Association Of British Orchestras
Deputy Head of Strings (Upper Strings)
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About the Role
Founded in 1882, The Royal College of Music (RCM) is a world leading music conservatoire with a prestigious history and contemporary outlook. Our excellence was recognised by the 2026 QS World University Rankings, in which we were ranked as the No. 1 institution in the UK and Europe, and second globally, for both Music and Performing Arts. The College has held global first and second positions in Performing Arts for five successive years, while Music is a new subject introduced to the rankings in 2024.
Responsibilities
The Deputy Head of Strings (Upper Strings) is a key role in the College and will work alongside the Head of Strings and Assistant Head of Strings (Lower Strings) to continue to develop the world-leading teaching and learning of the Faculty.
They will play a key role in orchestral and ensemble string playing at the RCM through teaching, coaching, leading auditions and student placements.
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They will be recognised for their experience at the highest levels of orchestral performance and, as a respected violin teacher, will develop their own class of violin students.
Job Details
This post is offered on a permanent, part-time basis (0.6FTE) and is available from January 2027.
Job reference number: 309-26
Closing date: 9am Friday 21 August 2026
Interview date: Wednesday 9 and Thursday 10 September 2026
Application Instructions
For full details of this position please read the Applicant Information Pack, available to download from the RCM website: www.rcm.ac.uk/jobs
To apply, please complete our 1) Application form and 2) Equal Opportunities form (available to download from the RCM website) and submit in Word or PDF format by email to recruitment@rcm.ac.uk
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Diversity and Inclusion
The RCM is committed to nurturing diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.
Contact Details
0207 591 4855 & 0207 591 4782
Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London
SW7 2BS
Related Information
Download 309 26 Deputy Head Of Strings Upper Strings Applicant Information Pack
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