Head of Music and Creative Practice

Job Summary

£45,000 per year pro rata. Travel, accommodation and subsistence is provided.

Orchestras for All seeks a Head of Music and Creative Practice who will lead the artistic vision of Orchestras for All, working alongside the Head of Wellbeing and two Youth Creative Associates (OFA Alums) to shape ambitious, inclusive and youth‑led creative programming for the charity.

The role requires both visionary leadership and a deep commitment to young people, ensuring that Orchestras for All’s creative practice is ambitious, challenges convention, amplifies youth voice and models what an inclusive, accessible orchestra can truly be.

We especially encourage individuals with backgrounds and life experiences similar to the young people we support to apply, particularly those who are underrepresented in our team and the wider orchestral sector. For more information, please refer to our application pack.

Orchestras for All is breaking down barriers to give all young people the life‑changing experience of making music together.

• Location: Remote, UK‑wide – working from home and various residential locations across the UK.
• Contract type: Part‑time fixed‑term.
• Closing date: 9th March 2026 at 09:00.
• Hours: Up to 2 days (15 hours) per week, with occasional additional days during residentials twice per year.
• Contract period: Part‑time fixed‑term until August 2028, with potential to extend to August 2030.