Manager, Music Programs

Department for Education
Job reference: 582170
Location: 5007 - HINDMARSH
Job status: Long Term Contract
Eligibility: Open to EveryoneWhy work with us:Every child and young person deserves a great education.We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing.Together we will make our education system the best it can be.When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state.About the Role:Located within the Curriculum and Learning Division, the Curriculum Programs Directorate is focused on increasing the engagement and challenge in learning for every learner. This work strives for consistent implementation of curriculum, pedagogy and programs across all levels of schooling. The department's Instrumental Music and Primary Schools Music Festival Programs are part of the Curriculum Programs Directorate.Music Programs is an integral part of the department's education program for South Australian schools and contributes to its vision of a high performing system which improves the educational attainment and wellbeing of South Australia's children and young people. The department supports Music Programs through policy development, curriculum initiatives, professional development opportunities, resources, and the statewide Instrumental and Music Festival programs.The Manager Music Programs is required to:

• Provide high level and strategic, planning and leadership for the development and implementation of state-wide Australian Curriculum – The Arts (Music) programs, initiatives, and services across Department for Education Schools, including Music Focus Schools that significantly contributes to the achievement of the department’s strategic objectives.
• Deliver specialist leadership and management of the department’s music education services (including instrumental music) through the development and implementation of quality improvement of Music Programs and teaching standards, and the prudent management of financial and human resources.
• Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships in music education with other Government departments, community groups and non-government organizations.
• Provide specialist knowledge of corporate and school based human resource management and processes and complex industrial relations matters.

Qualifications:Essential: An appropriate tertiary qualification in educationDesirable: Relevant post graduate qualificationsSpecial Conditions:The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN –EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years.For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description.Remuneration:S121 5 $149,582 per annum (1.0 FTE), plus superannuationEnquiries:Enquiries can be directed to Deborah Hemming, Executive Leader, Engagement, via tel: 0438 893 139 or email: Deborah.Hemming@sa.gov.au.Application Instructions:Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website.Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter addressing the key competencies in the attached position description.People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply.Additional Note:This is a full-time contract role (1.0 FTE), initial 36-month term contract.
Applications close: 02/07/2024 11:30 PMAttachments:
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The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.