Job Description
Cranbrook School is seeking an outstanding and creative leader to lead our Visual Arts Department.
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ABOUT THE POSITION
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This is a full time position based at the Senior School campus in Bellevue Hill.
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The Head of Department – Visual Arts is responsible for leading and managing the Visual Arts Department as well as establishing and leading a vibrant cultural centre for the School community, providing strategic direction and creative leadership across the School's exhibitions and visual arts programs.
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The role will be offered as a permanent appointment to our teaching staff, reporting to the Deputy Head of Senior School (Academics).
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ABOUT YOU
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You have demonstrated experience building partnerships with exhibitions, museums, universities or cultural institutions, together with a track record in exhibition programming and event management applied in ways that facilitate and enhance teaching and learning.
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You have led diverse teams of educators and creatives, with a proven capacity to implement and assess educational programs, and you build strong, collaborative relationships with students, staff, parents and the wider School community.
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You are an excellent written and verbal communicator who is well organised and demonstrates a strong commitment to ongoing professional development.
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SELECTION CRITERIA
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Demonstrated experience building partnerships with exhibitions, museums, universities or cultural institutions, including a deep understanding of NESA curriculum requirements and standards
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Demonstrated experience in exhibition programming and event management,



applied in ways that facilitate and enhance teaching and learning
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Experience leading diverse teams of educators and creatives with a proven capacity to implement and assess educational programs
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Experience establishing or leading a cultural centre or exhibition program is desirable, ideally combined with experience as an educator
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Sound judgement in recommending resources and managing budgetary requirements
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An active professional arts practice is desirable
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Sound knowledge of, and ability to apply, work health and safety (WHS) policies and procedures relevant to exhibition operations
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A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
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A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when engaging with children
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Current Working With Children Check (WWCC) – NSW, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
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CLOSING DATE: Monday, 28 October ****
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ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL
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Founded in ****, Cranbrook School is a multi-campus Anglican independent day and boarding school for students in Pre‐School to Year 12. In ****, the School welcomed girls into Years 7 and 11,



with full coeducation across the campus by ****.
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Guided by its enduring vision to be a world‐class school that nurtures and enables every student to fulfil their potential and thrive, Cranbrook offers a values‐led education enriched by academic excellence and extensive sporting and co‐curricular opportunities. The School's motto, esse quam videri – "to be, rather than to seem to be" – underpins its commitment to authenticity, character and service. This well‐rounded educational approach provides an educational experience that celebrates each individual and prepares every Cranbrookian for a purposeful life of contribution within and beyond the School gates.
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Overlooking Sydney Harbour and set on approximately 13 hectares in one of Sydney's most prestigious eastern suburbs, the School currently educates over 1,800 students across four campuses: two Pre-Schools – St Michael's and St Mark's – a Junior School campus in Rose Bay, and the Senior School Campus in Bellevue Hill. The School's two Boarding Houses provide care and accommodation for 75 students from Years 7 to 12.
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Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.
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WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS
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The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.

📌 Head Of Department - Visual Arts (New South Wales)
🏢 Cranbrook School
📍 New South Wales