Campus Head of Music (Junior School)

Overview

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 5 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

The Role

Caulfield Grammar School is seeking an inspiring Campus Head of Music to lead a vibrant Junior School music program from Early Learning to Year 6. Music is central to campus life, with singing underpinning a developmental curriculum that builds musical literacy, performance and creativity.

Students participate in classroom music, instrumental programs and a renowned Suzuki Program, alongside rich ensemble and performance opportunities on campus and across Melbourne. This role offers the opportunity to lead an established program, work with specialist teachers and families, and foster a lifelong love of music in young learners.

The opportunity is available for a fixed-term role at our Malvern Campus from week four (11 May 2026) in Term 2 or earlier by negotiation, to the end of 2026.

Key Duties

• Lead, support and facilitate the Music Learning Area team within both the academic and co-curricular area for the development of a healthy and meaningful staff and student culture
• Lead the development and implementation of Music Curriculum and all Campus Music Programs
• Preparation and support of all public (and in-school) performances
• Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to the Vision, Mission and Values of our school
• Responsible for ongoing commitment to quality performance by all team members
• Initiate strategies with others to continuously improve the quality of the program
• Monitor resources to ensure the best possible outcomes for all students
• Manage budgets and expenditure
• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours

Skills and Experience

• Exceptional knowledge and experience in teaching Music in a Junior School setting
• Previous experience leading a high performing music program is essential and experience teaching PYP is advantageous
• Kodaly Experience/Training preferred
• Extensive experience in leading the development, coordination and implementation of innovative approaches in the teaching of Music
• Extensive experience in leading performance Music at concert and ensemble levels
• Demonstrated commitment to professional development
• Current VIT registration

Please see the attached position descriptions for further information regarding this opportunity.

For further information please see Position Description.

Why Caulfield Grammar School

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.

For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Careers Page.

Our Benefits

• Competitive base and 13% Superannuation
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
• Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to BENY app with discounts exclusive to Caulfield employees
• Access to all ISV resources as a member of ISV

How to Apply

Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.

Malvern Campus

About Us

Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 5 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

Our role remains to provide leadership in music education and a supportive environment for students and staff.

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