Head of Learning Enhancement

Pymble Ladies’ College is a school of the Uniting Church in Australia for girls Kindergarten to Year 12 with boarding from Year 7. At Pymble, we foster a world-class educational environment with the importance of global citizenship and a worldwide perspective central to our strategic intent.

We believe our staff, both teaching and non-teaching, are our most valuable resource. We are proud to have passionate and dedicated staff who recognise the unique strengths and qualities of every Pymble girl.

The role

We are seeking a passionate educator with a desire to ensure that our students are provided with best-in-class individual learning support. The Head of Learning Enhancement (K-12) leads a team of learning enhancement and EAL/D teachers and maintains collaborative working relationships with other key staff related to student learning and academic wellbeing outcomes.

Reporting to the Deputy Principal- Academic (K-12), the Head of Learning Enhancement (K-12) works collaboratively with the College’s academic staff K - 12 and four Heads of School to provide a comprehensive, sequential and effective student-centred program aligned to the strategic goal of personalised education. This role supports the College’s strategic direction of creating knowledge for a better future, valuing diversity as the path to unity, empowering students to be courageous and leveraging technologies for an innovative future.

This position enables the College to serve students with support needs through high quality support services and through leadership of the K-12 Learning Enhancement team and day to day management of the Secondary Learning Enhancement team.

The role assists the College in its mission of providing resources which motivate, stimulate and enrich learning. Project work includes consideration and implementation of pathways for students and delivering professional learning with staff. The position is responsible for outcomes in student experience, foundational excellence and teacher growth.

The Head of Learning Enhancement(K-12) is required to teach a 0.4 load, or as determined by the Principal.

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Our kind of teacher

You will display the following skills and attributes:

• Willingness to support the ethos and values of the College
• Possess appropriate teaching qualifications and registration with NESA
• Qualifications in Special Education and experience with supporting students with additional needs
• Expert knowledge of current theory and practice in Special Education
• Experience managing a large team/department
• Understand the academic and pastoral needs of students as these relate to the learning outcomes
• The ability to develop positive and professional relationships with staff
• Willingness to liaise closely with key academic and pastoral staff to enhance student outcomes
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
• A willingness to participate in ongoing professional learning
• Experience and interest in the use of Information Technology in working with students with learning needs
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement
• Ability to demonstrate professional conduct and discretion at all times

Your kind of school

Pymble people are at the heart of what the College offers its students. That’s why every Teacher, Professional Services and Co-curricular staff member is valued for being the person they are, for the quality of their work, for their diverse contribution and for their wins – big and small. We express our appreciation in many ways, including through recognition programs, story sharing, celebrations, feedback and competitive remuneration.

We treasure our caring, collegiate community, which Pymble people often refer to as the ‘Pymble family’. We also appreciate that our family is not the only one in the lives of Pymble people, so we ‘walk the talk’ when it comes to supporting work-life balance, providing family benefits and contributing to community connections.

Your kind of benefits

The salary for this role is based on NESA accreditation and a competitive leadership allowance. We also offer a range of benefits, including:

• training and professional development support
• access to our Aquatic and Fitness Centre, with free Yoga and Pilates classes
• daily morning tea
• discounted school fees (where applicable)
• a dedicated Staff Wellbeing team and regular social events
• close to public transport and onsite or nearby (street) parking
• access to Pymble Smart Spending, which is a retail discounts platform

Our kind of process

To learn more about this position, the calibre of person we are seeking to appoint, what makes Pymble an excellent place to work and continue your journey of professional growth - please submit your application online.

Our process normally involves two rounds of interviews and reference checks.Please note that applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may occur prior to the closing date. Applications for this opportunity close on Monday 2nd September, 2024.

Successful candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide a Working with Children Check.

Pymble Ladies’ College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workforce which represents the diverse society in which we live. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

We acknowledge the Durramurragal as the traditional custodians of the land on which our College is built. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future recognising the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.