Visual Arts Teacher – Primary School

• Unleash your creativity and inspire the next generation
• Part-time (0.8 FTE), ongoing position
• Join a vibrant, forward-thinking educational environment

About the Role

The Primary School Visual Art Teacher has a responsibility to the Head of Primary to model and uphold the purpose and values of the School, both within the classroom and as an active member of the broader school community. In partnership with the Academic Team, the Visual Art Teacher will design and deliver a dynamic and inspiring academic programme that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and the pursuit of excellence, enabling each student to realise their unique potential.

As part of the Primary School, the Visual Art Teacher plays a crucial role in the holistic development of students. This responsibility extends beyond academic learning to include active engagement in the School’s pastoral care system, the co-curricular programme, and the cultural and spiritual life of the School. Participation in each of these areas is considered an essential expectation of the role, reflecting the School’s commitment to developing well-rounded, compassionate, and resilient learners.

The Visual Art Teacher will create opportunities for students to explore and express themselves through a variety of artistic media, techniques, and styles. By combining the teaching of essential content, knowledge, and skills with an inquiry-driven process of learning, they will help students to make meaningful connections between art, personal identity, and the world around them. Lessons will be designed to encourage curiosity, problem-solving, and innovation while building confidence in both individual and collaborative artistic practice.

Through their passion, expertise, and commitment, the Primary School Visual Art Teacher will inspire students to discover their artistic voice, to take risks in their learning, and to recognise the value of creativity as an essential part of their personal and academic growth.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

• Proven experience in developing innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students
• Curriculum knowledge and teaching and learning strategies from Pre-school to Year 6, explicitly with a focus on Visual Art
• Proven experience in the provision of pastoral care to effectively meet the personal, social, emotional and academic needs of students
• The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff and lead others
• PYP experience or an understanding of Inquiry pedagogy
• The ability to collaborate with others to implement initiatives, project delivery and change management
• Well-developed administrative and organisational skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to the full life of an independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours.

All team members at CGS are required to have:

• Appropriate qualifications and registration
• A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
• A current National Police Check; and
• Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

• A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)
• Staff awards program and generous professional development funding
• Attractive salary packaging arrangements
• Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
• Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
• Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
• 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
• School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
• Free parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do.

How to Apply

Please visit cgs.act.edu.au/careers/ to access the position description and submit the following documents:

• Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
• Resume/CV

CGS is proud to be a School that takes child protection very seriously. All candidates for roles at Canberra Grammar School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.

An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.