Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTE - Hamilton

St Nicholas Early Education; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, seeks a permanent full-time Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTE to drive high-quality teaching and learning from January 2027. You will lead curriculum development, support professional learning and uphold NSW/ACT Catholic Systemic standards.

The role requires collaboration with the leadership team to promote excellence and student wellbeing, in a faith-based education setting aligned with contemporary evidence-based practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools.
• Demonstrated success in ensuring a culture of continuous improvement, creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning.
• Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently.
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community.
• Prior leadership experience (Desirable)
• Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)

Responsibilities

• Ensure the highest standards of teaching practice.
• Lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes.
• Have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements.
• Establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice.
• Support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development.
• Know their students and provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Leadership experience

Data-informed decision making

Communication skills

Education

Four-year trained teacher

NESA Teacher Accreditation

NSW Working with Children Check

Anaphylaxis training

Postgraduate study in education

Job description

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Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTE - Hamilton

Posted: 16/10/2026

Closing Date: 28/10/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hamilton

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is seeking a permanent full-time Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTEto join the teamcommencing January 2027.

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, is a comprehensive, co-educational college catering to vibrant young adults across Years 7 to 12. We are committed to creating a contemporary space that caters to the diversity of its students. Teachers are focused on offering a holistic approach to education acknowledging the mind, body and spirit of students and the importance of each in their development of personal and social responsibility.

The teaching community at St Francis Xavier’s College upholds the responsibility of shaping and encouraging young minds through a shared vision of high quality education, hands-on experiences and fruitful learning for all students. Each member of the teaching staff brings with them skills and expertise in their delivery of Stage 6 courses and the requirements of the Higher School Certificate and an understanding of the new Stages 4 and 5 curriculum, while also modelling faith in action by nurturing positive relationships between one another.

Leaders of Learning work in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning principles. Within their faculty they will:

• ensure the highest standards of teaching practice
• lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
• have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements
• establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
• support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development
• know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.

The Leader of Learning will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. They will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Demonstrated success in ensuring a culture of continuous improvement, creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning
• Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school
• High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive And respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
• Prior leadership experience (Desirable)
• Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Curriculum) (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport(T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Greg Ptolemy, Principal on Tel: [phone]or via email: [e-mail]

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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