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In-Schools Programme Lead, Pimlico Musical Foundation

  •  London
  •  Â£30k-40k (pro rata)
  •  Part time
  •  Closes July 6, 2026
  •  James Day
  •  hello@pimlicomusicalfoundation.org.uk
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Job Summary

This is an expanded role with the Pimlico Musical Foundation, leading and delivering the In-School Programme the core of our work with children in this highly diverse and vibrant part of London.

Job Description

About us
We are the Pimlico Musical Foundation (PMF), a charity founded in 2015 that provides free, high-quality music education to local children in Pimlico and Westminster. Many of the young people we work with face significant challenges, and our work supports their musical development while strengthening the wider community.

We deliver singing programmes across six partner primary schools and run choirs for children and adults, performing locally and at venues including Westminster Cathedral, Oxford University, Opera Holland Park and the Barbican.

In-Schools programmes
Our In-Schools Programme delivers high-quality, tailored music sessions across partner schools in Pimlico and Westminster. Using singing as our core musical language, we work in a range of formats designed to build musical understanding, confidence and enjoyment in young people.

We currently work with St Vincent de Paul Catholic Primary, St Gabriel's Primary, Millbank Primary Academy, Burdett Coutts Primary, Pimlico Primary and St Paul's Eaton Square to enhance the overall musical offering provided in these schools.

At the heart of our approach is the belief that musicianship should be taught in parallel with practical singing skills. PMF teachers work collaboratively with schools to enhance the existing curriculum, not to replace the National Curriculum or substitute for existing provision.

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About the role
This is a fixed-term role running from September to December 2026 which will be advertised as a permanent position for a January 2027 start. It combines programme leadership with hands-on teaching, giving the right candidate both strategic ownership and meaningful daily contact with children and schools. Made possible through generous funding from St Giles and St George, the role will strengthen and extend our curricular approach, particularly at KS1, while taking overall responsibility for the programme's development and delivery across all partner schools.

Job Requirements

Person specification
We're looking for someone who has:

Experience working with choirs and young singers

Experience working in education settings

A good level of piano/keyboard skills, and the ability to accompany confidently within a school setting

Knowledge of choral direction techniques and effective warmups

Experience leading or coordinating a programme

Kod ly or Dalcroze training, classroom teaching experience, and prior experience working with KS1 pupils are desirable.

The role requires someone who enjoys teaching children and recognises the importance of expanding access to high-quality music education.

Job Responsibilities

Job description
Reporting to the CEO & Artistic Director, you will work with our PMF partner schools to lead and deliver a variety of curriculum-enhancing programmes. In particular, you will:

Lead the In-Schools Programme, taking overall responsibility for its planning, development and quality

Deliver PMF sessions across a variety of formats, including KS1 and KS2 Singing Assemblies, Whole Class Singing Sessions, and Choir sessions

Develop the KS1 delivery, ensuring a thoughtful and practical vocal programme for younger pupils

Develop education resources and, in conjunction with the CEO & Artistic Director, devise schemes of work for PMF partner schools

Contribute to monitoring, evaluation, and reporting on the programme for trustees, funders, and partner schools

Maintain strong relationships with our partner schools

Prepare students for termly PMF concerts

Where appropriate, rehearse and direct our choirs for children and adults

Uphold PMF's safeguarding policies

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How to Apply

How to apply
Please submit a CV and cover letter to [email protected] by 10am on Monday 6 July 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

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