About St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.
With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.
The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and up-to-date and the School’s educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.
Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.
About the position:
St Peter's College is currently seeking to appoint an Accompanist across the Whole School on a permanent, part-time basis (0.57 FTE) - 25 hours per week across 41 weeks per year with a commencement at the beginning of the 2026 School year.
The purpose of the Accompanist is to provide piano or other specified instrumental accompaniment for music classes, ensembles, rehearsals, performances, and various other School activities across the Junior and Senior School.
Please refer to the Position Description for more information.
As the successful applicant you will have:
- Have a willingness to support the School's values and Anglican ethos.
- Hold relevant tertiary qualifications.
- Demonstrated capacity to accompany ensembles and individuals across a broad range of repertoire, including jazz and contemporary repertoire.
- Outstanding general musicianship.
- An understanding of, and the capacity to deliver, clearly structured rehearsals.
- Support students in their practice of performance technique.
- Have a South Australian Working with Children Check.
- Provide evidence of completed training in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care, and First Aid.
Why work for us:
St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.
How to apply:
Please address applications to the Headmaster, Mr Tim Browning and include a CV and cover letter explaining your skills, capabilities, experiences and reasons for applying.
Applications close Tuesday 14th October 2025. The School reserves the right to interview applicants prior to the closing date and to proceed to appointment if a suitable candidate is identified.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Julia De Corso, People and Culture Advisor on (08) 8404 0436.
The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.
St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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