Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.  

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl. 

The role

The Director of Co-Curricular Performing Arts - Strategy and Operations plays a pivotal role in shaping the K-12 experience across all areas of College life, aligning with and supporting the broader College vision.

The role collaborates closely with the Heads of Co-Curricular Dance, Drama, Language Arts, Music (K -12), Speech and Drama as well as the GMCPA Theatre Manager, to ensure a cohesive and thriving Performing Arts Program.

As a member of the College Executive, the Director of Co-Curricular Performing Arts - Strategy and Operations works in partnership with the Head of Learning Area – Performing Arts, Director of Sport, Head of Extended Learning, the Heads of Dance, the Heads of School and the Campus Manager.  Together they are responsible for developing and sustaining a high-quality Co-Curricular Performing Arts program that enriches student life. 

The College is seeking a passionate, strong leader with the strategic vision and operational expertise to drive an exceptional Performing Arts offering.  The ideal candidate significant experience in managing the administrative complexities of a Performing Arts Program of the scale offered at Pymble.  Leadership in this role involves providing professional guidance and support to the Heads of Co-Curricular Performing Arts Team, fostering excellence across all disciplines.  

Click here for the position description. 

Our kind of Leader

You will demonstrate the following attributes and capabilities:

• Willingness to support the ethos and values of the College
• A broad understanding of the NESA syllabus as it relates to performing arts and ability to teach desirable, not essential 
• Ability to lead innovation and change effectively within Co-curricular Performing Arts
• Be a positive and collaborative contributor to a successful team committed to improving educational outcomes
• Ability to build a shared vision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to relate and influence people at all levels 
• Confident and competent presentation, group facilitation and training skills
• Have a strong understanding of the application of technology to enhance learning
• Outstanding planning and organisational skills
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop others
• Strong written communication and documentation skills
• Flexible, responsive and creative with an innovative mindset
• Possession of enthusiasm, energy, drive, initiative and perseverance
• Be a reflective professional engaged in ongoing development and research in relation to your practice

Your kind of workplace

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback, and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The remuneration for this opportunity is highly competitive. We also have a range of benefits, including:

• mentoring groups and professional development support
• access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
• daily morning tea
• discounted school fees (where applicable)
• a dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• designated car space
• access to Pymble Smart Spending, which is a retail discounts platform

We also provide a wide range of opportunities for Pymble people personally and professionally through growth strategies, career progression, access to the latest technology and best in class resources.

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks. Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity will close on Monday 30th September 2024. 

Successful candidates must provide a paid Working with Children Check prior to engagement.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.