The Radford Charitable Trust Cornwall
Helping young people realise their musical potential...

Recruiting a Freelance Administrator

The Radford Charitable Trust is looking for a Freelance Administrator (8 hrs/week) to support our work providing grants and loaning instruments to young people in Cornwall. 

 

What you’ll do:

  • Be the first point of contact for families, teachers, and donors
  • Process and track grant and instrument loan applications
  • Support our trustees with meetings, reporting, and record-keeping
  • Manage financial admin (including Gift Aid and accounts)
  • Care for our instrument library — from organising loans to arranging repairs
  • Keep our website up to date and spread the word about what we do

 

What we’re looking for:

  • Strong admin and organisational skills
  • Great written and verbal communication
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel and Word)
  • Numeracy skills and attention to detail
  • A professional, approachable manner and ability to work independently
  • Ideally based in Cornwall, or strong connections within Cornwall
  • An interest in music, experience in education, or working with children would be a bonus
  • Ability to drive in order to deliver/collect instruments from time to time 

The role

Freelance, 8 hours per week (all year round – not term-time only).

Salary: £24,000–£26,000 FTE (£4,800–£5,200 pro rata).

 

At the Radford Trust we believe every child should have the chance to explore their musical potential, whatever their background. By joining us, you’ll play a vital part in breaking down barriers and supporting the next generation of young musicians.

 

How to apply: Download the full job description and apply with CV and covering letter by Friday 10th October 2025. Interviews will be held during the week of 20th October 2025.
 
 
"The Radford Sisters were acclaimed by musicians throughout the country.

They worked for many years for the Cornwall Music Festival and brought music personally to villages up and down the county."
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