Music Teacher - Secondary School (0.6 FTE, Term 1 2027 Start)

Position Overview

We are inviting applications from passionate music educators to join St Andrew's Cathedral School's renowned secondary school music program in a permanent part-time role (0.6 full-time equivalent) spanning three days per week, beginning Term 1 of 2027.

About St Andrew's Cathedral School

Established in 1885 to provide choristers with exceptional education and music training, the school continues to place music at its core. The music program is robust, inclusive, and known for high student involvement, strong elective enrolment, flourishing ensembles, comprehensive individual tuition, scholarship and talent development, major musical productions, international tours, and partnerships with top music institutions. Students of all skill levels are encouraged to participate and excel.

Role Responsibilities

The successful candidate will primarily teach Music to students in Years 7 to 12 within a dynamic academic environment that promotes both excellence and engagement. Opportunities may also arise for conducting ensembles and other extracurricular music activities, depending on experience and department needs.

Candidate Profile

• Demonstrated recent experience teaching Music to Years 7-12.
• Proficient advanced practical skills in at least one musical instrument.
• Strong classroom management abilities.
• Genuine enthusiasm for delivering quality music education that fosters lifelong appreciation among diverse learners.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, capable of building positive relationships and contributing constructively within a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Alignment with and commitment to the school's Christian mission, values, and ethos.

Previous teaching experience with the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (MYP) and training in Kodály secondary pedagogy is highly valued.

Application Process & Deadlines

Please prepare a cover letter addressed to Mr Ben Milis, Director of Performing Arts, outlining your interest in this position, your approach to music education, and an example of a lesson or unit that illustrates your teaching methods, along with your CV. Applications close on 6 August 2026. Interviews will begin as applications are received.

Employee Benefits and School Culture

St Andrew’s Cathedral School has been recognized as a 5 Star Employer of Choice for 2025 by The Educator, with a supportive and collegial culture where every staff member is valued and equipped to succeed. The school embraces Christian values such as honesty, integrity, humility, respect, and service, which underpin its learning environment dedicated to nurturing the comprehensive wellbeing and development of all students.

Child Safety and Compliance

The school is committed to a child-safe environment through transparent policies, thorough training, and strict adherence to the Child Safe Policy and Codes of Conduct, which all new staff must acknowledge before starting. Employment requires a valid Working with Children Check as mandated by the Child Protection (Working with Children) Act 2012.