Dean of Teaching and Learning - Secondary

About the role

The King's College is seeking an experienced educational leader to serve as Dean of Teaching and Learning for Years 7-12. The role leads curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, reporting and academic improvement across the Secondary School, working closely with the Principal, the Head of Secondary, Heads of Learning Area and other Deans. It suits a relational, strategic leader passionate about Christian education and instructional excellence.

Key responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of teaching and learning across Years 7-12, covering curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and student achievement.
• Lead evidence-informed teaching practices that strengthen engagement, academic growth and learning outcomes.
• Support and hold Heads of Learning Area accountable, fostering consistency and collaboration.
• Oversee curriculum planning, delivery and compliance with SCSA, WACE and College requirements.
• Monitor student achievement data and lead targeted strategies to improve performance.
• Lead the development and review of assessment, moderation and reporting practices.
• Drive continuous improvement through coaching, mentoring and staff development.
• Oversee Senior Secondary pathways, including ATAR, General, Foundation and VET programs.
• Contribute to the Secondary Leadership Team and support whole-college priorities.
• Model and support the Christian ethos, mission and values of the College.
• Uphold child safety, safeguarding and wellbeing requirements.

Required profile

• Experienced educational leader with proven experience in curriculum innovation and staff development.
• Highly relational, able to mentor and coach staff and build leadership capacity.
• Confident using student achievement data and evidence-informed practice to drive improvement.
• Strategic leader who can turn vision into action and lead change.
• Strong understanding of curriculum, assessment, reporting and Senior Secondary pathways.
• Grounded in a vibrant Christian faith, modelling integrity, humility and servant leadership.

What we offer

• A friendly, collaborative culture with a supportive team.
• Flexible and sustainable working arrangements.
• A wellbeing program supporting physical, emotional and mental health.
• Paid professional development opportunities.
• Salary packaging options (conditions apply).

To apply, use the college's employment application form (not SEEK), attaching a CV with three referees, proof of WWCC, Australian citizenship or permanent residency and a National Police Clearance, and a two-page cover letter addressing the selection criteria.