Overview
We are seeking an Area Manager to join our team playing a central role in leading high‑quality music education across the East of Surrey. This key strategic post focuses on building strong local partnerships and shaping area‑based music provision.
About the Role
As an Area Manager within Surrey Arts, you will lead and develop music and arts programmes across Tandridge, Reigate & Banstead, and Epsom & Ewell. You will work with schools, music centres, community partners and the Surrey Arts senior leadership team to deliver a broad and balanced musical offer.
The role is hybrid, requiring a minimum of one day a week in the Surrey Arts office in Guildford and the remainder of the time split between schools, out‑of‑school centres and home.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide strategic direction for music and arts provision in the region and set clear excellence targets.
- Build and nurture partnerships with schools, community organisations and music centres to deepen engagement and expand sustained musical learning.
- Lead, support and develop an area team, including a Deputy Area Manager and instrumental teachers, through performance conversations and professional development.
- Ensure inclusion, equity and access to a wide range of instruments, genres and pathways, particularly those currently underrepresented.
- Deliver up to 20% of time to teaching and delivery on a developmental basis.
- Act as the main point of contact for the area and contribute to safeguarding as a Deputy DSL.
Qualifications
- Qualified Teacher Status or sizeable experience as an effective music educator and leader.
- A clear vision for high‑quality music education and a proven record of building partnerships.
- Line‑management experience with accountability for delivery outcomes by others.
- Demonstrable innovative approaches that support young people to achieve outstanding musical outcomes.
Our Offer to You
- £47,142 per annum salary (subject to increase with the 26-27 financial year pay award).
- 26 days holiday, rising to 28 after 2 years and 31 after 5 years.
- Option to buy up to 10 days of additional annual leave.
- A generous local‑government salary‑related pension.
- Up to 5 days of carer’s leave and 2 paid volunteering days per year.
- Paternity, adoption and dependants leave.
- An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for health and wellbeing.
- Access to a learning and development hub and a wide range of resources.
- Wellbeing and lifestyle discounts, including gym, travel and shopping.
- The chance to make a real difference to the lives of our residents.
- Opportunities to participate in regional and national music education professional development.
Local Government Reorganisation (LGR)
Surrey County Council is undergoing Local Government Reorganisation, moving from a two‑tier system to two new unitary councils in April 2027. Employees employed on 1 April 2027 will transfer to one of the new organisations, retaining current terms and conditions.
Our Commitment
We are a disability‑confident employer and guarantee an interview to anyone who has shared a disability on the application form and meets the minimum criteria. The UK Establishment is fully committed to supporting candidates with any adjustments and welcoming an inclusive workplace.
How to Apply
To be considered for shortlisting, please submit a CV and answer the following questions – no more than 300 words per answer:
- Why are you suited to this role?
- What does high‑quality music education mean to you?
- Describe an example where you led others through a challenging situation and what you learned.
- Describe a project or initiative you developed that successfully engaged children or young people in musical learning and its impact.
- Describe a time you built or strengthened a partnership with a school, community organisation or external agency and the difference it made.
Contact Us
Please contact us for any questions relating to the role, including flexible working requests or barriers to employment. Interviews will take place at the Surrey Arts Office, GU3 3BH.
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