Head of Junior Strings
Head of Junior Strings
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Make your mark in a topperforming school
Fulltime fixedterm opportunity until the end of the 2026 school year
Lead and run our Junior School strings program
Presbyterian Ladies College (PLC) Melbourne is a leading ELCYear 12 Christian independent school offering both the VCE and International Baccalaureate. PLC has an outstanding academic tradition an international focus and strong pastoral and cocurricular programs focusing on encouraging leadership service and lifelong personal development and learning.
THE ROLE
At PLC over 700 students undertake instrumental tuition and participate in ensembles which include a full symphony orchestra wind bands string orchestras stage and jazz bands and pipes and drums. Our programs offer students wonderful learning and teambuilding opportunities that transcend the classroom and foster a lifelong passion for music and the arts. See here for more on what our Music School has to offer.
The Head of Junior Strings is responsible for leading and running the junior strings program and providing leadership support and guidance to other teaching staff within the Strings Team. The role will teach group and individual classes in our Junior School and take part in the Colleges cocurricular Music program.
ABOUT YOU
You are a music teaching and performance professional with relevant qualifications.
Youre confident in teaching beginner to advanced levels and are a passionate educator who will confidently guide develop and nurture our students love of learning.
You have a thorough understanding of the pedagogical principles of both music education and more specifically the playing and teaching of Strings.
Expertise in violin/viola will be well regarded.
Sound like you We would love to hear from you!
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT PLC
onsite staff parking plus easy access to public transport and major arterials
beautiful school grounds set on 16 hectares in a parkland setting providing a picturesque and peaceful environment for students and staff to learn and socialise
generous leave entitlements and flexible work options
access to stateoftheart resources and spaces including the new Joan Montgomery sports aquatic and fitness centre opening by mid2025
free coffee on Wednesdays
opportunities for ongoing professional and personal development
and more
Applications close 5pm Friday 18 April 2025
Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as the interview process may commence prior to the application closing date.
All staff must commit to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards. The successful applicant will be required to hold and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration or Employee Working With Children Check (WWCC).
PLC is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all of its staff where they feel welcomed safe and respected.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
