Music and Drama Graduate Assistant

St George’s School Windsor Castle is seeking a Residential Graduate Assistant - Music and Drama who will also share in the role of Chorister Chaperone for the choristers of St George’s Chapel. From September 2025 - July 2026 on a fixed term contract.

Detail

The Graduate Assistant will work closely with the Academic staff, the Performing Arts Faculty and the Boarding House team to assist them in ensuring that all students have a positive experience.

Considered as a full member of the teaching staff, the post holder will, dependent on strengths and experiences, utilise these to help with and lead small group musical tasks; manage music ensembles; support drama productions and lessons; and undertake Boarding House duties.

To encourage independent and adventurous learning in a supportive, secure, and stimulating learning environment. It is expected that Graduate Assistants inject energy and enthusiasm in all that they do.

Specific Responsibilities

1. Providing support in curriculum music and drama lessons
2. Teaching aural and theory to small groups and individuals
3. Preparing students for various group and solo performances
4. Running at least one ensemble (vocal or instrumental)
5. Accompanying students in performances and music examinations
6. Strong keyboard skills are essential to the role (although this need not be your first instrument)
7. Supporting ABRSM and LAMDA exams including assisting with student performance preparation
8. Assisting with the organisation and smooth running of termly concerts and musical events
9. Assisting with the organisation and smooth running of the termly drama productions
10. Supporting chorister instrumental practice
11. Providing front of house and/or stage management for concerts and school productions
12. Completing routine administrative tasks
13. A proficiency with music technology would be an advantage, as would an interest in drama / musical theatre

Graduate Assistants report to the House Parents, with additional reporting lines relevant to their specific role (in this case, the Director of Music).

The Graduate Assistants will be appraised annually by the House Parents.

How to Apply

All completed application forms should be emailed for the attention of:

Head of Boarding - Jonny Onions

St George’s School Windsor Castle, Windsor, SL4 1QF

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Applications will be considered as they are received and the school may make an appointment at any time.

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 18 April 2025.

Interviews will be held shortly afterwards.

St George’s School Windsor Castle is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post. The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks in accordance with the relevant statutory guidance, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, satisfactory references, proof of identity and eligibility to work in the UK, a review of their social media presence and proof of qualifications.

St George’s School Windsor Castle is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage/civil partnerships.

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