Job Introduction
Job Title: Head of Lincolnshire Music Service
Working Pattern: Hybrid working, around three days per week office‑based; full‑time
Salary: Soulbury Scale from 16 to 20 plus 3 SPA points
Location: Lincolnshire Music Service Headquarters, Cherry Willingham, Lincolnshire
Closing Date: Saturday 21 June 2026
Interviews: Thursday 9 and Friday 10 July 2026
Lincolnshire County Council are looking for an experienced leader to become the Head of the Lincolnshire Music Service.
Lincolnshire Music Service is an award‑winning, forward‑thinking organisation within Lincolnshire County Council, recognised for its excellence in delivering and coordinating high‑quality music opportunities for children and young people across the county.
As the lead partner for the Lincolnshire Music Hub, we support music provision in approximately 95% of Lincolnshire schools, working with a highly skilled workforce of 80 instrumental tutors alongside a further 40 commissioned professionals and partner organisations. Through strong, trusted partnerships with schools, families and communities, we champion the power of music to inspire, connect and transform the lives of all young people.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to shape, develop and lead the future of music education in Lincolnshire, building on an established, high‑quality programme of services while driving innovation and growth. Lincolnshire is a vibrant and ambitious place for music‑making, with a strong and growing local, regional and national profile, offering an inspiring landscape in which to make a lasting impact.
We are looking for a values‑driven, people‑focused leader with a deep understanding of music education and the confidence to operate at a strategic level. You will bring a strong track record of leadership within a music service, music hub, arts organisation or school, alongside the ability to inspire, support and challenge others to deliver their best.
This role will suit someone who is collaborative and outward‑facing, comfortable working with a wide range of partners and stakeholders, and able to navigate change with creativity, resilience and clarity of purpose. You will combine a passion for high‑quality, inclusive music provision with sound judgement, financial awareness and a commitment to continuous improvement — ensuring that Lincolnshire Music Service continues to thrive, innovate and make a meaningful difference for children and young people across the county.
The office base is at the Lincolnshire Music Service head quarters in Cherry Willingham which offers excellent facilities and parking. There is the potential of hybrid working with an expectation of around three days per week in the office and the flexibility of some days working from home.
If you would like an open and informal discussion regards this role then please contact; Jennifer McKie via email musicservice@lincolnshire.gov.uk
Closing date: 21st June 2026
Interview date: 9th & 10th July 2026
Due to recent changes in immigration law in the UK we are unable to offer skilled worker visa sponsorship for this role as it does not meet the requirements.
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your personal statement clearly states why you have applied, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria for the role as set out in the Job Description (attached on LCC jobs Site) and what you feel you can bring to this role, the team and the wider County Council.
Please refer to our Job Information Pack here to support you in your application.
A relocation package may be considered for the successful candidate. More details relating to our Relocation Policy can be found here.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward. Please also note: once an application is submitted it is final and cannot be amended. If you withdraw your application, it cannot be reinstated and you will not be able to submit another application for that vacancy. If you have an issue with your submitted application, please contact recruitment@lincolnshire.gov.uk.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions.
Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
A Smarter Working Employer
We have embraced new ways of working and hybrid working will be a feature of this role. You will be given a nominated contractual work base and you will be required to commute to this work base when necessary. Working arrangements regarding hybrid working will be discussed as part of the appointment process.
Our technology platform and equipment is very good enabling you to connect and collaborate remotely. We require that you have in place good connectivity, and we will discuss during the recruitment process if support with this is needed.
Fluency Duty
In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.
Our values – collaborative, adaptable, eco-conscious, supportive, and responsible – guide everything we do. We’re looking for candidates who share these values and bring them to life in their work, helping us build strong teams and make a real difference in the communities we serve.
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