Head of Band Instruments

Lauriston Girls’ School is a forward thinking, independent K-12 School.

We are always looking for exceptional people who love learning, are inspiring and bring empathy to their work. The school fosters workplace gender equality and ongoing professional development.

Lauriston Girls’ School seeks a dynamic educator and an outstanding Brass, Woodwind or Percussion specialist, with a proven record of excellence in teaching and performance, to lead the Bands Department, comprising Brass, Woodwind & Percussion Staff and Students, from Prep -12.

About the role

This position is 0.8-1.0 FTE, commencing Term 1, 2026 (or as negotiated). This is a 12-month fixed-term position.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the management and promotion of the Bands Program within the Music Department and the School.

Key duties:

• Lead and coordinate the Instrumental Music staff who work within Bands Department, comprising Brass, Woodwind & Percussion Staff
• Lead and coordinate the Year 5 semester-long Band Program
• Actively participate and contribute to Music Staff meetings and strategic planning activities
• Collaborate with the Director of Music and key staff and actively contribute to the planning, preparation and actioning of School and Music events and activities
• Teach collaboratively within the Bands Program, demonstrating and sharing best practice pedagogy and assessment strategies
• Conduct and Tutor within the School’s Ensemble Program
• Deliver private instrumental tuition as either a Brass, Woodwind or Percussion specialist
• Teach curriculum music classes and contribute to the planning, assessment and design of curriculum music

The successful applicant will have:

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading, managing and developing a Band Instruments Program
• Demonstrated Band Instruments teaching experience (From Beginner to Advanced level)
• Excellent wind band conducting skills with demonstrated ability to direct ensembles from beginner to senior level
• Orchestral tutoring or conducting experience would be an advantage
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team of people
• Highly developed organisational and communication skills
• Demonstrated experience teaching curriculum music classes
• Highly developed interpersonal skills and an ability to work with students from a wide range of backgrounds and differing levels of ability
• Demonstrated proficiency on their instrument/s

Skills and Qualifications:

• A collaborative teaching approach is essential for working as a member of the Lauriston Music Department.
• VIT registration is preferable, but consideration will be given to all candidates

Benefits of working at Lauriston Girls’ School:

• Competitive salaries and packages
• Generous Leave Entitlements
• Professional Development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support staff wellbeing
• Free on-site parking, close to public transport

Please refer to the Lauriston recruitment website for further information.

All applicants are encouraged to submit a short Cover Letter along with your Resume, addressed to Sabine Partington, Principal.

Enquiries: Elizabeth Tindall, Director of Music, at tindallel@lauriston.vic.edu.au or 9864 7555.

Applications close: 9:00am, Monday 2 February 2026. Early applications are strongly encouraged. We will be shortlisting applications as received, The position may be filled prior to the closing date.

Lauriston Girls’ School is a child safe organisation which welcomes children, young people and their families. We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety. All staff are required to follow the School’s Child Safety policies and Child Safety Code of Conduct.