EMPLOYMENT
Employment
Cultivating Creativity. Inspiring Excellence.
The Australian Performing Arts Grammar School is a unique independent school where academic excellence and creative achievement are equally celebrated. We inspire young people to pursue their passions through an enriched curriculum that nurtures confidence, independence, resilience, and a strong sense of belonging within a supportive and vibrant community.
Guided by our core values of Respect, Commitment, and Connection, we foster an environment where students are encouraged to think creatively, strive for excellence, and realise their full potential both in the classroom and through the performing arts.
We are seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our community as Head of School. The successful applicant will provide visionary leadership, champion excellence in teaching and learning, and cultivate a culture of innovation, collaboration, and creative growth.
This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and inspirational leader to guide a boutique independent school towards its next chapter of growth. Working collaboratively with the Board, staff, students, and the wider community, you will lead the implementation of a bold vision that strengthens academic outcomes and enhances the School’s distinctive identity in the creative and performing arts disciplines.
Position Overview
The Head of School is responsible for the overall educational leadership, strategic direction, and day-to-day management of the Australian Performing Arts Grammar School.
Reporting to the Board of Directors and working collaboratively with staff, students, and wider community, you will lead the implementation of a bold vision that strengthens academic outcomes and enhances the School’s distinctive performing arts identity, while driving sustainable enrolment growth, managing operational responsibilities and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Click here to apply and access the full Position Description.
All applications are to be sent to: people@my-apgs.nsw.edu.au
Applications close Friday 11 September 2026.
The Australian Performing Arts Grammar School is a small independent, co-educational Year 7-12 school dedicated to extending students academically together with nurturing their passion and talent in the performing and creative arts. Our philosophy revolves around the values of respect, commitment and connection, and our students are encouraged to explore ideas and to expand their skills within a framework of trust and encouragement. APGS offers an arts rich education that fosters and provides students with the opportunity to flourish intellectually and creatively, whilst valuing their individuality and uniqueness.
APGS offers an enriched curriculum, which fosters independence, self-esteem, and a sense of commitment to the wider community. At APGS, all staff know all students and all students know each other from Years 7 to 12. This intimacy of the relationships, where students’ friendships cross year cohorts, results in students feeling supported both academically and socially. Indeed, as students pursue their passions and interests in a supportive environment, this culture of camaraderie over competition is a place where students cheer each other on and celebrate one another.
We do not have any teaching positions available at this time. We encourage you to check this page regularly for future employment opportunities, as vacancies will be advertised here when they become available.
- PDHPE Teacher
- Permanent Part Time 0.4 (Term 3, 2026)
Positions Available:
- Ability to teach Year 7-10 PDHPE
- a small, dynamic community where relationships are pivotal
- opportunities and a commitment to professional development
- No Saturday commitments.
- centrally located in Glebe, near University of Sydney and Central railway.
- be a highly effective, innovative and motivated educator with a passion for teaching and student learning
- Have proven skills in programming, lesson planning, assessment and reporting strategies
- Recognise the importance of providing differentiated content, assessment and learning strategies in all classes
- Be an active user of the schools e-learning platform to support learning and communication
- Take an active interest in the general life of the School - supporting policies, procedures, aims and objectives in order to facilitate the day-to-day operation of, and promote a high quality of education
- Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
- Possess excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills
- Be collegial, flexible and approachable
- Hold high expectations of self and others