Community Music Programme Coordinator – Maternity Cover

Terms of employment: Part Time 3 days or 22.5hrs/week

Contract: 9 months with options to extend. PAYE

Salary: Approx £18k [0.6 FTE £30,030]

Location: Readipop Studios, 15 Trafford Road, Reading, RG1 8JP

We are seeking an organised and motivated person to support the leadership team by managing and coordinating the delivery of our impactful, community music programme including our youth music programme, education workshops and other targeted/funded projects in the community and at Readipop Studios whilst maintaining the quality of our programmes and the safety and well-being of our participants.

Working Conditions:

• Based at Readipop studios.
• Flexibility in working hours may be required to accommodate schedules and events.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Management and coordination:

To manage Readipop’s youth music programme, education workshops, community music initiatives, and other targeted/funded projects. By overseeing project coordination, including scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation. Manage programmes efficiently, meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.

Quality Assurance and Impact Evaluation:

Maintain high standards of quality, safety, and ethics in all programme activities and compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and standards.  Continuously monitor and evaluate our programme, using data and feedback to evidence impact and support improvement.

Engagement:

Maintain strong relationships with stakeholders including young people, partners, funders, and community members. Represent Readipop in various forums and events to advocate for our programmes, promote collaboration, and help secure funding opportunities.

Team Management and Collaboration:

Manage and collaborate with Readipop Music Leaders, freelancers, and other staff members involved in programme delivery. Fostering

 a collaborative and supportive team environment, encouraging innovative approaches to music education and community engagement. Leading on programme meetings to ensure everyone is kept up to date.

Safeguarding:

Ensure that all programmes and activities adhere to safeguarding policies and procedures. Provide support to Readipop Music Leaders, freelancers, and staff to promote a safe and creative environment for all participants, particularly young people.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATION:
ESSENTIAL

• Experience in working with young people.
• Management and coordination experience.
• Strong IT skills in office-based software and equipment e.g. Office, Xero.
• An understanding of and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Ability to work within a diverse team, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• A hard working, enthusiastic and personable nature.
• A collaborative, ‘can do’ attitude.
• The ability to prioritise a busy workload and work flexibly to a high standard.
• An enthusiasm for pitching in and problem solving with the team.

DESIRABLE – If you also have any of the following, or similar relevant experience, then please let us know in your application:

• Experience in the community, music, arts or culture sector and a passion for community development.
• Relevant local knowledge – e.g. of Reading and Readipop’s work. See our website, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

MUSIC LEADERS

We welcome contact from freelance music leaders, music tutors and those with experience of delivering music education projects.

We are currently looking for music leaders experienced with:

– Music technology and Logic Pro

– Samba and group drumming

– Band leadership/multi-instruments