Board Members – North Yorkshire and York Music Hub Strategic Oversight Board

Do you believe in the power of music to inspire, include and empower children and young people? We’re looking for board members to help lead the North Yorkshire and York Music Hub and strengthen music opportunities for all.

Term: Fixed term (typically 3 years)
Time commitment: Four face to face board meetings per academic year plus preparation

North Yorkshire & York Music Hub are seeking board members to support the governance, strategic development and oversight of the new regional Music Hub established in September 2024.

These voluntary roles offer the chance to shape music education across one of the largest and most diverse regions in England, ensuring children and young people can access high quality and inclusive musical opportunities.

We welcome applications from individuals who:

• have a genuine passion for music education and improving outcomes for children and young people across
• are able to provide constructive challenge and support effective oversight
• who will actively contribute to Board discussions and decision‑making
• are inclusive and collaborative thinkers who value equity, access, and participation

North Yorkshire Council (NYC) are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.

We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

NYC advertise vacancies on behalf of schools and external organisations (third parties) in North Yorkshire. NYC are not responsible for the recruitment/employment practices of third parties and accept no liability in relation to the vacancy and any subsequent recruitment/employment processes. Enquiries regarding the vacancy or practices should be made directly with the third party.

How to Apply

To apply, please send a letter of application (maximum 2 sides of A4), outlining your experience and motivation for applying to Countyhall.Music@northyorks.gov.uk.

For an informal conversation, please contact Nicola Skrzypczak, Lead for North Yorkshire and York Music, by emailing Nicola.Skrzypczak@northyorks.gov.uk.

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About the Provider

North Yorkshire and York Music Hub

North Yorkshire and York Music Hub is led by North Yorkshire Council, the Hub Lead Organisation (HLO) appointed to coordinate and deliver high-quality music education across our area. To achieve this, we work collaboratively with a range of partners to provide music education in their communities.