Programme Manager: Pathways. Children, Families & Young People. (Maternity Cover)

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Britten Pears Arts


Job: Programme Manager: Pathways. Children, Families & Young People. (Maternity Cover)

Job: Programme Manager: Pathways. Children, Families & Young People. (Maternity Cover)

Organisation: Britten Pears Arts

Postcode: IP17 1SP

  • Job Title: Programme Manager: Pathways. Children, Families & Young People. (Maternity Cover)
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Music
  • Role: Creative
  • Contract: Temporary
  • Closing date: Mon, 05 Oct 2026

  • Location:

    East

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Job Summary

Lead and develop inspiring music learning pathways for children and young people at Britten Pears Arts. Oversee key programmes, partnerships and teams, ensuring high-quality, inclusive musical experiences that help young people develop their skills and fulfil their potential.

Job Description

The Programme Manager: Pathways leads the planning, delivery and development of Britten Pears Arts’ music learning pathways for children and young people. Leading programmes including Advanced Young Musicians (AYM), KS1 Musicianship and Friday Afternoons, the role ensures high-quality, inclusive musical experiences that support participation, progression and talent development.

Working with artists, tutors and colleagues, the postholder will develop curricula, learning outcomes and clear progression routes, while overseeing participant recruitment, assessment and progression. They will manage rehearsals, courses, concerts and performances, ensuring an excellent and inclusive participant experience.

The role will develop strong partnerships with schools, Music Hubs, conservatoires and other sector organisations, representing BPA externally and contributing to relevant networks. It will also oversee the development of Friday Afternoons, including digital content and licensing, and champion youth voice to ensure programmes reflect participants’ needs and experiences.

The Programme Manager will manage budgets, monitor expenditure and forecast costs, while leading evaluation and reporting to support continuous improvement. They will line manage staff, freelancers and artists, providing clear direction, support and development.

Safeguarding is central to the role, ensuring activity meets safeguarding, licensing, DBS and Department for Education requirements.

The successful candidate will be a trained musician with significant experience in music education and programme or event management, a strong understanding of the music education landscape and experience working with young people. They will be a confident, collaborative leader committed to educational excellence and inclusive practice.

The role is based at Snape Maltings.

Tuesday-Saturday, including after-school delivery on Fridays and occasional extended hours.

£30,000 – £35,000

Job Requirements

Trained musician with significant experience in music education.
Experience in programme or event management.

Experience delivering high-quality programmes for children and young people.

Strong understanding of the wider music education landscape.

Experience working with artists, tutors, schools and sector partners.

Confident and collaborative leadership skills.

Experience managing staff, freelancers or creative practitioners.

Strong organisational, communication and financial management skills.

Understanding of safeguarding and DBS requirements.

Commitment to inclusion, educational excellence and accessible practice.

Passion for supporting young people to develop, progress and thrive.

How to Apply

What helps us get the most from your application:

A CV that shares your experience, skills and what you’ve been involved in
A cover letter giving us a sense of who you are, what interests you about the role, and what you would bring to it
Applying via our website where possible, so your application comes through clearly and can be reviewed in full
We understand there’s no single “right” way to apply, and that people bring different experiences and styles. If there’s anything we can do to support you in the process or make adjustments, please feel free to get in touch—we’d be very happy to help.

We are an equal opportunities employer and believe that diversity strengthens and enriches us. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates of all ages and from all backgrounds, in particular from global majority backgrounds and disabled candidates who are currently under-represented at Britten Pears Arts and Snape Maltings Trading Limited.

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