Music and Arts Administrator

Maternity Cover – 9 month fixed-term contract • Starting April 2026

Mayfield School, a leading Catholic independent boarding and day school for girls aged 11–18, is seeking an organised, proactive and enthusiastic Music and Arts Administrator to join our Music Department on a 9-month maternity cover contract.

Based within the Music Department and reporting to the Director of Music, this varied and rewarding role provides essential administrative support to both Music and Drama, while also contributing to the wider School Office administration when required.

Why Work with Us?

As Music and Arts Administrator, you will play a vital role in supporting the vibrant musical and creative life of the School. From coordinating instrumental and LAMDA lessons to supporting concerts, productions and examinations, this role is ideal for someone who enjoys organisation, communication, and working in a lively school environment.

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Providing administrative support to the Director of Music and Head of Drama
• Coordinating instrumental, singing and LAMDA lessons for visiting tutors
• Creating and maintaining individual pupil timetables using iSAMs and SOCS
• Communicating with parents and pupils regarding lessons, rehearsals, concerts and productions
• Supporting the organisation and promotion of concerts, productions and events
• Maintaining accurate records for billing, invoicing and reporting
• Minute-taking for departmental meetings and preparing reports as required
• Assisting with trips, rehearsals, piano tuning, equipment ordering and stock control

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office (training on iSAMs and SOCS provided)
• Friendly, professional and comfortable communicating with pupils, parents and colleagues
• Able to work independently while contributing positively to a team
• Flexible and willing to support occasional evening and weekend events
• Interested in music and the performing arts (experience or musical appreciation desirable)

Hours & Flexibility

• 37.5 hours per week
• Monday – Friday 08:30 – 17:00
• Some evening and weekend work required to support concerts and productions

Staff benefits include:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Generous contributory pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Health and wellbeing service
• Free meals during term-time
• Free on-site parking

How to Apply

If you feel this is the role and environment for you, an application form can be found on the School’s website: https://www.mayfieldgirls.org/about/staff-vacancies

All applicants must complete the School’s application form; CVs alone will not be accepted.

For further information, please contact the HR Department at hr@mayfieldgirls.org

Closing date for applications: Monday 9 February 2026

Interviews may take place before the closing date, and the School reserves the right to appoint early.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The School is an equal opportunities employer.