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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.
Current Vacancies
Set Up Team – Guildhall Young Artists Norwich
Location: Wymondham High Academy
Pay: £20/hour | Self-employed
Hours: Saturdays, 7:30–8:30am (term time)
About the Role
Help us prepare our Saturday music and drama centre for young people aged 4–18. Tasks include moving equipment, setting up rooms, and ensuring everything is ready for the day.
What We’re Looking For
- Reliable and practical
- Good communication skills
- Willing to follow safeguarding and health & safety guidelines
Enhanced DBS Checks will be required.
Closing date for applications is Saturday 6th December.
Please note we may interview before this date so applicants are advised to apply as soon as possible.
For more information, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply, please download and complete the application form and send by email to gyanorwich@gsmd.ac.uk
Candidates are encouraged to apply early as we regularly monitor applications and reserve the right to close this advertisement early.
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 Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do. The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation – and is committed to regularly benchmarking and reviewing pay against external sectors.
Programme Leader BA Production Arts
Permanent contract, full time
Salary range: £59,060 – £66,670 per annum inclusive of all allowances
We are seeking an outstanding individual to take up the post of Programme Leader, BA Production Arts.
The Production Arts Department at Guildhall is responsible for the delivery of the BA Production Arts, BA Performance Design and MA Collaborative Performance Making. Across this portfolio of programmes, it addresses a wide range of performance making skills. The undergraduate programmes focus on skills in automation, costume, design, lighting, production management, prop making, scenic art, scenic construction, show control, sound, stage management, and video design and production. Students have substantial opportunities for learning in and through production projects – these are largely undertaken in collaboration with the Drama Department (plays), the Opera Studies department (operas, including excerpts and shorter-form pieces), Guildhall Production Studio (GPS, digital media projects) and external partners. The Department undertakes research, outreach, and industry engagement across its areas of specialism.
The Programme Leader, BA Production Arts works closely with the Director of Production Arts and senior colleagues to provide leadership of the BA Production Arts programme and across the department’s activities in the Guildhall School. This includes interactions with external stakeholders, including staff recruitment, student recruitment (including outreach, access, and participation), programme delivery, quality assurance, student experience, research, and industry engagement. They will have significant responsibility for successful programme delivery; the student experience in relation to all academic elements including the management of resources associated with programmes; and staffing, including line management of the Heads of Pathway, staff development, and engagement with industry and other external stakeholders.
The Programme Leader role will be combined with other duties in accordance with specialism and institutional need, as agreed with the Director of Production Arts and in accordance with a balanced workload overall.
The successful candidate will have significant experience of programme/education management within Higher Education settings; and theatre/performance practice in a range of settings. You will have the ability to contribute to the Department’s profile and public-facing activities (e.g. through research and/or professional practice, sector engagement, and external networks); demonstrate excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, and a commitment to equity and inclusion.
For further information, please see the Job Information Pack:
For an informal discussion concerning the role, please contact Hansjörg Schmidt, Director of Production Arts, on hansjorg.schmidt@gsmd.ac.uk.
Please note, if sufficient applications have been received we will close this role earlier than the closing date.
To apply, please visit https://bit.ly/3M19Mmk.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24hr answerphone) quoting reference number GS9263. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
Closing date for applications is Thursday, 15 January 2026 at 12.00 noon.
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 Guildhall School and City of London Corporation are committed to Equal Opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do. The City of London Corporation is currently undergoing a programme ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation – and is committed to regularly benchmarking and reviewing pay against external sectors.
Research Support Officer (Impact)
Fixed Term 12-month contract, full time with an option to extend (subject to funding)
Salary range: £44,110 - £54,054 per annum (inclusive of London Weighting), depending on experience
Following a first submission to the national research assessment in 2008, its research culture has grown exponentially, now boasting the largest doctoral programme in the sector and a competitive record of research income from major funders. In REF 2021, the School was found to have the highest percentage of world-leading research amongst its music conservatoire peers and the second-highest of all conservatoires across Drama, Music and Production Arts, with 56% of its submission classed as world-leading (4*, the highest rating).
The Guildhall School of Music and Drama is also one of the world’s leading conservatoires and drama schools, offering musicians, actors, and production arts practitioners an inspiring environment in which to develop as creative arts professionals. Situated in the City of London, Guildhall School is ranked number one in Arts, Drama & Music by the Complete University Guide 2023, is one of the top ten performing arts institutions in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2023, as well as the number one higher education institution 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.
The postholder of the Research Support Officer (Impact) position will support staff at the Guildhall School to translate their research and practice into impact. Working with the Head of Research, and the Head of the Research Office, they will take a major role in the project management and co-ordination of the School’s impact submission to the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029.
The role holder will also collaborate closely with colleagues across teams, manage relevant impact databases, and provide expert advice on impact pathways and appropriate forms of research impact evidence. They will deliver tailored training to staff at all career stages, identify opportunities to strengthen and broaden our impact portfolio, and support the development, documentation, and communication of impact for research assessment exercises. They will bring expert knowledge and extensive experience of impact capture processes, REF requirements and best practice in the sector.
You can contact the Head of the Research Office, Jess Cockell, to discuss the role: Jessica.Cockell@gsmd.ac.uk
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online please visit our City of London Vacancy Page.
Closing date: 11:59pm on 4th January 2026
Interviews will take place in week commencing 12th January 2026.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9262. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
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 currently undergoing a programme to ensure that our pay and reward practices are competitive and equitable across the whole organisation to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive in the work that we do.
Senior Student Life Officer
Permanent, part time (21 hours per week)
Salary range: £25,650- £28,572 per annum (including Inner London Weighting), depending on experience/performance
Student Services has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and creative individual to join the growing Student Life team.
The successful candidate will play an integral role in the development and delivery of resources and activities that offer advice and guidance on a wide range of issues that affect the transition to, and experience of, student life.
Our ideal candidate will have substantial experience of working within student support and wellbeing services and a demonstrable commitment to enhancing the student experience. They will have experience of delivering events and initiatives to support student transition and wellbeing, and new ideas to engage students and enhance our provision.
The role requires excellent organisational skills and attention to detail; a proactive and creative outlook; and the ability to work proactively and collaboratively with colleagues across the department at the wider School.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
This role is eligible for hybrid working. A minimum of two days per week in the office is required during term-time.
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online please visit our City of London Vacancy Page.
Closing date: 12 noon on 2 December 2025
Interviews will be held on 13 January 2026
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9260. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
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.
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 Student Services (Operations)
Permanent, full time (35 hours per week)
Salary range: £47,620- £53,310 per annum (including Inner London Weighting), depending on experience/performance
We are seeking a dynamic and skilled individual to join our Student Services leadership team as Deputy Head of Student Services (Operations) — a pivotal role responsible for the operational delivery of high-quality, student-centred services.
As a senior member of the team, the role holder will:
• Act as a principal liaison for operational activities across academic departments and professional services.
• Work closely with the leadership team and senior managers on individual student wellbeing cases and formal support processes, including Student of Concern and Support to Train and Study.
• Play a central role in advancing the School’s strategic ambition to deliver a ‘one-school’, student-centred support framework for mental health, disability, and wellbeing.
The role holder will deputise for the Head of Student Services and lead the day-to-day running of student-facing services, including enquiry management, triage and referral pathways, and case coordination.
The Deputy Head will also play a significant role in service enhancement initiatives and project management, operational compliance, and quality assurance, and driving efficiency, responsiveness, and alignment with institutional priorities
This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys developing and implementing new systems and processes, and is passionate about enhancing the student experience through optimised support functions.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and as part of the selection process the successful applicant will be required to obtain an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service check.
Closing date: 12 noon on 2 December 2025
Interviews will be held w/c 15 December 2025
For more details, please download the Job Information Pack.
To apply online please visit our City of London Vacancy Page.
Alternatively, please contact 020 7332 3978 (24 hr answerphone) quoting reference number OOGS9261. A minicom service for the hearing impaired is available on 020 7332 3732.
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.
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.