Head of Visual Arts Learning & Curriculum Leadership

Teaching - Secondary; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentor groups and professional dev.

Coursework funding for studies

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Salary packaging options

Wellbeing team and events

Discounts for staff

Job summary

Pymble Ladies’ College is seeking an inspiring and experienced educator to lead the Visual Arts Department. This permanent, full-time role reports to the Deputy Principal, Academic (K-12) and focuses on strategic direction, curriculum leadership and staff development to improve student outcomes.

You will collaborate with other curriculum leaders, coordinate pedagogy and assessment, and promote the College ethos while advancing a holistic, personalised Visual Arts program for Years 7–12.

Qualifications

• Current NESA accreditation and a deep understanding of the Visual Arts syllabus across Stages 4, 5 and 6.
• Ability to effectively lead teaching, learning, innovation and change.
• A proven ability to lead, coach and develop others, and to build a shared vision within a team.
• A broad vision of a holistic curriculum and a commitment to personalised learning within Visual Arts.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to relate to and influence people at all levels of the organisation.
• Confident and competent presentation, group facilitation and training skills.
• Outstanding planning and organisational skills, and strong written communication and documentation skills.
• A flexible, responsive and creative approach, with an innovative mindset.
• Enthusiasm, energy, drive, initiative and perseverance.
• A willingness to support and promote the ethos and values of the College.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Visual Arts department, shaping strategic direction and operations.
• Align learning environment with the College’s ethos and K-12 philosophy.
• Model best practice in teaching, curriculum design, assessment and reporting.
• Develop, engage and support staff performance within the learning area.
• Collaborate with Stage/Subject Coordinators and senior curriculum leaders.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Planning & Organisation

Innovation mindset

Communication

Enthusiasm

Education

NESA accreditation

Job description

Pymble Ladies’ College is seeking an inspiring and experienced educator to lead the Visual Arts Department. This permanent, full-time role reports to the Deputy Principal, Academic (K-12) and focuses on strategic direction, curriculum leadership and staff development to improve student outcomes.

You will collaborate with other curriculum leaders, coordinate pedagogy and assessment, and promote the College ethos while advancing a holistic, personalised Visual Arts program for Years 7–12.