Talent.com
The Church of England
Assistant Director of Music & OrganistThe Church of England • Liverpool
Assistant Director of Music & Organist

Assistant Director of Music & Organist

The Church of England • Liverpool
22 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Summary:

The post holder will be an exceptional organist and versatile choral trainer who will support the work of the music department at Liverpool Cathedral. As an organist, they will play for most statutory services and be a champion of the Cathedral’s magnificent Willis organ which celebrates its centenary in 2026. As a choral trainer, they will support the Director of Music and wider team in the training, accompanying, and conducting of the cathedral’s choirs and ensembles, and engage actively with the cathedral’s expansive Schools Singing Programme.

Key tasks and responsibilities include:

As Organist:

  • To be principal accompanist to the Cathedral Choir across the routine of sung services.
  • To ensure personal musical preparation and practice, and the learning of new repertoire.
  • To give recitals in the Cathedral each year.
  • To be principal accompanist to the Schools Singing Programme.
  • To mentor the Organ Scholar, tutoring them and developing their skills and expertise.
  • To be a duty organist for non-statutory services (for which extra fees are normally payable).
  • To go on a playing rota during holiday periods (for which extra fees are normally payable).
  • To engage in other organ playing demands commensurate with the role.

As Choral Trainer:

  • To assist in rehearsing and conducting of the Cathedral Choir as required.
  • To lead regular rehearsals of the Choral Students (former choristers).
  • To play a lead role with a Cathedral Voluntary Choir which would sing at services as required.
  • To work with the cathedral ensembles in other ways commensurate with the role.

Administrative duties:

  • To work with the Director of music on a variety of musical and logistical projects.
  • To work collaboratively with colleagues within the music department and wider cathedral, including the Canon Precentor, Operations Manager, and the appointed Organ Builder/Tuner.
  • To be responsible for arranging the maintenance and tuning of the cathedral organs.
  • To organise the cathedral’s annual organ recital series.
  • Act as a champion for the cathedral organs both within the cathedral and externally.
  • To carry out other administrative tasks commensurate with the role.

Safeguarding:

To work with colleagues (including the Safeguarding Team) to ensure the highest standards of safeguarding are maintained.

Create a job alert for this search

Assistant Director of Music & Organist • Liverpool

Similar jobs

Hill Dickinson Stadium Recruitment

AramarkLiverpool, England, GB
Full-time

Title: Hill Dickinson Stadium Recruitment.Location: Liverpool, LIV, GB, L3 0AP.The impressive brand‑new Hill Dickinson Stadium, located on Bramley‑Moore dock, Liverpool, will be one of the most rev... Show more

 • Promoted

Merseyside Youth Association Ltd – Music Mentor

LCVS (Liverpool Charity & Voluntary Services)Liverpool, England, GB
Part-time +1

Deadline: Midnight on Wednesday 29 April 2026.Fixed Term Funded to 31 December 2027.May Include Evening and Weekend Work).Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of musicians? As a NOI... Show more

 • Promoted

Secondary Music Teacher

AcademicsEllesmere Port, ENG, GB
Permanent

Secondary Music Teacher - Cheshire - September StartAcademics, a reputable education recruitment agency, is seeking a passionate and driven Secondary Music Teacher to fulfill a long-term placement ... Show more

 • Promoted

Conformance Manager / Business Partner

Guidant GlobalBroughton, Clwyd, GB
Full-time

Conformance Manager / Business PartnerA variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.Location: Broughton, Flints... Show more

 • Promoted

Assistant Manager

PhoLiverpool, ENG, GB
Full-time

And come be part of this stylish and lively restaurant brand.Were looking for a cool and charismatic.Salary offer of up to£43,400is made up of a base of.Sure, our food is pretty amazing! But ... Show more

 • Promoted

Team Leader

Creative SupportBlackpool, ENG, GB
Full-time

We are looking for an experienced Team Leader to join our dedicated team and help develop and coordinate our learning disabilities supported housing schemes and domiciliary services across Blackpoo... Show more

 • Promoted

Associate Director

Building Careers UK LtdWrexham / Wrecsam, GB
Full-time

Our client is a leading multidisciplinary consultancy delivering commercial, project management and advisory services across infrastructure, energy, regeneration and the built environment.Combining... Show more

 • Promoted

Music Mentor for Emerging Artists — Part-Time, Liverpool

LCVS (Liverpool Charity & Voluntary Services)Liverpool, England, GB
Part-time +1

LCVS (Liverpool Charity & Voluntary Services) is seeking a part-time NOISE Music Mentor in Liverpool.In this role, you will support emerging musicians by providing expert guidance, constructive fee... Show more

 • Promoted

Performing Arts Teacher (Dance, Music, Drama)

AMA AdminWirral, England, GB
Full-time +1

Performing Arts Teacher - Secondary School.Contract: Full-time/Part-time options available.Milk Education is working in partnership with a welcoming and inclusive secondary school in Merseyside to ... Show more

 • Promoted

Lead a Community Pub: Management Role with Revenue Share

Star Pubs Management AgreementChester, England, GB
Full-time

Star Pubs Management Agreement is offering an exciting opportunity to manage The Cherry Orchard, a community pub coming soon in Chester.This role involves leading a team and fostering a warm and in... Show more

 • Promoted

Director of Learning and Teaching

LIPALiverpool, England, GB
Full-time

The Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA) is internationally recognised as a world-leading centre of excellence for creative learning and vocational training across the performing arts and... Show more

 • Promoted

Managing Director

Accountable Recruitment LimitedLiverpool, England, GB
Full-time

Accountable Recruitment Limited.This role is for a dynamic and commercially astute leader to guide the organisation through its next phase of growth and transformation.This range is provided by Acc... Show more

 • Promoted

Remote Director of Customer Experience & Partnerships

Quinlan MusicLiverpool, England, GB
Remote
Full-time

A music-focused organization is seeking a Director of Customer Relations to lead operations within the Customer Relations department.The successful candidate will inspire and manage the team, devel... Show more

 • Promoted

Assistant General Manager - Up To £32,000 A Year

Zachary DanielsWallasey, United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland, UK
Full-time

Seeking Assistant General Manager for a music venue in Liverpool.Salary up to £32,000 plus benefits. Show more

 • Promoted

Director Of Sales - Kents Hill Park - The Venues Collection

Compass UK & IrelandWalton, ENG, GB
Full-time

Director Of Sales - Kents Hill Park, Milton Keynes | Full-Time / PermanentCompetitive Salary + excellent benefits including healthcare, wellbeing support, 23 days' annual leave plus bank holida... Show more

 • Promoted

Assistant Manager

PrezzoOswestry, ENG, GB
Full-time

Ready to take the next big step in your career? At Prezzo, were looking for a high-energy.This is your chance to bring your personality to the floor, have fun, and inspire a crew that lives for &qu... Show more