Interim Head of Teaching and Learning Innovation - 12-Month Contract

St Peters Lutheran College - Indooroopilly (see more jobs from this school)

INDOOROOPILLY, QLD 


Curriculum / Learning

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 31 May 2026


12‑month interim SLT appointment shaping a high-impact learning culture and next-practice innovation in a Christian P–12 college.

<ul> <li>Whole‑school T&amp;L leadership across P–12 pathways - commencing Term 3</li> <li>Indooroopilly campus | café on-site + free parking</li> <li>Great staff benefits: PD, tuition concessions, EAP, on-site café</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p><strong>Lead teaching excellence. Drive innovation. Lift learning outcomes.</strong></p> <p>St Peters is seeking an exceptional educational leader for a 12-month interim senior leadership appointment as Interim Head of Teaching and Learning Innovation, commencing at the start of Term 3 (or earlier by negotiation). Reporting to the Deputy Head of College, this role provides College-wide leadership for teaching and learning across P–12, setting strategic direction for curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, staff capability, innovation and educational technology.<strong>&nbsp;</strong><br><br> This is a rare opportunity to shape consistent, high-quality learning experiences across multiple pathways, including the Australian Curriculum, QCE, VET, and the International Baccalaureate (IB PYP and IB Diploma Programme).</p> <p><br><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p>As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead and implement a clear, research-informed Teaching and Learning strategy aligned to the College’s strategic intent</li> <li>Drive consistently high-quality teaching practice through clear expectations, coaching, moderation and professional learning</li> <li>Ensure a rigorous, coherent and well-sequenced P–12 curriculum across all pathways (Australian Curriculum, IB PYP/DP, QCE and VET)</li> <li>Strengthen evidence-informed improvement through the use of learning data, research and classroom evidence to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement</li> <li>Provide governance, quality assurance and compliance oversight, including QCAA and relevant accreditation requirements</li> <li>Provide strategic leadership of eLearning and educational technology, partnering with IT to ensure safe, reliable, education-led implementation</li> <li>Lead and line-manage key portfolios including Curriculum Leaders, Exceptional Learners, IB Diploma Programme, Library Services, Careers, VET, eLearning, and support staff</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>What You Bring</strong></p> <p>You’re a visible, values-driven leader who brings:</p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated success leading whole-of-school (or cross-school) teaching and learning improvement across P–12</li> <li>Deep expertise in curriculum, assessment, moderation, reporting and evidence-based pedagogy</li> <li>Strong capability using data, research and feedback to set priorities, evaluate initiatives and deliver measurable impact</li> <li>Proven people leadership: coaching leaders, setting clear expectations, strengthening accountability and building high-performance culture</li> <li>Capability leading purposeful innovation and effective educational technology integration</li> <li>Sound operational oversight, including reporting cycles, academic administration and compliance requirements</li> <li>Executive presence, strong communication and the ability to build trust with staff, students and families</li> <li>Alignment with and commitment to the Christian ethos and mission of the College</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>Essential requirements</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>Tertiary qualifications in Education (postgraduate qualifications in leadership/curriculum desirable)</li> <li>Current registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>What we offer</strong></p> <p>Staff enjoy a strong package of professional and personal benefits, including:</p> <ul> <li>Strong remuneration and genuine investment in leadership growth (PD + mentoring)</li> <li>Family-friendly benefits including tuition fee concessions</li> <li>Wellbeing support (EAP and annual flu vaccinations)</li> <li>Lifestyle and convenience perks: café, free parking, and Ironbark accommodation in term breaks</li> <li>A rich co-curricular program where staff can lead what they love</li> </ul> <p><br><strong>About Us</strong></p> <p>St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945, St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship, pastoral care, and breadth of co-curricular programs, through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together, academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.<br><br> &nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Please submit:</p> <ol> <li>Your CV</li> <li>Your Educational Philosophy</li> <li>A statement addressing the Selection Criteria (SC1–SC8) (maximum half a page per criterion)</li> </ol> <p>A copy of the Position Description can be found below.</p> <p><strong>Applications close: </strong>10:00am | Monday, 1 June 2026<br><strong>For a confidential conversation: </strong>Lisa Delaney, Acting Head of College | 3377 6280 / <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:l.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.au?subject=Interim%20Head%20of%20Teaching%20and%20Learning%20Innovation%20-%2012-Month%20Contract%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>l.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.au</a>?subject=Interim%20Head%20of%20Teaching%20and%20Learning%20Innovation%20-%2012-Month%20Contract%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29"></a><a href="mailto:l.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.au?subject=Interim%20Head%20of%20Teaching%20and%20Learning%20Innovation%20-%2012-Month%20Contract%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">l.delaney@stpeters.qld.edu.au</a></p> <p>For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.stpeters.qld.edu.au">www.stpeters.qld.edu.au</a>.</p> <p><strong>Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School</strong></p> <p>All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qct.edu.au/teaching-in-queensland">QCT website here</a>. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/apply">Blue Card Services website here.</a></p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://web.martianlogic.com/smejobsearch/jsponly/downloadFile.jsp?jobAttachmentId=110935">Position Description - Interim Head of Learning and Innovation</a></li> </ul>