Head of Woodwind

11 hours ago

South Yarra, Victoria, Australia Melbourne Grammar School Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Head of Woodwind

Melbourne Grammar School is seeking a Head of Woodwind for our South Yarra campus commencing Term 1, 2026.

The Head of Woodwind will be required to oversee the woodwind program from years 7-12 over both Wadhurst and Senior School campuses and participate in the overall musical life of the School. This includes managing and developing the relevant ensemble/s. The Head of Woodwind will also be required to teach individual instrumental lessons across our South Yarra campus. The incumbent is required to maintain a technical knowledge at the forefront of the field of instrumental education, pedagogy, repertoire, work as a member of a small team and carry out work in a competent, effective, and efficient manner. The candidate should be experienced in teaching a wide range of woodwind styles.

This position is a full-time, school term time position, with expectations to work outside of general school hours when required.

You will:

  • Teach individual lessons on your primary woodwind instrument
  • Assist or direct (as required) with the key Wadhurst and Senior School concerts, assemblies, and ensembles (in particular the co-curricular orchestral winds & Wind Ensembles)
  • Participate in orchestra tours, school musicals, music camps, and other extra-curricular activities, as required
  • Work collaboratively with staff in the Music Department to further develop the music curriculum
  • Support and manage the time commitments of the Woodwind instrumental tutors
  • Prepare students for solo performances, VCE and AMEB examinations up to diploma level where appropriate
  • Co-ordinate student excursions and incursions

VIT registration, or current Working with Children, is essential

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 Friday 31 October 2025

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

Applicants should familiarise themselves with Melbourne Grammar SchoolsChild Safety policies and proceduresand the valuesavailable on our website.

For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via

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