Key Details
* Part‐time (0.6) fixed‐term position, Term 2 of the 2026 school year
* Cross‐campus role
* Join a leading independent school with excellent programmes and facilities
The Role
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is seeking a passionate and dedicated Instrumental Music Teacher of Piano to join our vibrant and supportive music community. As an Instrumental Music Teacher of Piano, you will deliver individual piano lessons, supporting students' technical development and musical progression.
This is a part‐time (approximately 0.6 FTE) fixed‐term replacement position for Term 2 of the 2026 school year, commencing 20 April 2026 to 26 June 2026.
The role will involve teaching across at least two campuses, with campuses located in Essendon, Moonee Ponds and Keilor East, offering variety and the opportunity to work within a collaborative, multi‐campus environment.
If you're enthusiastic about music and education and enjoy working in a collaborative school environment, we'd love to hear from you.
While this position is advertised at approximately 0.6 FTE, applications from suitably qualified part‐time candidates will be considered.
The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate The Following
* Relevant qualifications and experience in teaching piano
* Skills as an accompanist
* Ability to engage and inspire students in individual instrumental lessons and ensembles
* Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and staff
* Support for a culture of thinking, student care, and wellbeing
* Support for the school's music events and activities
Applicants must be suitably qualified and experienced, holding either a VIT registration or a current Working With Children Check. You must also be eligible to work in Australia.
Please see the position description for further details.
The School
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 3,000 students from K‐12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East. We have outstanding staff, facilities and programmes to enhance student wellbeing and learning and develop creative, caring and critical thinkers.
The School provides a diamond education, with a co‐educational Kindergarten programme, single‐sex education at the Junior Schools and Middle Schools from Years 7 to 10 and co‐education at the Larkin Centre (Years 11 to 12).
The School promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs and encourages every student to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
Benefits
* A collaborative team environment
* Excellent facilities and resources
* Competitive salary and salary packaging
* Access to an Employee Assistance Program
To Apply
Please provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources via the link below.
Applications are due by 5pm, Monday 9 March.
Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation.
Applicants should familiarise themselves with Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School Child Safety and School Policies available on our website.
Watch Our Welcome Video
Click here to watch our welcome video and find out more about the school.
Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.
To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Julie Starcevic on 9016 2000.
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