Head of Primary Music

Canberra Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13.5% superannuation

Professional development funding

Salary packaging

Complimentary daily coffee

Discounted lunches

Onsite health clinic

Employee Assistance Program

14 weeks paid parental leave

School fee concessions

Job summary

Canberra Grammar School seeks a dynamic Head of Primary Music to provide strategic and operational leadership for the Music programme from Pre-School to Year 6. You will drive growth, quality and impact, develop the curriculum and ensembles, and align pathways across campuses.

You will collaborate with senior leaders, shape innovative music experiences, and build strong student pathways while engaging staff and families within a vibrant independent school community.

Qualifications

• Experience leading growth of educational programmes.
• Need a compelling vision for Primary Music.
• Strong knowledge of music education from ELC to Year 6.
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card is required.
• Current National Police Check is required.
• Full working rights in Australia.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Primary Music programme.
• Lead growth, quality, visibility and impact from Pre-School to Year 6 including Campbell Campus.
• Develop curriculum, ensembles, performance programmes and pathways.
• Collaborate with Head of Primary School and Director of Music.
• Foster community engagement and staff leadership.

Skills

Programme growth

Vision setting

Music education (P-6)

Early years qualifications

ACT registration (TQI)

PYP / Inquiry pedagogy

Curricular & co-curricular music

Student pathways

Contemporary teaching

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Community partnership

Pastoral care

Administrative skills

Independent school life

Education

ACT teacher registration (TQI)

Early Years qualifications

Job description

• Join a vibrant, forward-thinking educational environment
• 5 years fixed-term leadership contract, ongoing teaching contract
• Relocate to ACT, relocation assistance will be provided

About the Role

The Head of Primary Music provides strategic and operational leadership for the Music programme across the Primary School, leading its growth, quality, visibility and impact from Pre-School to Year 6 including the Campbell Campus.

The role is responsible for the development of the entire Primary Music enterprise, encompassing curriculum, co-curricular opportunities, ensembles, performance programmes, student pathways, community engagement and staff leadership.

Working in close partnership with the Head of Primary School and the Director of Music, the Head of Primary Music contributes to the development of a coherent and aspirational Pre-School to Year 12 Music pathway, ensuring that students experience outstanding musical opportunities and clear progression throughout their educational journey.

About You

You are an engaging and inspiring educational leader with a passion for primary music and strong curriculum knowledge from ELC to Year 6.

Additionally, you also have:

• Experience leading the growth and development of educational programmes
• Ability to develop and implement a compelling vision
• Strong knowledge of music education and programme development from Pre-school to Year 6
• Early Years qualifications, or the commitment to attain them in the first 2 years of the position
• An ACT teacher's registration through the ACT TQI or the ability to obtain one
• PYP experience or an understanding of Inquiry pedagogy
• Experience leading curricular and co-curricular Music initiatives
• Understanding of student pathways and talent development
• Deep understanding of contemporary teaching and learning
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to engage positively with students, staff and families
• Commitment to community building and partnership
• Proven experience in the provision of pastoral care to effectively meet the personal, social, emotional and academic needs of all students
• Well-developed administrative and organisational skills
• Commitment to the full life of an independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours

All CGS team members are required to have:

• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check
• Full working rights within Australia

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Employee awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concessions (for permanent team members)

Working at CGS

At Canberra Grammar School, you will join a vibrant, welcoming and forward-thinking community committed to delivering an exceptional education.

Our educators are encouraged to grow, innovate and make a meaningful difference. They place student learning and wellbeing at the heart of everything they do, inspiring young people to pursue personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

If you are ready to inspire curiosity, encourage courageous thinking and help students explore the beliefs, values and ideas that shape our world, we would love to hear from you.

Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child-safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with the Schools Child Safe policies.