Specialist Instrumental Music Teacher - whole class and small group FTE 0.2 or 0.4 (negotiable)

St Brendan's School - Flemington

FLEMINGTON, VIC 


Primary Teacher

Teaching Subject: Music

Contract Type: Contract Position Part Time (0.40 FTE)

Applications Close: 23 October 2026


We are seeking an energetic and dynamic Instrumental Music Teacher to deliver high quality classes to our students. This is a fixed term FTE 0.2 or 0.4 role for the 2027 school year, with the potential for the position to become ongoing. Although experience working in a primary school setting would be highly regarded, graduates and early career teachers are warmly encouraged to apply. Applicants must hold current VIT registration or be eligible to obtain Permission to Teach (PTT) through VIT. Specialist lessons are held on Wednesday and Thursday, so one of these days is required, however, a second day is flexible.

<p>St Brendan’s Primary School, in Flemington, is a community Catholic school where everyone is known by name, We place learning and student well being at the heart of all we do, with a commitment to helping every child <strong>find their spark</strong>. Ours is a culturally and linguistically diverse community, and we strongly value the richness this brings to our school community.</p> <p>We are seeking an energetic and dynamic Specialist Instrumental Music Teacher to deliver high quality classes to our students.&nbsp;</p> <p>The successful applicant will be willing and able to fulfil the following <strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong>, demonstrated through:</p> <ul> <li>A commitment to the ethos and values of Catholic Education.</li> <li>A strong commitment to child safety and the protection and wellbeing of students.</li> <li>The skills and ability to engage, inspire and empower students through a rich and rewarding instrumental music program.</li> <li>A commitment to ongoing professional learning and development.</li> <li>Enthusiasm, motivation and a collaborative, team-oriented approach.</li> <li>Appropriate qualifications and current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Responsibilities and Criteria</strong> for &nbsp;FTE 0.2 include:</p> <p>● Teaching a range of musical instruments in weekly lessons to students in 4 or 5 classes of Years P-6.</p> <p>● Working collaboratively with the Performing Arts team to contributing to our biannual School Production and other school performances.</p> <p>● Participating in and contribute to various school-organised events and activities as required.</p> <p>● Monitoring the progress of each student and providing meaningful, regular feedback on their learning and musical development, and writing formal academic reports twice yearly.</p> <p>● Demonstrating competency and confidence in the use of digital technologies to support teaching, learning and communication.</p> <p><strong>Responsibilities and Criteria</strong> for applicants interested in 0.4 FTE would also include:</p> <p>● Teaching additional small-group instrumental music lessons in drums, keyboard and guitar, and other duties as negotiated.</p> <p>Please note, an appointment may be made prior to the closing date if a suitable applicant has been identified fulfilling the requirements of the school and the position.</p> <p>Applications should be made in writing and forwarded via email to the Principal Ms Kellie Noonan via <strong>principal@sbflemington.catholic.edu.au</strong></p> <p><strong>Applications must contain the following:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A Cover Letter letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria.</li> <li>A Curriculum Vitae that includes 3 nominated referees, including current employer.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>
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