Music Assistant - Commencing Term 1, 2027
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
Creative Arts
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
7 September 2026
About St Patrick's College, Strathfield
Year range
5-12
School staff (FTE)
183.9
130.2 teaching · 53.7 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,598
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
44%
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
At St Patrick’s College, we believe music enriches the educational experience of young people, fostering creativity, collaboration and confidence. As part of our commitment to a vibrant Performing Arts program, we are seeking a Music Assistant to support the day-to-day operation of our Music Department and the delivery of practical music programs across the College.
This is a newly created Permanent Full-Time (Averaged), term-time position commencing in Term 1, 2027.
Working closely with the Head of Performing Arts and Music teachers, the Music Assistant will:
- Assist Stage 3 Music classes, particularly keyboard and glockenspiel lessons.
- Support students during practical classroom activities.
- Prepare, organise and maintain music resources, instruments and equipment.
- Assist with classroom setup and pack-down.
- Coordinate instrument maintenance, repairs and stock control.
- Support the setup and operation of concerts, performances and Music Department events.
- Maintain organised music libraries, files and departmental resources.
- Contribute to safe, well-presented and effective learning spaces.
This role would suit an organised and enthusiastic individual with strong music skills who enjoys working with young people and supporting music education.
Essential Criteria
- A working understanding of, and commitment to, the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.
- Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.
- Ability to read music.
- Experience working in music, performing arts, education or a…