Address About BGS
Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The School’s cutting-edge teaching and learning techniques, supported by a research centre, attract the best minds in education.
The role
We are currently seeking an experienced and passionate School Accompanist to join our team in the Music Department at Brighton Grammar on a full time, ongoing basis.
The School Accompanist is an integral part of the School community and is responsible for accompanying a range of solo instrumentalists and choral ensembles. Additionally, the successful candidate will provide individual instrumental tuition to a small number of Junior and/or Secondary students.
To thrive in this exciting role, the successful candidate must demonstrate:
Advanced skills as an accompanist, including the ability to sight read and read from sheet music and chord charts.
Significant experience teaching and performing a wide variety of styles and ability levels, including to AMusA or equivalent level would be advantageous.
Demonstrated experience facilitating instrumental lessons in a school environment.
An up to date and thorough understanding of principles and practices related to student learning strategies.
Exceptional organisational, administrative and time management skills.
A current working with children check is required.
Why work for us?
Play a pivotal role in the School's Music Department.
The available opportunities to be involved with many different offerings within the School.
Work in a supportive, yet autonomous environment.
Great role to instil a love of music at an early age.
Want to find out more?
To view the position description, or to apply for the role, click on the "Apply" link. For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via careers@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au.
All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Applications close: 5pm, Friday 12 April 2024. Please note: shortlisting and interviewing will commence prior to the application closing date as we would like the successful applicant to commence as soon as possible!
Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening, and adhere to the School’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.
