Leader of Learning- English

St Mary's College · Gunnedah, NSW

Employment

Full time, Contract

Subject

English

Sector

Catholic

Teaching level

Secondary

Salary range

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Closing date

18 October 2026

19 days remaining

Posted 28 Sep 2026

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About St Mary's College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

7-12

School staff (FTE)

56.7

38.6 teaching · 18.1 non-teaching

Students per teacher

10.6:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

411

Indigenous students

17%

Language other than English

3%

Girls vs boys

221 girls · 190 boys

54%
46%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

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Role description

Position Purpose

The Leader of Learning KLA is responsible for leading a dynamic team whilst enhancing a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth.

The role provides authoritative and instructional leadership to teachers, support staff and students. The position requirements align with and reflect the Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) Middle Leader Standards. It assumes professional capabilities consistent with ‘Highly Accomplished’ and/or ‘Lead’ Australian Professional Standards for Teachers descriptors developed by the Australian Institute of Teachers and School Leadership, although accreditation at this level is not a requirement. 

The leadership and direction provided by the Leader of Learning KLA will be consistent with;

  • The message of Jesus and the Gospels
  • Catholic Church teachings, principles and values
  • Armidale Catholic Schools policies and directives
  • Armidale Catholic Schools Catholic Principles and Values
  • Armidale Catholic Schools Mission and Vision Statement
  • Armidale Catholic Schools Strategic Directions.
  • Armidale Catholic Schools policies and practices including ACS Non-Negotiables of a Catholic Professional Learning Community, ACS Living Well Learning Well Student Support Framework and ACS Leading Well.

Commencement

The commencement date for this position will be 27 January 2027.

Essential criteria

  • Comprehensive understanding of contemporary pedagogical practices and 7-12 KLA curriculum, with a demonstrated ability to implement these practices to a high standard in contemporary classrooms

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