Director Of Music

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young men grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours.

As a long-standing Catholic school for boys in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all. 

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director of Music, preferably with a proven success as a leader of a large school-based music program, to facilitate, support and enhance music education and performance through our school based music program that promotes excellence. 

Working with the Learning Area Leader, Visual and Performing Arts, the Director of Music is responsible for leading and managing a high quality music program and team of Music educators, creating and maintaining an environment for best practice and performance. They will lead all aspects of the Music program and work collaboratively with all members of the Music Department – classroom, instrumental and administrative staff. They will be a musician with a proven record as a leader of a large school-based music program which promotes excellence in music education and performance.

Responsibilities of the role will include:

• Lead and inspire all staff members of Parade College’s Music Department
• Encourage staff collaboration to enhance teaching and learning, and performance practices
• Organise the yearly music calendar of events, in consultation with music staff and the College Leadership Team
• Oversee the lesson timetabling of all instrumental lessons across the College
• Effectively plan for and manage the School’s extensive performance calendar including concerts, recitals and assemblies
• Working in collaboration with the Productions Facilitator and team on College Musical and Dram Productions
• Implement strategies and expectations which promote a positive learning environment
• Provide students with a child-safe environment

The leadership appointment is for a two year term commencing January 2024, with an ongoing teaching position associated with this appointment.  This position attracts a generous Position of Leadership Allowance and time release.

Applications are invited from highly motivated and innovative leaders with excellent organisational skills and a passion for Catholic Education in the Edmund Rice Tradition and the safety and wellbeing of children.

Please view the Position Description for further details about the role and the selection criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role.

To apply, please visit the College website Employment page, click ‘APPLY’ and follow the prompts.

Please address your application to Mark Aiello, College Principal.

Applications must include:

• a covering letter
• a separate statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria addressing your skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the role; together with
• a current Curriculum Vitae.

For any enquiries about the role or submitting your application, please contact Doreen Cutajar, Director of Human Resources via email: **@parade.vic.edu.au or telephone: (03) 94683***.

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: Tuesday 2 April 2024.  Applications will be considered as received, and interviews may be held during the application period.  Early application is encouraged.

Parade College is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Parade College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.