Lay Clerk (alto and tenor voice parts)

Overview

Jesus College Choir is looking to recruit an alto and tenor Lay Clerk for the academic year to support and enrich the choral tradition in the beautiful Jesus College Chapel. In addition to regular services in the Chapel, the choir regularly tours internationally and performs with world class ensembles such as the Academy of St Martin in the Fields, the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment and the Britten Sinfonia in concert.

The post holder would be required to sing for all rehearsals, services, concerts and tours (full schedule available within the job description / Candidate Information Pack) and also be available during some vacation periods when touring and recording is usually scheduled. The Lay Clerk will sing with both the Chapel Choir (boy choristers + ATB) and the College Choir (Sopranos + ATB) for the four regular services per week, under the direction of Benjamin Sheen (Director of Music).

They will need to be available during full term (3 x 8 weeks) plus up to approximately 8 weeks of the vacations for further Choir activities. Due to the nature of the post, flexible working hours will be required. There are occasional changes to the schedule, as well as a small number of special services which take place on occasional Wednesday and Friday evenings, such as Ash Wednesday, Christmas Carol Services and special Evensongs for College Feasts.

Benefits

The post holder would receive all the benefits of a choral scholarship at Jesus College, including free singing lessons (up to 10 a year) with one of the College's singing teachers and a termly allowance to spend on meals in Hall or refreshments in the onsite Roost Café. For engagements outside of the College, all travel expenses would be covered and meals or a per diem provided for the post holder. This position would be a fixed term contract for 10 months, commencing in September 2026.

Please note that this position is not open to undergraduates, and that accommodation is not provided as part of the post. This position is compatible with many postgraduate courses or other part time roles.

Eligibility & Requirements

You must be eligible to work in the United Kingdom. This appointment will be made subject to a DBS check.

How to apply

Please submit a short covering letter explaining your suitability for the role, a full CV and details of two referees. In addition, please send a recent recorded video performance (no longer than 5 minutes) demonstrating your vocal skillset. Please send your documents and recording by We Transfer (or equivalent) to Eleanor Lancelot at .

Salary

£5,000 (paid in monthly installments for the duration of the contract)

Vacancy type

Contract

Posting date

Tuesday, April 21, 2026