Director of Music

We are a vibrant, Eucharistically-centred community in the liberal catholic tradition, encouraging one another in our discipleship and drawing God’s people together

We’re looking for:
A creative and inspirational person to maintain and grow our music tradition, who can work collaboratively and draw on a wide-ranging repertoire of music and musical styles and:

• Demonstrate a high standard of organ playing

• Is experienced in training and leading choirs

• Can imaginatively incorporate professional musicians into liturgical music

• Can be a team leader and team player

• Understands liturgy and the role of music within it

• Can think outside the box and enthuse a sense of fun in music making

In return, we offer:

• the opportunity to minister in a diverse, lively and international London community;

• the opportunity to lead a talented music team including eight choral scholars, organist and instrumentalists;

• a grade 2* listed organ, refurbished in 2015

• an appreciative congregation;

• a generous remuneration package of £20,000 for 22 hours per week; and

• a one-bedroom flat at a subsidised rent

Candidate Pack Available at: stjohns-hydepark.com

For an informal chat about what we’re looking for and how you might fit in, contact the Vicar: The Reverend Steve Mason
parishadmin@stjohns-hydepark.com • 020 7262 1732

Closing date for applications: 4 December 2023
Interviews: 13 December 2023

All appointments are subject to acceptable pre-appointment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check.

The Diocese of London is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce which represents our context and wider community. We are aware that those of Global Majority Heritage/United Kingdom Minority Ethnic (GMH/UKME), women, and disabled people are currently under-represented among our clergy and workforce, and we particularly encourage applications from those with the relevant skills and experience that will increase this representation.