Santa Maria College is a Catholic Girls’ Secondary School enriched with the tradition of the Sisters of the Good Samaritan catering for over 800 students from Year 7–12. Authorised as an International Baccalaureate global school, Santa Maria College offers the Middle Years Program (Year 7–10) as part of their contemporary approach to learning. Santa Maria College promotes the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children and young people.

At Santa Maria College, our vision of One Community, Three Villages embodies our commitment to educate young women now and into the future. Acutely aware of the interdependence between Faith, Learning and Wellbeing, our curriculum aims to naturally wed the IB Program and the values of the Good Samaritans.

A unique opportunity exists for suitably qualified enthusiastic and energetic Saxophone Specialist to tutor students enrolled in the College Music program.

This position will commence on the week beginning 5th May, 2025.

About you

• Experience in a school setting and music notation reading skills preferred.
• Experience in teaching alto and tenor saxophone required.
• This position includes one Alto Saxophone and one Tenor Saxophone Group that are part of the Year 7 program.
• Able to maintain accurate records of student attendance, student performance and progress.
• Complete other administrative tasks as required.
• Work in a team with other teachers in the Music Department.
• Cooperate with school procedures in relation to matters such as student attendance, punctuality, care of rooms and adherence to rules.
• Adhere to all school policies and attend meetings when requested.
• Must hold a current Working with Children Check.
• Must hold a current Police Check.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficient in the use of ICT for communication and record keeping.
• Interpersonal skills appropriate to establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with students, staff and parents, particularly the ability to work as a member of a team.

Benefits

• Enjoyable and friendly work culture with a great team environment;
• Employee Assistance Program to support mental health & wellbeing
• Smart Salary Packaging available
• Staff Functions, Celebrations and Events

If you think you have the right skills, values and passion that align to Santa Maria please review our full position description below and apply now by completing the attached Application Form alongside your resume and cover letter to christie.alki@santamaria.vic.edu.au. Please include your preference of days you are available for work.

We encourage you to visit our website for further insight into who we are at Santa Maria College. https://www.santamaria.vic.edu.au/

Please get your applications in early. We reserve the right to interview and offer the position prior to the closing date.

All young people who come to Santa Maria College have a right to feel and be safe. We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all young people. We are committed to providing a child safe and child friendly environment. We regard our child safety obligations and responsibilities with the utmost importance. All Staff are required to adhere to the College’s Child Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children.