Careers

The average length of staff tenure at St Benedict’s tells you how much people enjoy working at our school. We are exceptionally proud of the calibre of our teachers and the inclusive and supportive environment we create for our staff.

Career opportunities at St Benedict’s are posted here as they arise. If you would like to join our exceptional team of educators, please check this page regularly.

Application deadline: 26 June 2026

About St Benedict’s:
St Benedict’s is an Independent Catholic School, which seeks to provide a holistic education for boys through full participation in spiritual, academic, sporting, creative and cultural activities. The Board of Governors invites applications for the following post in the College.

Requirements:

• Possess a Bachelor’s Degree in Music or equivalent, Post Graduate Certificate in
  Education (PGCE)
• Must have 5-7 years’ choral conducting experience in a school environment
• Responsible for all choir activities throughout the school
• Training and conducting junior to senior choir and acapella groups
• Organising, coordinating and conducting rehearsals and performances
• Auditioning and coaching learners on good vocal technique and performance practice
• Supervising all choral music activities in the school
• Leading the hymn singing throughout the school
• Arranging and composing music for boys of different age groups
• Demonstrate an extensive and diverse knowledge of repertoire suitable for various age
  groups
• Experience in organising concerts and music activities for the school
• Developing learners abilities to perform as soloists, in an ensemble and choir
• Accompany learners and instrumentalists during rehearsals and performances
• Planning and executing all music-related programmes and activities
• Ability to play the piano and other musical instruments
• Inspire and promote a culture of singing in the school
• Encourage multidisciplinary collaborations within the school to develop a holistic
  performing arts and culture
• Have an understanding that voice is the first instrument and piano a second instrument
  technique
• Have experience integrating technology into music lessons
• Forming networks that encourage collaboration with other music communities
• Must be professionally SACE Registered
• Be willing to participate in the Catholic Ethos of the School

Skills and attributes:

• Sound knowledge of vocal pedagogy, choral repertoire and music education methods
• Have strong administrative, communication, classroom management and leadership
  skills
• Ability to work independently and collaborate within a team
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and organisational skills
• Ability to engage and motive learners with enthusiasm and creativity across various ages

How to apply:
Suitably qualified and experienced candidates are invited to submit a letter of motivation, an abridged curriculum vitae with the names of three references and a copy of SACE Certificate to Application Form by no later than 26 June 2026.