There are numerous benefits to working at the RCM, including opportunities to watch high quality student performances, 24/7 free and confidential advice from Confidental Care (CiC), season ticket loans, contributions to eye tests and much more.
The Royal College of Music is committed to creating a safe, fair and supportive environment for all. Described at its foundation as an institution whose doors were to be ‘thrown open to the whole world’, the RCM is an international and diverse community, which aims to ensure that each individual is treated with respect and dignity.
All staff have the right to apply for/request flexible working should they wish to do so.
Supporting staff wellbeing is very important at the RCM. All staff can get free and confidential advice from Confidential Care (CiC). The service is open 24 hours per day, 365 days per year, by telephone or via the web.
Many staff are trained Mental Health First aiders to support colleagues.
We also have Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) & Wellbeing Ambassadors at the RCM, who act as a first point of contact for staff or students who have EDI or wellbeing questions or concerns. They provide confidential, impartial and non-judgemental guidance.
Our events seasons are packed full of exciting concerts, masterclasses, operas and talks.
Staff are entitled to one free ticket per charged concert (excluding Opera and non-RCM promotions), and unlimited tickets for non-charged concerts.
Interest-free season ticket loans are available to cover the cost of a 12 month season ticket between a member of staff’s residence and the RCM. Tax-free bicycle loans are also available under a similar repayment scheme.
The RCM will cover the cost of an annual standard eyesight test or hearing test (normally up to £25) and contribute £50 towards the cost of glasses, provided that they are for use with a Video Display Unit (VDU).
The Royal College of Music is located in the exciting and vibrant cultural area of South Kensington. We are situated opposite the Royal Albert Hall and within easy walking distance of The Natural History Museum, The V&A, The Science Museum and Hyde Park.
The local area offers many shopping and dining opportunities and staff of the RCM have discounts at a number of local businesses.
The RCM’s payscale is the nationally agreed single pay spine (as used by most Higher Education Institutions) with London weighting incorporated. All roles grades 1-11 are subject to an objective job evaluation process (HERA) which determines the grade of the role.
We will normally appoint to the first point of the grade unless there are exceptional extenuating circumstances. Staff receive an annual salary increment on 1 August until they reach the maximum point of the grade, dependent on 6 months service at 1 August.
The RCM offers a generous amount of annual leave for staff.
Please note, the RCM closes for three days between Christmas and New Year and these days are counted as annual leave.
The RCM understands the demands of family life and seeks to support staff in maintaining a good work-life balance through enhanced pay for maternity, paternity, adoption/surrogacy and shared parental leave. All staff have the right to apply for/request flexible working should they wish to do so.
The RCM operates three pension schemes:
The Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) is available for all administrative staff, and members can make additional voluntary contributions.
The Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS) is available for all academic staff, with members also able to make additional contributions.
Visit the Teachers' Pensions website
The National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) is available for all Junior Department teachers, regardless of earnings.
The RCM offers a range of learning and development opportunities for staff.
Eligible members of staff can also apply for professional development funding to support individual learning activity.
If you would like to speak to us about working at the Royal College of Music in general or about a particular vacancy, please feel free to contact our Recruitment team, who will be very happy to help you.
Royal College of Music
Prince Consort Road
London SW7 2BS
United Kingdom
Registered charity No. 309268
