Music Teacher

Loreto Kirribilli; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nurse on site

Annual flu vaccinations

Employee Assistance Program

Staff wellbeing program

Flexible salary sacrifice

Job summary

Loreto Kirribilli is seeking a highly experienced Music Teacher to join our Performing Arts Faculty in a permanent full-time position, commencing Term 1, 2027. You will teach Music across years 7–12, lead co-curricular ensembles, and collaborate with staff to deliver engaging lessons aligned with our values. Tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation are required; HSC Music 1,2 and Extension experience is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching Music across years 7-12.
• Experience with HSC Music 1, 2 and Extension Courses desirable.
• Must have tertiary qualification and NESA accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music across years 7-12 and develop engaging lessons.
• Lead extra-curricular instrumental ensembles where possible.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and faculty initiatives.
• Support student wellbeing and pastoral care within the school community.

Skills

Music education

Student engagement

Lesson planning

Differentiation

Education

Tertiary qualification in Music education

NESA accreditation

Job description

Loreto Kirribilli seeks a highly experienced, enthusiastic, dynamic and creative Music Teacher to join our successful Performing Arts Faculty in a permanent full-time position, commencing Term 1, 2027.

As a leading Catholic girls’ school in the Mary Ward tradition, Loreto Kirribilli is dedicated to offering an education that liberates, empowers and motivates young women to use their gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity in service of others.

About Loreto Kirribilli

Loreto Kirribilli places students at the centre of all that we do. We are committed to developing ethically minded, socially just and globally aware learners who grow in confidence through high‑quality teaching, collaboration and ongoing professional growth.

Our educational approach is characterised by a strong commitment to academic excellence and inquiry‑led learning, supported by innovation, creativity and reflective teaching practice. We value clear communication, collaboration and leadership, and place a high priority on professional growth and best‑practice pedagogy, all within the context of a Catholic education grounded in values, ethics and spirituality.

About the Role

Reporting to the Principal through the Subject Coordinator, you will:

• Teach Music across years 7-12.
• Experience in HSC Music 1, 2 and Extension Courses and the capacity to lead extra-curricular instrumental ensembles is desirable.
• Plan and deliver engaging, contemporary lessons that foster students’ musical knowledge, creativity and performance skills.
• Apply the School’s assessment and reporting processes consistently
• Differentiate learning to support diverse student needs, in collaboration with the Academic Support Department.
• Contribute to pastoral care through Circle Class, supporting student wellbeing and development.
• Collaborate with colleagues on curriculum development and faculty initiatives.
• Actively participate in co-curricular programs and the broader life of the School.

About You

You are an enthusiastic and committed educator who values both academic excellence and student wellbeing. You will bring:

• Experience teaching Music across years 7-12.
• Strong knowledge of current developments in teaching and learning.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation.
• A collaborative approach with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Willingness to contribute to the pastoral, spiritual, and co-curricular life of the School.
• A genuine passion for supporting the wellbeing, growth and development of young women.
• Commitment to Catholic education and the Loreto tradition.

Why Join Loreto Kirribilli?

• Meaningful work where you can contribute to the education of future women leaders.
• Supportive culture where every staff member’s contribution is valued.
• Beautiful harbourside campus with well-resourced facilities.
• Close proximity to trains, ferries and buses (five minutes' walk).
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Flexible salary sacrifice options.
• School nurse onsite; annual flu vaccinations.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for all staff.
• Staff Wellbeing framework with weekly morning tea and regular social events.

Loreto Kirribilli is committed to child safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be subject to appropriate employment screening. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.