Chair of the Feoffees
Chair of the Feoffees
Chetham’s School of Music is seeking a Chair of the Feoffees to join the internationally renowned specialist music school located in city centre Manchester. Chetham’s is a magical place, home to the UK’s largest specialist music school, the oldest library in the English speaking world and a world-class concert venue all in the heart of Manchester.
The Role
We are seeking to appoint, in a voluntary capacity, an individual with a background in strategic leadership and strong business and financial acumen to lead our non-executive board of Feoffees. Your background does not necessarily have to be in education, heritage, charities or the arts, but you must have a passion for all the benefits they can bring.
As Chair of the Feoffees, your role is to work alongside the School Governors, Library Committee and Senior Leadership. Your leadership of the Foundation will enable it to achieve its vision and strategic ambition, including the provision of facilities and buildings that are commensurate with a world-leading institution.
How to apply
Please send a letter of interest and a CV.
If you would like an informal discussion in advance of the closing date, please email and this will be arranged.
At shortlisting stage, a more thorough details form will be requested which includes work history and references.
Chetham’s is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Reg. Charity No: 526702
This is Chetham’s. We are home to three extraordinary places –Chetham’s School of Music, Chetham’s Library, and The Stoller Hall –and we are united by one clear vision which is to bring people together.
We believe in the power of music and creativity to unite people, and we are committed to educating and inspiring the next generation of musicians and thinkers.
We are driven by our values to make music and education more accessible, to enrich the lives of people in Manchester and beyond, and to improve wellbeing through the magic of music and learning.
