Welcome
Here you will find information about the vacancy of Director of Music at St Etheldreda's Church, Hatfield. Closing date for applications: 15th October 2025.
At St Etheldreda's and St Luke's we value highly the contribution music makes to our worship.
We are seeking an enthusiastic 'team-player' to train our choir and provide music in support of the liturgy. As a church we seek to engage with our local community, and we believe music can play a significant part in this endeavour. We are very keen that the new Director of Music will share our enthusiasm.
Please use the links below to access detailed information.
A full job description can be found here
Additional information about terms of employment can be found here
Application and selection procedure
Closing date for applications is 15th October 2025
Applications by letter or email, including a full C.V.
Please include your full contact details and a description of why you are interested in the post of Director of Music. Please give details of musical training, qualifications, and experience, together with the names and contact details of two referees, who will be asked to comment on your musical ability, your work with a choir, and your experience as a collaborative colleague. Preferably, one of the referees should be a member of the clergy.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a further interview and audition in late October at:
St. Etheldreda’s Church,
Fore Street,
Hatfield,
HERTS.
AL9 5AN
Applications should be sent by post or email to:
Director of Music Application
9, Fore Street
Hatfield
HERTS
AL9 5AN
or
If you would like to arrange an informal phone conversation about the post, please use the email address above.
In line with good practice, our relevant safeguarding policies are listed below:
Our policy on the safeguarding of children can be found here
Our policy on the safeguarding of vulnerable adults can be found here
Our policy on the employment of ex-offenders can be found here
Useful links:
St Etheldreda with St Luke website Music Page https://www.stetheldreda.org/news/music/
St Etheldreda with St Luke Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/StEthsHat/