Director of Music

Ealing Abbey

Location:

London and Home Counties

Ref: JN014310

The Abbey of St Benedict, London, wishes to appoint a Director of Music to lead the Catholic choir of Ealing Abbey, and to contribute to the development of the Abbey’s sacred music programme from September 2026.

Founded in 1897, the Abbey maintains a high standard of liturgical and musical worship within the Catholic Benedictine tradition and this role offers the opportunity to work in a context where the choral tradition is taken seriously, and where music plays a central role in the liturgical expression of the church. Following the exceptional twenty-year tenure of the current Director, the post will suit a gifted musician who brings artistic sensitivity, professional focus, and a desire to maintain and develop a well-established tradition of excellence in church music.

Subsidised accommodation is available as part of a competitive salary package.

For further information including a job description and application form please click the 'apply for this job' button below or request from: info@ealingabbey.org.uk • 020 8194 2300 (reception)

The closing date for applications is Wednesday, 7th January, 11.59pm with interviews in person in January 2026.

Appointment is subject to an enhanced DBS Check

Registered Charity No: 242715

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Closing date: 07 January 2026

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