Head of Strings

Scotch College is a leading independent school known for its ambition, values and commitment to nurturing extraordinary outcomes for young people from ELC to Year 12. Set in the Adelaide foothills, the College offers a broad, holistic education grounded in courage, integrity, inclusivity, and a strong commitment to tomorrow.

The Performing Arts is a vibrant and highly valued part of College life, offering rich opportunities in music, drama and dance through both curriculum and co-curriculum programs. With dedicated facilities, active ensemble programs and highly engaged students, Scotch provides a dynamic environment for creativity, collaboration and artistic growth.

About the Role We are excited to introduce a newly created Head of Strings position — an opportunity for an innovative, creative and inspiring professional to shape and grow a flagship R–12 strings program. Working closely with the Heads of Music and Co-Curricular Music and the junior school Performing Arts Coordinator, you will have the professional freedom to design pathways, build ensembles, mentor tutors and establish a strong strings culture within a supportive and future-focused College community.

While this is a part-time role (0.6), there is an opportunity to also privately tutor strings students at the College, offering additional opportunities for involvement and increased time on campus, should the incumbent desire.

Key Responsibilities Lead, develop and oversee the College’s R–12 strings program, ensuring a coherent, sequential curriculum and smooth pathways from Year 2 String Immersion through to senior ensembles

Direct key curricular and co-curricular ensembles, including the Year 2 String Immersion program, Primary String Orchestra and Senior School Orchestra

Coordinate major performances, events, auditions and student progression pathways across the program

Mentor and support a team of peripatetic string tutors, manage program resources and uphold a strong culture of pastoral care and student achievement

Build and sustain strong community and industry connections, positioning Scotch at the forefront of string education.

About You You will be an accomplished string educator, conductor and program leader with:

Demonstrated experience directing school string programs and ensembles across primary and secondary settings

Strong teaching skills and experience delivering early strings programs (e.g., immersion/Kodály/Suzuki-informed approaches)

Proven ability to recruit, mentor and guide string tutors and ensemble directors

Excellent organisation, communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong commitment to student wellbeing and child safety

Active engagement in the wider Adelaide string community and contemporary music education practice

To view the Position Description, visit the Scotch College website: https://www.scotch.sa.edu.au/about-us/careers/

How to apply Applications must be made through SEEK and close at

8am on Monday 12 January 2026 .

Applications should include a CV and Cover Letter and can be addressed to Mr. Wes Brice (Head of Music)

Scotch College reserves the right to interview and appoint suitable candidates prior to the closing date.

Scotch College is a child-safe organisation. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia and will be required to comply with the College’s child protection policies and employment screening requirements.

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