Vacancies at ISA
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National Arts Coordinator (music, art, performing arts) [full time]
National Arts Coordinator (FULL TIME)
An exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for the arts and education, with excellent organisational skills. Principal purpose of the post: To support, develop and promote the ISA national arts programmes for pupils (visual arts and performing arts such as music, drama, dance, creative writing, digital art and more).
The Association: ISA has a small team of staff working to support the Heads of nearly 800 independent schools. Our schools are diverse and largely challenge the common stereotype of what an independent school is like.
Salary range: £24,771 - £28,850; plus 7% pension contribution
Contract: Permanent Contract (with probationary period) and subject to checks that include the right to work in the UK.
Hours of Work: 35 hrs per week (plus one hour unpaid lunch break), Monday to Friday, though flexibility is expected, including occasional weekend working. Usually 9-5, but some flexibility.
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum, plus up to 8 bank holidays. Holidays must be taken outside of published school term times.
Location: Great Chesterford (Essex/Cambridge border), plus occasional Association events offsite.
The role involves occasional travel nationally, sometimes requiring overnight stays
Closing date for applications: 2 October 2025 (9.00 am)
Interviews: will be held on 17 October at ISA House CB10 1PF
How to apply: You must send a letter of application, as well as your CV and core details form.
National Arts Coordinator - job spec - for full details of the role and the application process.
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If you have questions about the role, please contact Marie-Ange on 01799 581691, or by email on Marie-Ange.Moncuy@isaschools.org.uk.
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ISA is an equal opportunity employer. ISA is an inclusive and nurturing organisation where employees feel empowered to share their experiences and ideas in a culture where difference is valued. We are committed to providing equality of opportunity and fostering opportunities to improve our understanding and practice. We welcome the positive impact that diverse and inclusive teams have at all levels of the Association, celebrating their differing approaches and points of view. More on Inclusion, Diversity and Equity at ISA.