The Diocese of East Anglia seeks to appoint an outstanding musician to be the next Director of Music. The position is based at The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Norwich, where the successful candidate will direct the Cathedral Choristers and Schola Cantorum, and have executive oversight for music at all ceremonies and liturgies in the Cathedral and at Diocesan events.
The Diocese of East Anglia is also part of the National Schools Singing Programme, and the successful candidate will be responsible for the further development of singing in Diocesan schools.
Post Director of Music – Diocese of East Anglia
Salary £38,000-£43,000
Location The Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist, Norwich
Accountable to Vicar General
Hours 37.5 hours per week, permanent contract
Holidays 28 days per year, to be taken outside term time (plus bank holidays and Curial Office closure days between Christmas and New Year)
Start date January 1, 2024 (or sooner)
Role: The Director of Music has executive oversight of all music-making in the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and at Diocesan events outside the Cathedral.
Applicants are asked to send the Application Form along with a Covering Letter to Mrs Laura Hastings, PA to the Bishop of East Anglia: laurat@rcdea.org.uk
The closing date for applications is Wednesday September 20, at 12noon.
Interviews will be held at the end of September in Norwich.