Design & Technology Coordinator

International Grammar School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Passport

Discounted parking

Job summary

International Grammar School in Sydney is seeking a qualified Design & Technology Coordinator reporting to the Director of Art & Design to provide curriculum leadership, strategic direction, and effective management of staff and resources.

The role requires experience teaching HSC Stage 6 Design and Technology, oversight of the Major Design Project, and a strong understanding of HSC assessment requirements.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching HSC Stage 6 Design and Technology.
• Oversight of the Major Design Project.
• Strong understanding of HSC assessment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and assessment leadership.
• Mentor staff and manage resources.
• Ensure compliance with NSW/NESA policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Director of Art & Design to foster teaching excellence.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

HSC DT expertise

Staff mentoring

Assessment leadership

Education

DT teaching qualification

Job description

Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, and secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking a qualified and passionate Design & Technology Coordinator reporting to the Director of Art & Design to provide curriculum leadership, strategic direction, and effective management of staff and resources. Applicants must have demonstrated experience teaching HSC Stage 6 Design and Technology, including oversight of the Major Design Project and a strong understanding of HSC assessment requirements.

The role is responsible for curriculum development, assessment leadership, staff mentoring, resource management, and ensuring compliance with NESA and IGS policies and procedures. Working closely with the Director of Art & Design, the Coordinator plays a key role in fostering excellence in teaching and learning while supporting student achievement, staff development, and a safe, engaging learning environment.

We are a Child Safe organisation with strong practices that place the protection and rights of children as paramount.

In return for your skills and experience you will:

• Participate in regular high-quality training and professional development days at the commencement of each school term.
• Enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.
• Benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences.
• Experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus.
• Have access to the Employee Assistance Program.
• Have access to our Fitness Passport program.
• Enjoy discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

• your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth
• copies of related academic qualifications and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated
• proof of identity will be required
• as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification. The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.
• NESA Accreditation number and details
• NESA Summary Statement

Closing Date: Friday 25 September 2026