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While we list our current vacancies below, all of our vacancies can also be found on the City of London Careers page, along with details of how to apply.

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The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.

Payroll and HR Data Officer

Fixed term – (24 months) Full time (35 hours per week)

Salary Range: £38,080 to £42,150 per annum inclusive of London Weighting depending on experience.

Guildhall School of Music & Drama is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors, and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world-class professional training in partnership with distinguished artists, companies, and ensembles. A global leader in creative and professional practice, we promote innovation, experiment, and research, and are also one of the UK’s leading providers of lifelong learning in the performing arts, offering inspiring training for children, young people, adult learners, and creative and business professionals. 

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Payroll and Data Officer to support the processing of casual payroll and provide HR data support, ensuring accurate and timely management of staff information.  The successful candidate will have valuable experience in statutory payroll processing within higher education or a similar complex organisation, with strong knowledge of tax, NI, GDPR and Right to Work requirements. They will be confident using computerised payroll systems, highly skilled in Excel and MS Office, and able to communicate complex information clearly. Accuracy, discretion, strong organisation, independent working and a customer‑focused approach are essential.

This role is eligible for hybrid working.

We offer a great benefits package including a generous pension scheme (Local Government Pensions Scheme) and many opportunities to attend performances at the Guildhall School. 

For more details, download the Job Information Pack.

To apply online, please click here

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting GSOOGS9281. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 5^th May 2026. 

We reserve the right to close the vacancy earlier than stated should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications.

All applications must include a completed application form. Please note that late applications will not be accepted.

Guildhall School welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. We are particularly keen to encourage interest from people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+, Black, Asian, and other global majority backgrounds who are currently under-represented at Guildhall School. In recognising the positive value of diversity, we want to better reflect and understand the communities we exist to serve. We are members of the Disability Confident Scheme and guarantee to interview all disabled candidates who would like to be considered under this scheme and who meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. We support and provide adjustments for people with disabilities – if you have a disability and need help with the application process please contact us.

The Guildhall School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expects all employees, workers, and volunteers to share this commitment.

The City of London Corporation is committed to Equal Opportunities and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.

Deputy Head of Learning & Teaching

Fixed Term: (6 Months)Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £59,060 - £66,670 per annum including London Weighting 

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world‑class professional training in partnership with outstanding artists, companies and ensembles.

We are seeking an outstanding individual to take up the post of Deputy Head of Learning & Teaching. You will support the Head of Learning & Teaching and the Provost & Vice Principal (Academic) with the development and implementation of effective strategies and policies to deliver key teaching and learning objectives. You will contribute to strategic leadership across the whole School in learning and teaching for taught programmes, taking a leading role in specific areas and initiatives as designated, to maintain standards, help evolve existing programmes and develop new programmes in line with the School’s strategic vision, sector expectations and best practice.

Guildhall School has entered a partnership with a university overseas to be the lead partner in a College of Music. As part of this project, Guildhall School will design ten academic programmes for validation by and delivery within the partner institution. The School will contribute to staff recruitment by the partner, engage in quality assurance and monitoring processes, and have a substantive responsibility for training faculty members through six different staff development components. You will make a key contribution to aspects of this project and take specific management responsibility for its faculty training programme.

You will have significant experience of working in higher education, with a specific focus on teaching and curriculum development, student experience, quality assurance processes and staff development. Experience in international education settings is desirable.

The post is fixed-term in the first instance. Opportunities for continuance will be discussed with the postholder.

No DBS required

For more information, download the Job Information Pack.

To apply online, please click here 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9280. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732, for questions please sent an email to Tim.Palmer@gsmd.ac.uk.  

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 5 May^th 2026 at 16.00. 

We expect to hold interviews in the week beginning Monday 11^th May 2026.

Please note that, given the nature of the post, you should only apply if you would be able to commence with effect from June 2026. 

Residential Summer Schools Coordinator

Fixed Term (22 June to 14 August 2026) Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £38,080 - £42,150 per annum including London Weighting 

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world‑class professional training in partnership with outstanding artists, companies and ensembles.

Open Programmes is a key part of Guildhall School’s lifelong learning offer, providing inspiring training opportunities for children, young people and adults across music, drama and production arts. 

We are seeking an organised, proactive and people‑focused Residential Summer Schools Coordinator to play a vital role in planning and delivering the residential programme. You will support the Residential Summer Schools Manager with all aspects of preparation and onsite delivery, from logistics, documentation and communications to welfare processes, staffing coordination and participant support.

During the live programme, you will live onsite at Freemen’s School, acting as a visible and approachable member of the residential team. You will help manage daily routines such as registration, curfews and activities, maintain accurate records, coordinate welfare information, liaise with tutors and participants, and ensure the residential environment is safe, welcoming and well‑organised.

We are looking for someone with experience in events, residential programmes, pastoral work or youth settings, ideally involving under‑18s. You’ll bring excellent communication and customer service skills, strong organisational ability, and confidence handling logistics and problem‑solving in a fast‑paced environment. A calm, supportive manner and the ability to build positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partner organisations are key.

An enhanced DBS check is required.

For more information, download the Job Information Pack.

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9277. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.  

Closing date for applications is Monday 4^th May 2026 at 23:59. 

We expect to hold Interviews in the week beginning 18^th May 2026.

Residential Summer Schools Manager

Fixed Term (22 June to 14 August 2026) Full Time (35 hours per week)
Salary Range: £44,110-£49,140 per annum including London Weighting 

Guildhall School is a vibrant, international community of musicians, actors and production artists in the heart of the City of London. Ranked as the top conservatoire in the Guardian University Guide music league table, we deliver world‑class professional training in partnership with outstanding artists, companies and ensembles.

Open Programmes is a key strand within the Innovation Department, offering inspiring learning experiences for children, young people and adults across music, drama and production arts. 

We are looking for an organised, proactive and confident Residential Summer Schools Manager to lead the safe and smooth delivery of our residential programme. This hands‑on role is central to ensuring high-quality participant experience and the effective running of all residential operations.

You will be responsible for planning and coordinating all residential logistics, including but not limited to accommodation, catering, welfare, staffing, safety procedures, scheduling and facilities liaison. During live delivery, you will live onsite at Freemen’s School and act as the primary point of contact for participants and staff, ensuring the residential environment is safe, well‑managed and engaging. You will supervise the Residential Coordinator, Welfare Officer and a team of Residential Assistants, ensuring clear communication, strong safeguarding practices and effective rota coverage.

We are looking for someone with significant experience managing residential or pastoral programmes, ideally involving under‑18s. You will be a calm and capable problem‑solver, able to make confident decisions in a fast‑moving environment, and skilled at building positive relationships with young people, colleagues and partner organisations. Strong organisational ability, excellent communication, and experience handling logistics, welfare concerns and safeguarding requirements are all essential.

An enhanced DBS check is required.

For more information, download the Job Information Pack.

To apply online, please visit https://careers.cityoflondon.gov.uk/apply/ 

Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9278. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.  

Closing date for applications is Monday 4^th May 2026 at 23:59.

Interviews will be held during the week beginning 18^th May 2026.