Music Librarian (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
National Children's Orchestras Closing date: Mon, 06 Jul 2026
- Part time
- £30k-£40k
- Apply now
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Job Summary
Job Description
NCO's Fixed Term Music Librarian (maternity cover) will manage NCO's Music Library by maintaining all owned material and making arrangements for hired material. They will work with conductors, music tutors, composers and arrangers to ensure music is suitable for young musicians, to create and upload prep and practice parts and to prepare, clean, and circulate
scores and parts for all NCO activity. Please see job pack for key responsibilities and full details.
Job Requirements
Passion for the transformative power of orchestral music making for all young people.
An ability to think creatively, be innovative and take initiative.
Interest and enthusiasm for working with children, young people and musicians.
Proven ability to work effectively under pressure with professionalism and good humour.
Demonstrable knowledge and understanding of orchestral music.
Experience working as an Orchestral Music Librarian.
An understanding of and commitment to promoting equity, diversity and inclusion.
An understanding of safeguarding concerns for organisations working with children and young people.
The ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Exceptional organisational and administrative skills with an ability to create and maintain effective processes.
Experience of using Microsoft IT packages (Excel, Word etc.), using Music Software such as Sibelius, and systems like CRM, websites, databases, digital platforms e.g. Zoom
Job Responsibilities
Please see job pack for job responsibilities.
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Job Overview
- Job Title: Music Librarian (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
- Salary: £30k-£40k (pro-rata)
- Hours: Part time
- Artform: Music
- Role: Admin, Secretarial & PA
- Contract: Contract
- Closing date: Mon, 06 Jul 2026
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Location:
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Job: Music Librarian (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
Job: Music Librarian (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)
Organisation: National Children's Orchestras
Postcode: BS4 3AS
How to Apply
Please view the job pack via the link (scroll down to the Administrative Team drop down) and apply via the application form by 9am Monday 6th July.
- Contact name: Tammy Daly
- Contact email: [email protected]
About National Children's Orchestras
At NCO children aged 8-14 uncover the joy of orchestral music, unleash their creativity and realise their ambitions.
More than 2000 children aged 8-14, from around the UK, connect with National Children’s Orchestras each year. They take part in:
auditioned Orchestral Weeks and Weekends, non-auditioned workshops including Orchestral Days and tailored projects, Schools Concerts and special projects with music education hubs and free tickets to concerts.
Play together. Be unstoppable.