Lay Clerks - 1 Alto, 1 Tenor & 1 Bass

Description

The New College Choir wishes to appoint three lay clerks from 1 October 2026. The posts are fixed-term for one year, with the possibility of extension.

Details of the role: As well as singing daily services during university term, lay clerks enjoy excellent opportunities to develop solo singing in concerts and recordings, and on tour, in the UK and abroad.  The posts will suit singers building up a professional portfolio, and the choir’s schedule enables lay clerks to take up opportunities to sing professionally in Oxford and beyond. 

Further Particulars can be found here.

Salary: £10,887 p.a., concert and recording fees plus singing lessons currently up to the value of £720.

Application Procedure: Applicants should provide a covering letter, CV including the names of two referees.

Closing Date: The closing date for applications is Friday 6th February 2026.

Auditions: To be held in person on Monday 16th or Thursday 19th February at New College as availability permits. Candidates will be asked to sing a Bach or Handel aria and undertake sight reading tests.