Working at Meriden
As one of Australia’s leading independent girls’ schools, Meriden is committed to offering more than academic excellence.
Our holistic educational approach aims to see every student reach her full potential. The size and structure of our school balance two important factors: being large enough to cater to a broad range of interests, so every girl can find her niche, with limited class sizes to ensure every girl is individually known by all her teachers and peers.
At the heart of our vibrant community are passionate and highly skilled professionals who make a meaningful impact in the lives of our students. Our Christian values underpin all aspects of school life, shaping a culture of care, integrity and purpose. We deeply value our staff and actively invest in their growth through professional learning, mentoring, and ongoing development opportunities.
Message from the Principal
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Mrs Lisa Brown
Principal
Staff Benefits
Meriden aims to be an engaging place of employment where staff are supported in their professional learning, encouraged to be lifelong learners and inspired and supported to continue to grow and develop professionally. Meriden has a diverse staff community that has cultivated a friendly, collaborative and encouraging spirit. Staff take pride in making a positive contribution to the school’s ethos both inside and outside the classroom.
We provide a range of benefits to support the ongoing wellbeing and development of all our staff.Â
These benefits include:
- Teacher accreditation support
- Professional learning sessions and support
- NESA registered professional learning provider
- Access to the School’s library resources
- Access to outstanding and plentiful teaching resources
- Financial support for additional tertiary qualifications
- Personal laptop for teaching staff
- Class sizes capped at 22 in Pre-Kindergarten, and 24 in Kindergarten ‒ Year 12
- Salary packaging available through preferred suppliers
- Voluntary superannuation contributions and option to nominate your own superannuation fund
- Reduced tuition fees for children of permanent staff
- Maternity Leave – 14 weeks paid leave (as per Enterprise Agreement)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Annual flu vaccinations
- Access to heated outdoor swimming pool and fully-equipped fitness centre
- School Council Gift days (in addition to statutory leave) for support staff
- A Council Grace day when staff attend a camp of two or more nights
- Onsite canteen
- Walking distance to Strathfield station servicing all major Sydney and interstate lines, and access to local bus routes
- Twice weekly group exercise classes
- Comfortable staffrooms and classrooms, all airconditioned
- Staff morning teas
- Staff social events
- Welcome dinner for all new permanent staff
- Invitation to staff Christmas party for all permanent staff
- Book Club
- Weekly Chapel service
- Optional staff Bible study group
- Optional Junior School and Senior School staff prayer groups
Our team at a glance
Meriden proudly employs over 325 staff members who bring a rich diversity of cultural backgrounds, experience and perspectives across all ages and stages of their careers.
The Strategic Plan 2024 – 2026
Meriden girls are defined by their passion and compassion, their joy and determination. The school’s aim is always to provide girls with opportunities to thrive; to channel their curiosity, talent and convictions in ways that will help them live with spirit, purpose and kindness.
Meriden’s Strategic Plan 2023–2026, Connecting to Purpose Through Service and Leadership, guides our vision for the future, ensuring we continue to nurture graduates who are not only academically successful but also compassionate, resilient and equipped to lead and serve with purpose in a changing world.
