Music Teacher (Year 5 to 8)

Aurion; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

On-site facilities

Secondments across campuses

Hybrid & flexible opportunities

Employee benefits

Job summary

Haileybury is seeking an exceptional Music Teacher to deliver engaging music education to Year 5–8 students at our Brighton (Castlefield) campus. The role emphasizes evidence-based pedagogy, explicit instruction, and the effective use of technology to enhance learning.

A collaborative culture supports ongoing professional growth and leadership opportunities. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current VIT Registration.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified music teacher with evidence-based pedagogy and explicit instruction.
• Ability to integrate technology to enhance learning.
• Strong relationships with students and colleagues; collaborative and growth-minded.

Skills

Music teaching

Pedagogy

Educational technology

Collaboration

Data-driven practice

Job description

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Music Teacher (Year 5 to 8)

Location: Brighton (Castlefield)

Work Type: Full Time, Permanent Position

Applications Close: Monday 17 November 2025, 10.00am

About Haileybury

At Haileybury, we believe in the potential of every student. As a proudly non-selective school, we welcome learners from all backgrounds and support them to thrive.

Be part of a collegial, high-performing team of respected professionals who are supported to excel and empowered to enrich the academic, social and wellbeing development of every student in their care. Outstanding opportunities for professional growth, career progression and leadership.

Our work is guided by the Magenta Principles, which shape our culture and daily practice:

• Every student matters every day
• Every staff member matters every day
• Effective practices support sustainability
• One inclusive community

About you

We are seeking an exceptional teacher to join our team. You will bring:

• Passion and expertise in teaching Music to Year 5 to 8 students
• Evidence-based pedagogy and a commitment to explicit instruction
• Effective use of technology to enhance learning
• Strong, respectful relationships with students and colleagues
• Collaborative spirit and a drive for continuous improvement
• Curiosity and commitment to deep learning
• Ongoing professional growth, using data and feedback to refine your practice

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current VIT Registration.

Why work for us:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Ongoing professional and leadership development
• Excellent on-site facilities, grounds, technology and working environment
• Opportunities for secondment across our Melbourne campuses, Haileybury Rendall School (Darwin), and Haileybury Tianjin (China)
• Variety of hybrid and flexible opportunities, including working at Haileybury Pangea, our online school and across multiple Melbourne campus locations
• Employee benefits and assistance program.

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the schools’ Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

Haileybury is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.