Head of the Arts - Junior School

  • Victoria
  • Permanent
  • Tue Sep 9 06:48:48 2025
  • 1288

The Role:

The Junior School Head of the Arts leads a diverse and talented team of specialist teachers across Visual and Digital Arts, Drama, Dance and Music. This role is about more than coordination it’s about shaping a bold vision for the Arts at Carey and ensuring it is woven into the fabric of Junior School life. The successful candidate will guide curriculum, foster staff collaboration, and create opportunities for students to showcase their creativity through performances, exhibitions and productions. With strong leadership and a passion for innovation, the Head of the Arts will inspire both colleagues and students to see the Arts as central to learning, wellbeing and personal growth.

If this sounds like the role for you, why not apply!
The Average Day:
  • Lead and inspire Arts staff across Visual and Digital Arts, Drama, Dance and Music.
  • Shape and implement a cohesive vision for the Arts in the Junior School.
  • Drive curriculum innovation and ensure high-quality teaching and learning.
  • Create and oversee performances, productions and exhibitions that showcase student talent.
  • Champion the role of the Arts as a vital part of Carey’s holistic education.
The Person:
To be successful in this position, you will have:
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to Carey’s values of care, respect and growth.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • The ability to demonstrate initiative.
  • A collaborative mindset.
  • A commitment to ongoing professional Development and Leadership growth.
A valid Victorian Institute Teaching (VIT) registration is a requirement of employment in this position.

The School:
At Carey, our staff are integral members of our vibrant community, embodying a deep commitment to learning and an innate ability to ignite the same passions within our students.
Grounded in the core values of Care, Growth, and Respect, our staff play a pivotal role in nurturing a culture where every individual is valued, supported, and inspired to thrive.
The Perks:
A career at Carey, provides staff with access to:
  • Professional Practice day
  • Graduate teacher program
  • Competitive remuneration
  • Access to outstanding facilities and resources
  • A supported and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued and encouraged
...And much more!

Want to find out more?
If you are interested in a career at Carey, we're excited to hear from you!
Click "Apply Now" to submit your Cover Letter (no more than 2 pages) and an up-to-date Curriculum Vitae by Friday 26 September 2025.
Please note: only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Let's work together to inspire young minds at Carey!

To find out more about this opportunity, download the Position Description here.

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