Coordinator - Bands and Percussion

About Seymour:

Seymour College is a leading independent girls’ school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students reach their potential. Our vision is to develop young women of strength, optimism and justice, confident for the future. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence.

About the role: 

Seymour College is seeking a passionate and dynamic Bands and Percussion Coordinator to lead and develop our outstanding Bands and Percussion programs across our Junior and Middle/Senior campuses. Reporting to the Director of Performance, this pivotal role will oversee all band and percussion-related activities including immersion programs, ensemble programs, concerts, tours, and community events.

This role is offered at 32 hours, across 41 weeks of the year. The key responsibilities are to:

• Coordinate and conduct ensembles across both campuses, including Concert Bands.
• Lead the Band Immersion Program, managing tutors and resources.
• Plan, manage and deliver concerts, tours and community events such as Generations in Jazz and the SA School Band and Orchestra Festival.
• Oversee repertoire, consumables and equipment, including the maintenance and repair of wind, brass and percussion instruments.
• Collaborate with Performance staff, tutors and administrative teams to ensure high-quality programs and seamless delivery of events.
• Mentor students, extend advanced learners and provide opportunities for participation in College and external events.
• Serve as Musical Director for the College Musical, conducting the orchestra or band.

About you:

The successful candidate will hold:

• Qualifications and extensive experience in Music Performance and/or Education.
• Demonstrated expertise in conducting Concert Bands and delivering Band Immersion programs.
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities, with the capacity to inspire students and support tutors.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills, fostering collaboration with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Current South Australian WWCC, RRHAN-EC Fundamentals & Masterclass certification, and First Aid in an education setting (HLTAID012) or willingness to obtain.
• A commitment to the values and ethos of Seymour College.

How to Apply:

Applications for this position close Friday 28 August, 2026. Please provide the following addressed to Mrs Vanessa Browning, Principal:

• Resume
• Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility
• Contact details of 3 referees  

For further details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the Position Description and Candidate Information Pack, available through our Careers Page. To learn more about Seymour College please visit our website https://www.seymour.sa.edu.au. The College reserves the right to commence interviewing and appoint prior to the closing date. 

To discuss this role please contact Sarah Davidson, People and Culture Administrator on 08 8303 9043.

Information provided by applicants will be subject to the Seymour College Privacy Policy which is available to view on the College website. Seymour College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people through the prevention, identification and reporting of child abuse and neglect. All candidates for roles at the College are subject to thorough screening and assessment to determine suitability and support of child safety. All employees, volunteers and visitors are expected to model and encourage behaviour that upholds the dignity and protection of students from harm. In applying for this role, you are asserting the accuracy and integrity of your application, including the complete disclosure of any matter that may be inconsistent with the safety and wellbeing of children and young people, or bring the College into disrepute.