Canberra Grammar School · Australian Capital Territory
Head of Primary Music
PrimaryHead of Faculty / Department / Music
Canberra Grammar School in the Australian Capital Territory is seeking a Head of Primary Music to lead music from Pre-School to Year 6 across two campuses, including Campbell. The role combines strategic and operational leadership of curriculum, ensembles, performances and student pathways, with a five-year leadership contract and ongoing teaching appointment. ACT teacher registration and early years qualifications, or commitment to gain them, are required.
- Pre-School to Year 6 music leadership
- Five-year leadership contract with ongoing teaching
- Campbell Campus included
- 13.5% superannuation for permanent staff
Closes in 7 days
Applications close 11 Nov 2026.
Read the full listing and applyOpens Teachers On Net, where the school takes applications.
About the role
Lead Primary Music from Pre-School to Year 6 across both campuses, including curriculum, ensembles, performances, co-curricular activities and student pathways. The position combines a five-year leadership appointment with an ongoing teaching contract and is full-time and permanent. Work with the Head of Primary School and Director of Music to connect the Primary programme with the wider Pre-School to Year 12 pathway. The start date is not stated.
What they’re looking for
- Primary music leadership from early learning to Year 6
- Experience developing and expanding education programmes
- Early Years qualifications or willingness to gain them
- ACT teacher registration or eligibility to obtain it
- PYP experience or knowledge of inquiry-based learning
- Pastoral care, administration and community partnership experience
About the school
Canberra Grammar School is an independent school in the Australian Capital Territory with campuses including Campbell. It describes its community as welcoming and forward-thinking, with a focus on student learning, wellbeing, personal excellence and an inclusive environment.
How to apply
Apply through the Canberra Grammar School careers website with a cover letter addressing the position description criteria and a resume or CV. Applications close on 11 November 2026, although the vacancy may be filled earlier.
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The role
- Sector
- Primary
- Year level
- Mixed year levels
- Role
- Head of Faculty / Department
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Subjects
- Music
- Listed
- 16 Oct 2026
In the school’s words
“Seeking a Head of Music for our Primary School to lead the Primary Music Team from Pre-School to Year 6 across both school campuses. Take the next step in your teaching career 5 years fixed-term leadership contract, ongoing teaching contract…”
The school
- Address
- 40 Monaro Crescent, RED HILL, ACT