Assistant Director of Teaching & Learning – Junior School

Waverley College · Waverley, NSW

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Secondary

Closing date

16 October 2026

21 days remaining

Posted 18 Sep 2026

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About Waverley College

Year range

5-12

School staff (FTE)

175.4

124.4 teaching · 51 non-teaching

Students per teacher

12.3:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

1,525

Indigenous students

3%

Language other than English

11%

Socio-educational background

Well above the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

Are you an inspirational educational leader with a passion for curriculum innovation and holistic student achievement? Waverley College is seeking a dynamic and organised Assistant Director of Teaching & Learning to lead the growth, delivery, and assessment of academic programs across our Junior School.

About the Role
Reporting directly to the Director of the Junior School and working closely with the Director of Curriculum (Senior), you will oversee the implementation of the NESA curriculum, student reporting, and external testing frameworks. You will lead staff in continuous improvement, data-informed practice, and the design of rich learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Curriculum Leadership & Compliance: Ensure full NESA compliance, maintain syllabus documentation, and lead curriculum design for the Junior School. Assist with College registration and accreditation.
  • Assessment & Data Management: Oversee student assessment and reporting processes. Coordinate external testing (NAPLAN, Allwell, PAT, ICAS) and analyse data to implement targeted student interventions.
  • Staff Support & Mentoring: Facilitate curriculum-focused professional learning, mentor staff in programming and reporting, and support casual teaching operations.
  • Community & Enrichment: Collaborate on enrichment programs and competitions (e.g., Gateways), participate in student orientation, attend annual camps, and actively engage in school events and duties.

Key Requirements & Selection Criteria

  • Qualifications: Relevant Tertiary Degree in Education and current Teacher Registration, Postgraduate qualif…

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