Head of Learning — Visual Arts & Drama

Catholic Schools Office; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness Passport

Employee assistance program

Staff training & development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

St Mary’s Catholic College Gateshead invites applications for a permanent full-time Leader of Learning Visual Art/Drama to commence January 2027. The post leads teaching and curriculum for Visual Arts and Drama, partnering with the leadership team to drive excellence in learning within a Catholic context.

Applicants should be a four-year trained teacher with NSW/Australian accreditation, strong data-driven leadership, and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Clear commitment to Catholic education and mission
• Proven track record of leading professional learning
• Strong staff management and admin skills
• Ability to use data to improve outcomes
• Excellent communication and relationships

Responsibilities

• Promote high standards of teaching practice
• Lead and oversee quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
• Deep understanding of KLA curriculum requirements
• Establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
• Support professional development
• Know your students and provide engaging learning that supports wellbeing

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Data-driven

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Four-year trained teacher

NESA accreditation

WWCC

Anaphylaxis training

Postgraduate study (Desirable)

Job description

St Mary’s Catholic College Gateshead invites applications for a permanent full-time Leader of Learning Visual Art/Drama to commence January 2027. The post leads teaching and curriculum for Visual Arts and Drama, partnering with the leadership team to drive excellence in learning within a Catholic context.

Applicants should be a four-year trained teacher with NSW/Australian accreditation, strong data-driven leadership, and a commitment to safeguarding and student wellbeing.