Head Of Learning Diversity

Loreto Mandeville Hall; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Loreto Toorak seeks an experienced educator for Head of Learning Diversity, commencing Term 1 2027. This full‑time, ongoing role includes a three‑year leadership appointment and a teaching allocation.

The Head will lead inclusive education strategies, support diverse learners, and link curriculum and pastoral teams to ensure all students thrive. Catholic independent school ethos and collaborative culture described.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications required with current VIT registration.
• Deep understanding of inclusive education differentiated instruction for diverse learners.
• Proven experience leading high‑performing teams and curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and implementation of inclusive education strategies.
• Coordinate curriculum and pastoral coordination across learning diversity initiatives.
• Manage resources and staff within the Learning Diversity area and promote staff development.

Skills

Postgraduate qualifications

VIT registration

Inclusive education

Curriculum leadership

Pedagogy

Interpersonal skills

Digital literacy

Education

Postgraduate qualifications

VIT registration

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 22 October 2026

Loreto Toorak is seeking an experienced educator for the position of Head of Learning Diversity, commencing Term 1 2027. This is a full-time, ongoing teaching role with a three-year leadership appointment, responsible for inclusive education strategies, diverse learning support, and leading curriculum and pastoral coordination.

Loreto Toorak is a leading Catholic independent girls' school, with a proud tradition of empowering young women to discover their own direction and purpose.

For more than 100 years, Loreto Toorak has nurtured each girl's potential through an education that combines academic excellence with opportunities across cultural, sporting, wellbeing and cocurricular pursuits. Our students are challenged to think deeply, act with courage and develop the confidence to navigate an ever-changing world.

We support every student to develop her own compass, building the knowledge, values and conviction to make a meaningful contribution to her community and beyond.

The position

Loreto Toorak invites applications from experienced and talented educators to join our dedicated team in the position of Head of Learning Diversitycommencing Term 1 2027. This opportunity is offered as a full time, ongoing substantive position as Teacher with a three-year leadership appointment. This position includes a teaching allocation.

The Head of Learning Diversity is responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies that ensure inclusive educational practices, support diverse learning needs, and promote equitable opportunities for all students. This position focuses on creating a learning environment where every student, regardless of their learning differences or abilities, is able to thrive and reach their full potential.

Importantly this position is responsible for linking curriculum and pastoral teams in the effective and coordinated support of student needs. Fostering creative and innovative thinking among colleagues while managing staff, supporting their growth and development, and managing the resources and programs in their area will be required.

For more details on the responsibilities, please refer to the detailed position description available on our careers page.

About You

To excel in this position, you will need:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications and current VIT registration
• A deep understanding of inclusive education differentiated instruction and evidence-based practices to support diverse learners
• Excellent leadership skills and experience leading and managing high performing teams
• Experience leading curriculum development, pedagogy and curriculum implementation
• Highly developed interpersonal skills, negotiating, influencing and communication skills
• High levels of digital literacy

Why work at Loreto Toorak?

Joining Loreto Toorak means becoming part of an inclusive and collaborative community dedicated to shaping the next generation of confident and compassionate young women. Our staff play an important role in helping students discover their strengths and pursue their passions. In return, we offer rewarding career opportunities, ongoing professional learning and excellent facilities, creating an environment where both students and staff thrive.

Applications close 9am Thursday 22nd October. Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a child safe employer, committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All staff are expected to actively contribute to a child safe culture and uphold the School’s Child Safeguarding and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct. In accordance with theWorker Screening Act 2020 (Vic.), all applicants engaged in child-related work must hold a valid Working with Children check or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). These will be sighted, verified, and recorded as part of the recruitment process.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Combined
Gender: Girl

1210 Students
250 TeachingStaff
100 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Loreto Toorak is a leading Catholic independent Girls' School, grounded in the 400-year tradition of our foundress Mary Ward, empowering young women to discover their own direction and purpose.We are a proud member of the Australian network of Loreto schools. For more than 100 years, we have nurtured each girl's potential through an education that combines academic excellence with opportunities across cultural, sporting, wellbeing and cocurricular pursuits.