Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed classical concert series for babies, toddlers and their families to enjoy together. Founded by mum and award-winning pianist Miaomiao Yu, the series features outstanding musicians from the top concert stages, with monthly performances in over 45 venues across London and the South East, as well as special events at Buckingham Palace and Royal Albert Hall.

Its about Mozart and Bach, feeding and crying, and dancing to music all of it ~ Miaomiao Yu, founder

We believe that classical music can be shared and enjoyed by everyone and this drives everything we do.

INNOVATION: We think outside of the box, do what no one else has done before. We are an ideas team, and everyone can contribute no matter how big the dream or how small the detail.

MAKE THINGS HAPPEN: We're problem solvers, not problem finders. We move fast and we get things done.

QUALITY: We create the best, and believe in nothing less than exceptional; exceptional concerts, exceptional musicianship, exceptional audience experience.

SELF MANAGE: We are a team of leaders who can work independently AND collaborate.

DIG IN: Be a part of what we are doing in whatever capacity is needed, be flexible, and embrace the can-do spirit.

GROW as part of a talented team where you will be challenged each and every day. We move fast and we make BIG things happen. We are a rapidly growing company, and we give opportunities where we see ability and potential.

WORK FLEXIBLY to fit around a portfolio career and/or family life.

MAKE CONNECTIONS with amazing musicians and people across the arts community.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE by continuing to redefine the classical concert format so more families can enjoy and share great music.

Job Specification

Bach to Baby is working in partnership with The Mighty Creatives to offer a new, paid, 6-month role through the Governments Kickstart Scheme, for young people claiming Universal Credit.

Bach to Baby is the critically acclaimed concert family series in the UK. Founded in 2009, it gives over 500 concerts annually in venues in London and the South East, alongside special events and festivals throughout the season including venues such as Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle.

We are looking for a highly-motivated customer facing individual who will gain invaluable experience working in Concert Management for an innovative concert business. We encourage an entrepreneurial spirit and consider everyone's ideas, the best of which we can turn into actions quickly.

The applicant will be required to travel to concerts across London and further afield as well as working from home and Head Office on occasion.

This role is offered through the Government's Kickstart Scheme. Suitable candidates must be aged 16-24, currently be claiming Universal Credit and are required to apply through local Job Centres following a referral from their Work Coach. Anyone interested should speak to their Work Coach as soon as possible.

Successful applicant to start immediately.

Duties

The role involves all areas of concert management. This will include:

• being the public face of Bach to Baby, representing the brand
• looking after the needs of the audience, artists, venues, and Bach to Baby team members at a concert
• preparation of venue prior to concert, including putting up posters and sound/lighting check; assisting concert attendees, which includes ticketing, giving directions, and serving light refreshments
• introducing the artists, and leading the singing of nursery rhymes at the end of concert
• after concert: assisting in returning the venue to the state in which we found it - full training will be given to do this

Requirements

• Outgoing personality, happy to stand in front of a crowd
• Excellent organisational skills, methodical, with attention to detail
• Good interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective working relationships
• Good time keeping
• Ability to work on own initiative - creative problem solver and self-starter
• Adaptable and ready to embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the company

• Based in London
• Can sing in tune

Location

London

Flexibility

This is a small company that cherishes hardworking entrepreneurship. Certain duties and responsibilities are difficult to define and may vary from time to time, sometimes overlapping in areas with other members of a close-knit team. Flexibility is required in order to have the freedom to think outside the box, explore, develop and learn the various areas in concert management.

Start date

Immediate

Application

This role is offered through the Government's Kickstart Scheme. Suitable candidates must be aged 16-24, currently be claiming Universal Credit and are required to apply through local Job Centres following a referral from their Work Coach. Anyone interested should speak to their Work Coach as soon as possible.

If you have any questions prior to applying, please email us at dreamteam@bachtobaby.com.