Music Teacher

Catholic Education; Young; Hybrid; AUD 86,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

24 weeks paid parental leave

14 weeks paid parental leave

Professional development support

Wellbeing program Flourish

Opportunities to transfer to otherArch

Job summary

Hennessy Catholic College is seeking a Music Teacher for Years 7–12 to foster engaging learning experiences and develop musical skills within a supportive community. You will use curriculum-aligned resources and provide regular assessments with personalised feedback.

The role offers professional growth opportunities and a pathway to Coordinator leadership for the right applicant, in a dynamic regional setting with strong collaboration across staff and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching required.
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) required.
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation required.

Responsibilities

• Teach Music for Years 7–12 (Stages 4–6) using curriculum-aligned resources.
• Use effective teaching strategies and provide regular assessments and personalised feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to support each learner.
• Opportunity to undertake a Coordinator role for leadership growth.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching

Tools

WWCC

NESA accreditation

Job description

Salary Range:$85,694 to $141,638 plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service
Employment Status: Full Time | 76 Hours Per Fortnight
Eligibility:Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date:25 January 2027 | Term 1

About Hennessy Catholic College

Hennessy Catholic College is a comprehensive co-educational school for Years 7 to 12, offering a dynamic and caring environment where all students are welcomed, nurtured, and supported to learn and grow in harmony. Located in a diverse regional community, the College provides a quality education in a safe, inclusive, and pastoral setting. Hennessy continues to adapt to meet the evolving needs and interests of its learners. Our highly qualified and experienced teaching staff offers a broad range of opportunities, supported by a strong culture of collaboration and professional learning that enriches teaching practice and student outcomes.

About the Role

The Music Teacher (Stages 4, 5 & 6) creates an engaging classroom environment where students are encouraged to explore and develop their musical skills. In this role, you will use effective teaching strategies and curriculum-aligned resources to make music accessible and meaningful, connecting lessons to real-world contexts that highlight the importance of music in everyday life. Through regular assessments and personalised feedback, you will support each student’s progress, celebrating achievements and guiding them through challenges. By working closely with colleagues and parents, you will help establish a strong support network around every learner. We are committed to your professional growth, offering ongoing development and accreditation opportunities so you can continue to expand your expertise and bring fresh insights and enthusiasm to the music classroom. For the right applicant, there is the opportunity to undertake a Coordinator role, providing a pathway to further leadership and professional growth.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC)
• NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation

Application Process

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education.

Position-specific queries

Please contact Rachel Hugheson 02 6382 1486 or via email [e-mail].

Application queries

Please contact the Recruitment team on 026234 5427 or via email [e-mail].