Applications are sought for a Position of Leadership - Level 4. This is a 3-year tenured position with an ongoing teaching appointment.
About the business
Padua College is a thriving Catholic Secondary School on the Mornington Peninsula, with **** students across four campuses. We believe purpose resides in every student, and so nurture each student's potential, supporting them to grow in character, discover talents, and embrace their unique callings.
About the role
Applications are sought for the position of Head of Performing Arts - POL 4. This is a 3 year tenured Position of Leadership in conjunction with an ongoing teaching appointment.
Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.
The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our "why" at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction.
We want every person to:
• recognise and utilise their God-given talents;
• be the best they can be; and
• make a positive impact on their world.
Our Core Values:
a) We welcome and affirm
b) We inspire growth of the whole person
c) We create a love of learning
d) We build positive relationships
e) We embrace diversity
f) We show compassion for those in need
g) We reconcile and forgive
h) We work for a just and peaceful world
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The Head of Performing Arts provides College-wide leadership of an inclusive and vibrant Performing Arts program. The role seeks to "positively influence others to achieve a shared vision" for Performing Arts across all campuses (MACS, Vision for Leadership, ****).



It creates opportunities for students to learn, perform and contribute to College life, recognising and nurturing their unique gifts. Through music, drama and performance, the Head of Performing Arts strengthens student engagement, belonging and achievement.
The Head of Performing Arts sets the direction for instrumental, vocal and other co-curricular programs; leads and supports staff; and oversees performances and events, including a key leadership contribution to the College Production. The role works closely with the Learning Leader – Drama and Music, College Production Director (during Production cycle) and other leaders to provide coherent opportunities across the College.
The Head of Performing Arts reports to the Vice Principal – Staff, Strategy and Development and the Principal.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The responsibilities of the Head of Performing Arts include, but are not limited to:
providing strategic program leadership through a coherent, inclusive and high-quality Performing Arts direction across the College;
leading the delivery, quality and evaluation of instrumental, vocal and other co-curricular Performing Arts programs across campuses;
leading and developing Performing Arts staff across campuses, including consistent practice, supervision and child safety induction;
strengthening student participation and community engagement through Performing Arts opportunities, partnerships and events;
planning, delivering and evaluating a sustainable program of performances and events, with appropriate staffing, approvals and regard for staff and student workload and wellbeing;
managing Performing Arts budgets, facilities, equipment and resources responsibly and using evidence for continuous improvement; and




undertaking other day-to-day duties and implementing decisions as requested by the Principal or the College Improvement Team.

Teachers are supported by the Department Heads, Learning Leaders, the Assistant Heads of Campus (Learning and Pedagogy), Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus), and the Vice Principal (Learning and Teaching) across the College in the development, implementation, and teaching of the curriculum.
They are also supported by the House Coordinators, Assistant Heads of Campus (Student Wellbeing and Growth), the Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus) and the Vice Principal – Students, in the pastoral care and discipline of students, as well as the smooth and effective management of classes.
SALARY REMUNERATION: According to the CEMEA ****, $79,****** - $118,****** per annum, plus 12% superannuation.
A Position of Leadership 4 is $13,****** per annum.
Applications for this position close at *****am Monday 19 October ****.
All applications will be acknowledged upon receipt by return email.
Shortlisted candidates will receive further communication from the College regarding the position.
The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.
Padua College is a Child Protected School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children. For teaching positions successful applicants will hold Victorian Institute of Teaching Registration and for non-teaching positions successful applicants will be subject to a Working with Children Check and a National Police Record Check.
Head of Performing Arts - Position Description
Padua College is a thriving Catholic Secondary School on the Mornington Peninsula, with **** students across four campuses. We believe purpose resides in every student, and so nurture each student's potential, supporting them to grow in character, discover talents, and embrace their unique callings.

📌 Head Of Performing Arts 2027 (Queensland)
🏢 Padua College - Mornington
📍 Queensland