Chair of Lincolnshire Music Hub
| Posting date: | 22 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | This is a voluntary post (Expenses paid for face to face meetings) |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 21 January 2026 |
| Location: | Lincolnshire, East Midlands |
| Remote working: | Hybrid - work remotely up to 2 days per week |
| Company: | Lincolnshire County Council |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 1033/1931 |
Summary
Chair of Lincolnshire Music Hub Board
Working Pattern: Relief (Hybrid – online quarterly meetings, one face-to-face per year in Lincolnshire)
Contract Type: Voluntary (with expenses reimbursed)
Term: Fixed term (typically 3 years)
Location: Lincolnshire
Closing Date: 8 February 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026
Please note: Enquiries to the music service email will be responded to after the 5th January 2026 due to the Christmas break
Lincolnshire Music Hub is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to become Chair of the Music Hub Board. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of music education across Lincolnshire and ensure that every child and young person has access to high-quality musical experiences.
About the Role
Provide leadership and governance for the Music Hub Board, ensuring compliance with Arts Council England requirements.
Champion the vision and values of Lincolnshire Music Hub, promoting inclusivity and excellence.
Work collaboratively with partners, schools, and community organisations to strengthen music education provision.
Support strategic planning, monitor performance, and drive innovation.
Act as an ambassador for music education in Lincolnshire.
About You
A strong commitment to music education and its impact on young people.
Experience in leadership, governance, or strategic roles (education, arts, or community sectors desirable).
Excellent communication and influencing skills.
Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.
What We Offer
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
Support from a dedicated and passionate team.
Training and development opportunities for governance roles.
Reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying to musicservice@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/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.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
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.
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.
Working Pattern: Relief (Hybrid – online quarterly meetings, one face-to-face per year in Lincolnshire)
Contract Type: Voluntary (with expenses reimbursed)
Term: Fixed term (typically 3 years)
Location: Lincolnshire
Closing Date: 8 February 2026
Interviews: Week commencing 2 March 2026
Please note: Enquiries to the music service email will be responded to after the 5th January 2026 due to the Christmas break
Lincolnshire Music Hub is seeking an inspiring and strategic leader to become Chair of the Music Hub Board. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of music education across Lincolnshire and ensure that every child and young person has access to high-quality musical experiences.
About the Role
Provide leadership and governance for the Music Hub Board, ensuring compliance with Arts Council England requirements.
Champion the vision and values of Lincolnshire Music Hub, promoting inclusivity and excellence.
Work collaboratively with partners, schools, and community organisations to strengthen music education provision.
Support strategic planning, monitor performance, and drive innovation.
Act as an ambassador for music education in Lincolnshire.
About You
A strong commitment to music education and its impact on young people.
Experience in leadership, governance, or strategic roles (education, arts, or community sectors desirable).
Excellent communication and influencing skills.
Ability to build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion principles.
What We Offer
A rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people.
Support from a dedicated and passionate team.
Training and development opportunities for governance roles.
Reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
How to Apply:
Please send your CV and a covering letter outlining your experience and motivation for applying to musicservice@lincolnshire.gov.uk
PLEASE NOTE: It is imperative that your covering letter/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.
Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.
All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.
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.
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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