The Fusion Ensemble comprises the most enthusiastic young instrumentalists from across our network of schools. Players come from a range of backgrounds and levels of experience and learn a diverse set of repertoire across the year, arranged specifically for each player to ensure that they can access the music and develop musically. The Fusion Ensemble rehearses on six Saturdays across the year in intensive rehearsals, as well as undertaking a weekend residential trip mid-year, and taking part in and end-of-year celebratory concert. Ark's Inspiring Excellence programme is designed to provide our most committed musicians with intensive musical training in ensemble music-making. Learning from a diverse team of Teaching Artists and each other, each ensemble explores a wide range of music and creative processes. Our Music Mentors act as role models and provide valuable support to our Teaching Artists through a variety of projects including working with our school choirs and rap clubs, supporting our ops team at events, chaperoning students, and supporting in ensemble rehearsals. Whilst we are particularly interested in recruiting a cellist, we are happy to consider applicants who may have cello as a second study. *Remuneration* This role includes working alongside the Ark Music team, the Inspiring Excellence ensemble and section leaders, and the wider artistic team with regards to the areas outlined in 'job responsibilities'. *Key dates for 2026-27 are: Residential weekend in Kent: Final celebration concert: Training days: Support music rehearsals, through offering musical and operational support to the ensemble leader Develop and deliver a roster of relevant warm-ups, which are purposeful and fun Establish routines and systems which create a positive learning environment Act as a role model to students, modelling good behaviour and excellent musicianship Stay abreast of modern teaching practices Attend relevant Ark training days Please see full role description by following the link (below). Please email your C.V. to '[email protected]' with subject 'Fusion Section Music Mentor application' and the relevant section (e.g. Brass or Strings) by 23:59 on the closing date. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we encourage you to submit your interest early. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a 25 minute first round interview call held online, to be scheduled around availability. Following the first stage we will invite successful candidates to a second stage which will either be:Job Summary
Job Description
For a standard 6-hour call: Music Mentors working in London are paid £119Job Requirements
6 rehearsal days (Edgware Road):
10/10/26, 05/12/26, 30/01/26, 06/03/26, 22/05/27, 26/06/27
11th to 13th April 2027
14/07/27
01/09/26 (online)
08/09/26 and 14/04/27 (West London)Job Responsibilities
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How to Apply
1. Attending a rehearsal to see your work in action
2. Inviting you to support in an observed rehearsal
3. Scheduling a 'mock' rehearsal (online)