Liverpool Ganesh Temple (Liverpool Ganesh Trust) is hiring for the role of Thavil Musician (Religious Worker) in Kirkby, Liverpool, Merseyside, UK. The temple posted it on 23 August 2026 and it is still on its careers page as of 19 October 2026. No closing date is given, so apply soon and confirm with the temple that it is still open.

Job at a glance

  • Employer: Liverpool Ganesh Temple (Liverpool Ganesh Trust)
  • Role: Thavil Musician (Religious Worker)
  • Location: Kirkby, Liverpool, Merseyside, UK
  • Type: Temporary, full-time (35 hours a week)
  • Pay: £12.71 an hour
  • Listed: 23 August 2026
  • Last date: Not stated; the listing is open until filled

Requirements

  • Previous experience as a Thavil musician
  • Practical experience performing traditional Hindu temple music and accompanying ceremonies
  • Ability to play traditional Thavil rhythms appropriate to each ceremony
  • Flexibility to work weekdays, weekends, evenings and festivals

Duties

  • Play Thavil during poojas, abhishekam, archanai and other ceremonies
  • Take part in festivals, processions and special events
  • Work with the priests and other temple musicians
  • Prepare, maintain and safely handle the instrument
  • Attend rehearsals for major festivals

Visa and work authorisation

Liverpool Ganesh Trust appears on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors with A-rated licences for the Temporary Worker – Religious Worker route (register checked 19 October 2026). The listing says any appointment and immigration sponsorship depend on the applicant meeting UK immigration, employment and temple requirements.

How to apply

Email a current CV and the documents the listing asks for to liverpoolkirkbyganeshtemple@gmail.com with the subject line "Application – Thavil Musician – Religious Worker". The temple's careers page is at https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/careers. The vacancy is also advertised on GOV.UK Find a Job (job reference 6a8b4bf2cc6b9c0465048dea).

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Source and verification

Details on this page are taken from the official listing published by Liverpool Ganesh Temple, checked by HinduTone on 19 October 2026. Listings change; confirm the role, pay and closing date directly with Liverpool Ganesh Temple before applying. HinduTone is not the employer and does not handle applications.

Frequently asked questions

How do I apply for this job?

Email a current CV and the documents the listing asks for to liverpoolkirkbyganeshtemple@gmail.com with the subject line "Application – Thavil Musician – Religious Worker". The temple's careers page is at https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/careers. The vacancy is also advertised on GOV.UK Find a Job (job reference 6a8b4bf2cc6b9c0465048dea).

Is visa sponsorship or work authorisation required?

Liverpool Ganesh Trust appears on the Home Office register of licensed sponsors with A-rated licences for the Temporary Worker – Religious Worker route (register checked 19 October 2026). The listing says any appointment and immigration sponsorship depend on the applicant meeting UK immigration, employment and temple requirements.

What is the pay?

£12.71 an hour.

Is this listing verified?

Yes. HinduTone checked it against the official listing (https://www.liverpoolganeshtemple.org.uk/copy-of-rwtm1-june23) on 19 October 2026. Always confirm details directly with Liverpool Ganesh Temple before applying.

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