Instrumental Music Tutor

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About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you'll be supported to take care of what's important to you. Learn more about Brisbane Catholic Education.

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About our school

Looking for an exciting career opportunity in education? Look no further than St Peter Claver College

As a Catholic school in the Marist tradition, we have been providing high-quality, co-educational experiences to students in the Ipswich region since 1976. We believe in offering contemporary learning experiences and subject offerings that appeal to students across the academic spectrum.

Our teachers are committed to knowing each student as an individual and supporting them in achieving to their utmost capabilities; complemented by contemporary classroom environments and state of the art resourcing.

If you are passionate about education and looking to make a difference in the lives of young people, we invite you to join our dynamic team at St Peter Claver College. Explore our school website to learn more about us.

Summary

St Peter Claver College is seeking a passionate and skilled Guitar and Percussion Tutor to provide high-quality instrumental tuition to our students as a contractor.

• Location: St Peter Claver College, Riverview
• Start date: Commencing Term 4 - commencing week of 7 October 2025 (Negotiable)
• Work Hours: Private tuition and one ensemble rehearsal (negotiable)
• Salary: $86.00/hour (MTAQ rates)
• Status: will be employed as a contractor and paid an hourly rate
• Ad close date: 17 September
• Contact: Bruce McPhee (principal) or Todd Riggs (Deputy Principal) PH:

About the opportunity

This role includes approximately 1.5 days of lessons per week and may be split between guitar and percussion if needed. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to conduct an ensemble and participate in school concerts and events.

In this position you will be responsible for:

• Tuition of guitar and percussion students
• Conducting Claver Percussion Ensemble or a Guitar ensemble as negotiated
• Attendance at selected concerts and school events
• Working closely and collobrating with the music teachers and other team members

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Relevant qualifications and previous experience tutoring and/or teaching music
• Ensemble conducting experience
• Strong instrumental knowledge in guitar and/or percussion
• Experience teaching and conducting ensembles
• A collaborative spirit and ability to work as part of a team
• A commitment to supporting student growth through music

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements:

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Hold a Paid Employee Positive Notice Blue Card prior to commencement.

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone's responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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