Job Description
Full time | Fixed Term | Commencing Term 1,****
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About the School
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St Michael's Grammar School is one of the leading K-12,co-educational schools in Australia, respected for its
exceptionaleducational
offering, wellbeing programs and deep commitment toinnovative approaches to teaching, learning and caring. StMichael's is a place where creative, inquiring minds learn from,with and for the world. At St Michael's our values of Dignity,Respect, Care and Compassion underpin all that we do and are.
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The role
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We are seeking a passionate, innovative, and experienced leaderto join St Michael's as Head of Drama and Theatre, leading thestrategic development and growth of Drama and Theatre as a keymember of the Performing Arts Leadership Team. Commencing in Term1, **** for a three year tenue, this is an exciting opportunity toshape a solid and vibrant K-12 Drama and Theatre culture, leadingthe School's curricular and co-curricular Drama journey whileproviding artistic leadership across performance, theatre-makingand major Performing Arts productions. The role will
fosteropportunities
for students to develop confidence,
creativity,critical
thinking and theatrical expression, while buildingmeaningful pathways that connect Drama learning with
performance,production,
future study and the broader creative industries.
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Working collaboratively with Drama staff, Performing Artscolleagues, resident and external artists and the School'sproduction teams, you will provide strategic and artisticleadership that strengthens internal capability, responds tocontemporary theatre practice and student interests, and supportsambitious,



relevant and sustainable creative outcomes.
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You will demonstrate
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Specialist qualifications and experience in Drama and/orTheatre, with expertise in Drama education, performance andtheatre-making.
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Current registration with the Victorian Institute ofTeaching.
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A strong body of high-quality theatrical and/or creativework across school and/or professional arts settings.
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Demonstrated experience leading and developing a successfulDrama and Theatre program, including curricular andco-curricular opportunities.
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Demonstrated success in leading, mentoring and developingothers and building a cohesive, collaborative and accountableteam.
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A broad and adaptable theatrical practice, with experienceacross Drama pedagogy, directing, performance, theatre-makingand production, alongside an understanding of
contemporarytheatrical
practice.
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Demonstrated ability to develop and implement
progressivelearning
and performance opportunities that support bothartistic excellence and broad student participation.
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A creative, strategic and big-picture thinker who cantranslate a vision for Drama and Theatre into
meaningful,relevant
and sustainable action.
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An ability to build productive relationships withprofessional artists,



theatre practitioners, companies,training organisations and other industry partners, usingexternal expertise strategically to complement
internalcapability.
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Strong planning, organisational and communication skills,with the ability to manage complex programs,
projects,productions
and events.
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A willingness and availability to work evenings andweekends when required for rehearsals, performances, productioncalls and Performing Arts events.
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Demonstrated commitment to student wellbeing,
inclusion,participation
and the development of confidence,
creativity,collaboration
and connectedness through Drama and Theatre.
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Current First Aid and Anaphylaxis certification isessential.
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Child Safety
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St Michael's Grammar School is committedto child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expectedto satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School'sChild Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents may bedownloaded from the School's website.
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All staff at St Michael's must:
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Demonstrate and ensure compliance at all times with theSchool's Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conductand complete regular training in Child Safety standards
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Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and youngpeople to whom we provide services
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Ensure that your interactions with children and youngpeople are positive and safe
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Provide adequate care and supervision of children and youngpeople in your charge
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Act as a positive role model for children and youngpeople
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📌 Head Of Drama And Theatre (Queensland)
🏢 St. Michael's Grammar School
📍 Queensland