Western Grammar School

Full Time High School Teachers/Primary Teacher/Procurement Manager

Job Reference WGS/PMPTHST2025

ABOUT Western Grammar School, Plumpton, NSW

Western Grammar School is a co-educational K-12 school that has been in operation since 2012. Our mission is to provide quality education in a caring environment producing ethical, resilient lifelong learners. The vision of the school is to support families in educating their children and we offer a broad co-curricular program and are committed to the highest levels of student welfare and wellbeing.

Full Time Procurement Manager/ Primary Teachers/ High School Teachers

Due to the expansion of our school we are currently recruiting for the following positions to join our dynamic team:

1. High School Teachers (7-12): As a high school teacher you will play a pivotal role in shaping the educational experience of our students. Working alongside an adaptable team and under the guidance of our visionary leadership team. ($73,000 - $127,000 per annum),

2. Primary School Teachers (K-6): A Primary School Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging, age-appropriate education to students in Kindergarten through to Year 6. The role involves planning and implementing the NSW curriculum, fostering student development and creating a nurturing and inclusive classroom environment that promotes learning and well-being. ($73,000 - $127,000 per annum),

3. Procurement Manager: We are currently seeking a strategic and experienced Procurement Manager to oversee the school’s purchasing and supplier management processes. This role is essential in ensuring that the school acquires goods and services efficiently, ethically, and within budget, supporting the daily operation of our learning environment while achieving value for money. The main duties of this position include but not limited to the following:

· Manage all procurement activities across the school – including facilities, resources, IT, uniforms and other services.

· Identify, evaluate, and engage suppliers in line with school needs and compliance standards.

· Develop and maintain contracts, vendor agreements, and preferred supplier relationships.

· Monitor and manage procurement budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and financial accountability.

· Ensure purchasing procedures align with school policies and relevant legal/compliance frameworks.

· Collaborate with teaching, admin, and facilities teams to forecast purchasing needs and priorities.

· Maintain accurate procurement records and reporting for auditing and school board reporting.

· Drive continuous improvement across procurement systems and processes.

The Procurement Manager is expected to exhibit the following qualities and competencies:

· Proven experience in procurement, preferably in an education setting.

· Strong understanding of purchasing policies, budgeting, and supplier negotiation.

· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

· Experience with procurement or finance software (XERO)

· High ethical standards and attention to detail, especially in regulated environments.

· Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively across school departments.

· Tertiary qualifications in Business, Procurement, Supply Chain or related field.

Remuneration: We Offer a competitive salary package ($75,000 - $95,000 per annum), commensurate with experience.

HOW TO APPLY: Please send a covering letter with current CV, including the names and addresses of two referees to the email below. Referees will only be contacted after initial interviews have been carried out. (Your present Employer should be listed amongst the referees). Applicants will be required to provide original copies of their qualifications as well as their current working with children check letter. The school has specific requirements of staff such as dress etc – please enquire for more details.

Applications Close: Monday, 6th October 2025. Email to: [email protected]