Senior Curriculum Adviser - Performing & Visual Arts

Department of Education Victoria; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Education Victoria in Melbourne seeks a Senior Curriculum Advisor to lead curriculum policy, engage with schools and partners, and drive high-quality assessment and reporting across early years to senior secondary.

The role emphasizes collaboration, critical thinking, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions while upholding VPS values and a safe, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Relevant tertiary qualification in education is essential.
• Classroom practice experience related to the role is essential.
• Project management and policy development skills are highly regarded.
• Classroom practice across F-10 and senior secondary highly regarded.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Education

Relevant tertiary qualification in education

Job description

Department of Education Victoria – Melbourne VIC

The VCAA is a statutory body responsible to the Victorian Minister for Education, serving both government and non-government schools. In this context, the VCAA is responsible for developing high-quality curriculum and assessment products and services. The VCAA is a registered foundational and senior secondary awarding body with the Victorian Registration and Qualifications Authority (VRQA).

As part of its functions, the VCAA develops policies, criteria and standards for: curriculum, assessments and courses for school-aged students; learning, development and assessments which relate to early childhood.

The VCAA develops strong relationships with the government, Independent and Catholic school sector, other national and interstate curriculum authorities, academics in the field, teacher/subject associations and, most importantly, with Victorian educators.

All VCAA employees are expected to perform their duties in accordance with relevant legislation, governance requirements, policies and procedures, safety obligations, the Code of Conduct for Victorian public sector employees, and the Victorian Public Sector Values. All roles are expected to work collaboratively across teams and functions, build productive relationships, and contribute to shared organisational outcomes.

About the Division

Curriculum Division

is responsible for the development, implementation and review of:

• the Victorian Curriculum F-10
• Senior Secondary, including: the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the VCE Vocational Major; the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC); the VCE Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs
• international programs

The Performing & Visual Arts Curriculum Unit

is in the Curriculum Policy and Strategy Branch of the Curriculum Division and supports the monitoring, development, maintenance and delivery of high-quality curriculum and related services. The Unit focuses on Victorian students' learning within Arts curriculums delivered by the VCAA across early years, F-10, Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) and relevant Vocational Education and Training (VET) programs. The Unit works across the Curriculum Division and the VCAA to further the functions of the unit and has an orientation toward engagement with educators and education providers.

About the Role

Please refer to the position description.

Attributes

Can you demonstrate exceptional Performing Arts curriculum leadership, innovative thinking, effective communication, and adept problem-solving abilities? The VCAA is seeking a Senior Curriculum Advisor who will be a collaborative team player with a "can do" attitude and is able to use their subject matter expertise, critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide innovative solutions to complex issues. In the role, you will build and develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and work collaboratively within a team. You will also have excellent analytical and written communication skills and be able to work proactively and independently to support the VCAA to deliver on its vision and mission to provide clear and fair learning expectations with real pathways for all Victorian students and to make sure that curriculum, assessment and reporting are strong, fair and connected from early years to senior secondary. Your passion for teamwork, people and project discipline will ensure you demonstrate the VPS values and lead with integrity, while supporting a safe and inclusive workplace.

Desirable Qualifications and Experience

Relevant tertiary qualification in education is essential.

Classroom practice experience and subject matter expertise related to the role function is essential.

Project management and policy development skills would be highly regarded.

Classroom practice experience across both F—10 and senior secondary highly regarded

Further Information

The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page

Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.

Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au.

For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Sean Butler - Executive Director Curriculum via 0401 081 *** or ***********@education.vic.gov.au

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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Applications close 11:59pm on 30-Oct-2026

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