Junior School Teaching & Learning Leader

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Ongoing professional development

Discounted school fees for employees

Salary packaging through Southgate

Medibank corporate discounts

On-site gym and pool access

Free onsite parking

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School invites applications for Head of Teaching and Learning in the Junior School. The role provides strategic and operational leadership of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and reporting for Pre-Prep to Year 6, with a focus on excellence, collaboration and evidence‑informed practice.

You will lead improvement across the Junior School, build staff capability, and drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated educational leadership or potential to lead teaching practice and improve learning outcomes.
• Ability to lead, coach and support staff toward strategic priorities.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Commitment to ethical conduct and the School’s vision and values.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development, implementation and review across Pre-Prep to Year 6 aligned with the Australian Curriculum.
• Develop and deliver a school-based vision for curriculum, assessment and reporting with a review cycle.
• Lead teachers through collaborative planning, professional learning, coaching and classroom support.
• Lead moderation and analysis of assessment data to monitor outcomes and inform curriculum and interventions.
• Support Heads of Department and collaborate to ensure differentiated and inclusive learning.
• Communicate regularly with staff and parents about program offerings and student progress.

Skills

Educational leadership

Teacher coaching

Strategic thinking

Data literacy

Inclusion

Stakeholder communication

Education

Teaching qualification with QCT registration

Job description

Ipswich Girls' Grammar School invites applications for Head of Teaching and Learning in the Junior School. The role provides strategic and operational leadership of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and reporting for Pre-Prep to Year 6, with a focus on excellence, collaboration and evidence‑informed practice.

You will lead improvement across the Junior School, build staff capability, and drive a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and high-quality outcomes.