Now Hiring

Job Title:        Pianist

Salary:             £37,000.00 per annum

Job type:        Full time, permanent role commencing September 2026

Location:        English National Ballet School, Hortensia Road, London SW10 0QS

English National Ballet School, affiliated school with English National Ballet, is a specialist training centre for aspiring and highly talented young ballet dancers aged 16 to 19. We transform talented young dancers into world-class performers over a three-year programme validated by Trinity College, London.

Who we are looking for:

We are now looking to appoint a new Pianist to join the Senior School.

As part of English National Ballet School’s commitment to excellence, this role provides the highest possible standards of pianism and musicianship for class and rehearsals.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

• Ability to sight-read music and play the piano to a high level (ability to maintain tempo and play in standard and compound time signature) to meet the specific needs of dance classes
• Knowledge of appropriate music accompaniment for classical ballet, character dance, solos (variations), and repertoire
• Substantial experience in providing musical accompaniment to a professional or educational dance organisation
• High-level degree or equivalent in practical music studies
• Experience in researching appropriate music for accompaniment
• Excellent musical improvisational skills
• Ability to cope with the physical demands of a busy schedule year-round
• In depth knowledge of the format and structure of classical ballet classes
• Ability to learn extracts from ballet scores quickly and efficiently
• The ability to work in a changing environment and respond flexibly to changing needs and demands.

How to apply: Candidates are invited to complete the application form.