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Tara Anglican School for Girls is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 day and boarding school situated in North Parramatta. Established in 1897, Tara has a tradition of excellent pastoral care and high academic standards. Tara is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme (ELC–Year 6) and the Middle Years Programme (Years 7–10) as well as the Higher School Certificate in Years 11–12.  

• Tara is an equal opportunity employer for women
• Staff are offered extensive professional development opportunities
• Tara offers generous staff discounts for children attending the School

Candidates applying for teaching positions are requested to complete this form and to submit it with their application:

Current Vacancies

Principal

Located in North Parramatta, approximately 30 kilometres from the centre of Sydney, Tara Anglican School for Girls is an ELC-12 day and boarding school of around 900 students which offers the IB Primary Years Programme (ELC–6) and the IB Middle Years Programme (7–10) as well as the NSW Higher School Certificate in Years 11–12. In 2022, Tara celebrated its 125th anniversary.

Christian faith is integrated into all aspects of School life, including the curriculum, pastoral programs, behaviours and friendships, and leadership development. Tara’s facilities are expansive, modern and well equipped, supporting both academic excellence and co-curricular participation and success. Over and above this, Tara is known for its individual knowledge of and care for each and every Tara girl.

Tara Council is searching for a faithful, ambitious, and enterprising educator and leader for Tara from Term 1 2024 and beyond, to continue the great work of the retiring Principal, Mrs Sue Middlebrook, who has been Tara’s inspirational leader for almost 15 years. Council would love to meet evangelical Christian candidates who are optimistic, resilient and enthusiastic, with demonstrated communication and relationship building skills, competence in dealing with the many complex situations which arise in a School and student context, who is committed to excellent teaching and learning and understands the financial aspects of managing the resources of an independent school.

Please obtain information about the position by calling the consultant assisting the School, Kathy McLean, of Fish & Nankivell, on 0414 376 698.

A concurrent search is being conducted.

Junior School Receptionist

Tara is seeking a Junior School Receptionist who will be the front face of the School, often the first port of call for our families, students and visitors. The role requires a personable and professional presentation, with desire to serve staff and students.

• Permanent Part Time
• Two or Three days per week
• Position to start Monday 24 April 2023

Application, including full CV, cover letter and details of three referees should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Applications close: 5 April 2023

Note that interviews may take place before this date and in the school holidays.

Sports Coach - Basketball

Tara is seeking a sports coach for Senior School basketball. They will coach team(s) across Years 7 – 12, with the aim of improving girls’ skills whilst fostering engagement and enjoyment for sport and physical activity.

• Casual Position
• Position to start Term 2 2023

Application, including full CV, cover letter and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Applications close: 4 April 2023

Psychologist / School Counsellor Years 7 - 12

This is a re advertised position. Previous applicants need not apply.

Tara Anglican School for Girls is seeking a Psychologist / School Counsellor to serve as a resource to students, parents, teachers, and the School Executive for Years 7 to 12.

This individual will collaborate with pastoral care staff and those who monitor the students' academic performance and progress in the curriculum. They will use their psychology and educational knowledge to help all involved reach the best possible outcomes for the students.

• Permanent Part Time
• Three or four days per week
• Must be a Registered Psychologist
• Position to begin 24 April 2023

Application, including full CV, cover letter and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Applications close: 4 April 2023

Note that interviews may take place before this date.

Tara Aquatic Centre Learn to Swim Coordinator

Tara Anglican School for Girls is seeking a Learn to Swim Coordinator who will be responsible for monitoring all facets of the programs run on behalf of Tara Anglican School for Girls within the new Tara Aquatic Centre. This includes but is not limited to: overseeing staff, assisting with the facility’s compliance, and providing the highest standard of programs.

• Permanent Full Time
• Position to begin 17 April 2023
• Relevant Qualifications are essential

Application, including full CV, cover letter and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

School Bus Driver

Tara is seeking a School Bus Driver to provide a high quality, reliable and safe transport service for students and to ensure that the assigned bus is well maintained and presented.

• Casual position, School Term Time Only
• LR Licence is required

Application, including full CV, cover letter and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Casual Classroom Teachers ELC–6
Casual Specialist Teachers ELC–6 in Music, Art and PE
Casual Senior School Teachers Years 7-12

Tara is always seeking outstanding and enthusiastic teachers with a vision for excellence and innovation in education, and with the qualifications and capacity to work collaboratively with others, as well as show initiative with lessons and programs. 

Application, including full CV, cover letter, academic transcripts and details of three referees, should be sent to:

The Director of Policy, Compliance and Human Resources
Tara Anglican School for Girls
Masons Drive, North Parramatta NSW 2151

Phone: 02 9630 6655
Email: employment@tara.nsw.edu.au

Employment Collection Notice - Privacy Act 1988 (as amended 2014)

1. In applying for this position you will be providing Tara Anglican School for Girls with personal information. We can be contacted at employment@tara.nsw.edu.au
2. If you provide us with personal information, for example, your name and address or information contained on your resume, we will collect the information in order to assess your application for employment. We may keep this information on file if your application is unsuccessful in case another position becomes available 
3. The School's Privacy Policy contains details of how you may complain about a breach of the APPs or how you may seek access to personal information collected about you. However, there may be occasions when access is denied. Such occasions would include where access would have an unreasonable impact on the privacy of others
4. We will not disclose this information to a third party without your consent
5. We are required to conduct a criminal record check and collect information under Child Protection laws. We may also collect personal information about you in accordance with these laws
6. The School may store personal information in the 'cloud', which may mean that it resides on servers which are situated outside Australia. If you provide us with the personal information of others, we encourage you to inform them that you are disclosing that information to the School and why, that they can access that information if they wish and that the School does not usually disclose the information to third parties

For more information on Tara's Privacy Policy or if you have questions regarding a current vacancy please contact us on 02 9630 6655.

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