruiting organisation, you must apply on our

application form

that is available on our website

www.SevernArts.org.uk/music-box-driver

If you wish to have an informal chat about the role before applying, please call 01905 947300 and ask for Alex Green.

Pay: 15.13 per hour

Expected hours: 3 - 9 per week

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Worcester, WR2 4BN