Head of Wadhurst Music

12 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Grammar School Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Head of Wadhurst Music

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a Head of Music for our Middle School - Wadhurst for Term 1, 2026.

The Head of Wadhurst Music is responsible for Year 7 and Year 8 classroom music, Wadhurst choirs and oversight of the instrumental and voice program. More than a third of the students are enrolled in instrumental/vocal/theory lessons on campus with 200 places catered to each week in ensemble and choir rehearsals. The Head of Wadhurst Music is supported by a Music Administrator.

Given the nature of this position, the incumbent will be required to work outside of the traditional operational hours of the School in order to meet key responsibilities.

You will:

  • Direct the Wadhurst Choir Program
  • Manage and host appropriate concerts such as the Wadhurst Solos Concert, the Annual Wadhurst Music Concert, annual Carol Service, accompaniment at the annual Wadhurst Art and Music Display, and others as required.
  • Prepare for and conduct classes in Music as scheduled
  • Recruit students for the co-curricular music programme
  • Support music items at Wadhurst events, including Graduation, House Chapel Services, House Singing and Assembly.

VIT registration, or the ability to gain this, is essential for this position.

Our School is a place of extraordinary possibilities

Melbourne Grammar School is one of Australia's leading independent schools that believes in the holistic education of young people. This role is based at our South Yarra campus where our Senior School welcome around 850 boys in Years 9 – 12 each day and our Wadhurst campus, comprises 400 boys in Years 7 and 8 where they make the transition from primary to secondary education in an environment designed with their needs in mind.

We believe that education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live. We engage talented people and want them to create possibilities for themselves and for others. Teaching and learning at Melbourne Grammar School strikes a balance between the best of traditional approaches and contemporary practice. We are focused on growth and active participation, and our work is supported by expert and dedicated teachers, outstanding resources and learning spaces purpose-built for young learners.

If you believe this description describes you and what you believe then we would love to hear from you.

Applying for the role

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Applications close Sunday 12 October 2025

Melbourne Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. Previous applicants need not apply.

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