Mobility is essential in order to move from post to post and gain experience, particularly in the search for senior, promotional posts. The salary data was collected in Jun 00 Salary on entry can be very low. Scales can be related to local government administrators. Hours can be long and erratic, many posts are in larger towns whilst others involve a great deal of travel. It is impossible to generalise about conditions of work.
Jobs are available in most areas Opportunities arise nationwide.
Lifestyle implications Involvement in artistic milieu. Job sharing is increasing. Part-time work often quite possible. In certain specialisms there are fewer. Generally equal opportunities policies are in place.