The National Youth Orchestra

Who we are

The National Youth Orchestra is the UK’s leading organisation championing orchestral music as a powerful agent for teenage development. We are a welcoming community where every teenager can play their part in shaping their world through extraordinary music.

It’s the greatest adventure a teenager can have in orchestral music where young people develop much more than musical skills.

Joining the NYO community, they are opening up to new friends and possibilities. Stepping out to perform. they are stepping up to new challenges. Sharing their passion with other young people, they are learning to inspire and lead.

Our culture and values

At the National Youth Orchestra, you’ll work as part of a supportive, friendly and adventurous staff team. Learning and personal growth are intrinsic to every role.

Our spacious and light offices near Holborn in central London are a hive of activity, a space for collaboration and ideas. Hybrid working is standard for most roles, with a flexible and supportive culture.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

NYO is an Equal Opportunities employer. Diversity and inclusion are at the heart of our work, and this extends to our recruitment practices. We want to ensure that no job applicant, employee or participant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation. Individuals will be selected, promoted and treated on the basis of their relevant merits and abilities. All employees are required to comply with and actively promote this policy.