Instrumental Music Specialist - Oboe

Role Description/Criteria

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a Catholic Independent Girls’ School and is acknowledged as one of the leading schools in Australia. Our academic, cultural, sporting and pastoral programs are all integral to the holistic education of our students.

We aim to produce young women who are well educated, well-informed and able to thrive in a fast changing world; young women who have a strong personal interest in actively shaping a positive future for their community, be it local, national or global.

The position

We are seeking an experienced Instrumental Music Specialist – Oboe to join our highly experienced and dynamic Music department for commencement at the start of Term 4 2025. This opportunity is to cover a period of parental leave and will be available until the beginning of Term 2, 2026.

Instrumental Music Specialists (IMS’s) report to the Head of Instrument Department and ultimately to Director of Music and are employed on a casual basis. Rates of pay will be in accordance with VMTA rates. There are currently approximately 8 hours of work available per week. The successful candidate must be an experienced conductor of double reed ensembles. They must also be available on Wednesdays to participate in the Year 5 Band Program.

IMS’s are appointed to assist in the provision of instrumental programs, both within the Music curriculum and as part of the School’s broader Music Program. IMS’s are responsible for overseeing their individual programs and for the progress of the students they tutor. They have the overarching goal of enabling every student to participate in the musical life of the School to the best of her ability.

Responsibilities of the role will include;

• Tutor an allocated list of instrumental students from beginner to advanced levels (VCE and Diploma)
• Liaise with the Director of Music and the relevant Head of Department in relation to student progress, repertoire, student assessment and performances, ensemble planning and the pastoral needs of students
• Foster a standard of excellence in music performance in examinations, recitals, concerts and other performance activities
• Direct Music Ensembles as required by the Director of Music
• Other duties as outlined in the position description

About You

The successful candidate will be an experienced Oboe specialist familiar with AMEB and VCE syllabi. You will have excellent performance skills gained through training or experience in a wide range of musical styles. Your excellent communication and organisational skills coupled with an ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic working environment will be critical to your success in the role. A current WWCC (Employee) is mandatory. VIT accreditation is desirable. Keyboard skills also desirable but not essential.

Why work at Loreto Toorak?

Joining Loreto Toorak means joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative community. Our commitment to a shared purpose which empowers and motivates students and staff to use their individual gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity is at the heart of our culture. We offer rewarding careers, professional development opportunities, excellent workspaces and facilities and access to wellbeing programs.

If this sounds like the role for you then don’t hesitate, apply online now by clicking the ‘apply’ button.

Applications close at 8:30am Friday 5 September. Applications will be reviewed on submission and interviews may commence prior to closing date, so don't delay if the role is of interest to you!

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.

Application Procedures

https://loretotoorak.connxcareers.com/job/details/feccd7ef9fd34bf884c7b3b94d4dd0d3

Principal: Mrs Angela O'Dwyer

Enquiries: principal@loretotoorak.vic.edu.au

Applications Close: 05/09/2025

Position: Other School Position

Type: Casual Relieving

Hours per Week: Full-time