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The Lower Strings (Cello) Music Tutor is responsible for supporting the development, implementation and coordination of the School’s Lower Strings (Cello) Program. This program provides students with opportunities to participate in string ensembles, performances and enrichment activities, catering to a wide range of musical abilities and levels of proficiency.
The Lower Strings (Cello) Music Tutor plays an integral role in fostering a positive and inclusive music learning environment that promotes technical development, musical expression and ensemble collaboration. Through structured rehearsals, individual and small-group instruction, and performance preparation, the Tutor contributes to the continued growth and excellence of the School’s music program.
The position supports the broader music culture of the School, encouraging student engagement, confidence and a lifelong appreciation of music.
We are currently seeking an exceptional Lower Strings (Cello) Music Tutor across both the Junior and Senior Schools.
Essential selection criteria:
- Proven experience teaching lower string instruments to students across a range of ages and skill levels, from junior school beginners through to secondary school students at advanced levels (e.g. Diploma level)
- Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate high impact performing arts curriculum and programs that align with the Australian Curriculum, evidence-based research, educational standards and student learning needs
- Demonstrated ability to lead the ensemble rehearsals and contribute collaboratively to the delivery of the lower strings program
- Strong knowledge of lower string instrument techniques, including elementary to advanced fingering and bowing techniques
- Experienced performer
- To inspire and develop students’ musical abilities while promoting a lifelong appreciation of music through high-quality instruction, collaboration and performance opportunities
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Please fill in your details below providing your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position.
Contact:Please email HR@essington.nt.edu.au if you have any queries regarding the position.
We are seeking a passionate and inspiring Upper Strings Violin Music Tutor to join our team and nurture the next generation of young musicians.
This role offers the opportunity to ignite a love of music while delivering high-quality, engaging and developmentally appropriate violin instruction within our Upper Strings program. The successful applicant will inspire students to develop strong technical foundations, expressive performance skills and the confidence to share their talents on stage.
If you are an educator who believes in the transformative power of music and is motivated to cultivate both skill and joy in young performers, we would welcome your application.
Selection criteria:
Essential
- Strong violin performance skills with a sound understanding of music theory and technique
- Demonstrated experience teaching violin across a range of age groups and ability levels
- Skilled and enthusiastic educator with a genuine passion for music education and nurturing young musicians
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A flexible, organised, and proactive approach
- Ability to work in a team environment
Desirable
- Hold a degree and or a post graduate qualification in music, performance, or music education, or significant relevant professional experience
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Please fill in your details below providing your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position.
Contact:
Please email HR@essington.nt.edu.au if you have any queries regarding the position.
We invite applications to be a part of our dynamic Facilities Maintenance Team providing an enriching learning environment on our Rapid Creek campus.
Essential Requirements:
- Basic knowledge of building maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical systems
- Ability to safely operate hand and power tools and related equipment
- Physical fitness and capacity to undertake a range of manual tasks safely
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and respond promptly to routine and urgent requests
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work constructively with staff, contractors, and the school community
Desirable:
- Experience in facilities, grounds maintenance, landscaping, or horticulture, including the care of playing fields and gardens
- Knowledge of aquaponics systems
- Medium Rigid Drivers Licence, or willingness to obtain
- Experience using chemicals safely in accordance with industry standards
- Familiarity with workplace safety systems and procedures
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Please fill in your details below providing your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position.
Contact:
Please email HR@essington.nt.edu.au if you have any queries regarding the position.
The Assistant Head of Junior School provides day to day support to the Head of Junior School in the management and operation of the Junior School. The role is focused on providing quality instructional leadership specific to curriculum, assessment and reporting practices. All responsibilities are carried out in alignment with, and in active commitment to, the school’s values.
The successful applicant will demonstrate strong instructional leadership, a commitment to student wellbeing, and the capacity to lead curriculum implementation. The role includes supporting staff development, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring compliance with school policies and regulatory requirements.
Essential Requirements:
- Demonstrated expert knowledge of the Australian Curriculum and local and national standards for assessment and reporting, and experience in developing and implementing effective strategies and processes for curriculum, assessment and reporting
- Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs; and the ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of teaching and learning programs on student learning growth
- Demonstrated exemplary ability to monitor and assess student learning at a class, cohort or sub-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives; supporting others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents
- Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community focused on student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement
- Proven contemporary knowledge, skills and experience in a junior school setting or equivalent context; including leading the development and delivery of innovative and high-quality teaching and learning programs and staff professional learning, resulting in improved student outcomes
- High-level collaboration, organisational and time management skills, with attention to documentation and compliance requirements
- A degree and/or post graduate qualifications in Education
- Northern Territory Teacher Registration (TRB)
- Working with Children Clearance (WWCC) ‘Ochre Card’ - employment is conditional on compliance with the Care and Protection of Children Act (NT) 2007, as amended, and the accompanying regulations
Desirable:
- An ability to integrate and utilise ICT effectively within the classroom
Apply Now:
Please fill in your details below providing your Resume and a one-page cover letter detailing your area(s) of expertise and addressing your suitability to the position.
Contact:
Please email HR@essington.nt.edu.au if you have any queries regarding the position.
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Applications are processed as they are received. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.