Leader of Learning - HSIE - Gateshead
Teaching Subject:
HSIE
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 3 June 2026
St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead is seeking a Permanent Full Time Leader of Learning - HSIE to join the team from January 2027.
<p>St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead is seeking a Permanent Full Time Leader of Learning - HSIE to join the team from January 2027.<br><br>
St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead, is a co-educational year 7 to 12 College founded in the finest tradition of the Josephite sisters.<br>
It is recognised and acclaimed as a safe, disciplined, welcoming and caring community.<br>
It is a school where paramount importance is given to building and nurturing quality relationships; providing excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the Visible Learning Framework; setting and maintaining high standards and expectations in all dimensions of college life and providing a sound spiritual framework for students' personal growth and development as learners and as people.<br>
A fundamental belief underpinning college life is a commitment to service in the spirit of the Gospel, which honours the college motto ‘Ready to Serve’.<br><br><br><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://mncatholic.sharepoint.com/:b:/t/HR-HumanResourcesTeamSite-Active-PositionDescriptionLibrary/ETq4E4ODwoBGqy1p-Hwma14BbFXclqeEsxDL7LDSqSefPw?e=hb8PZb"><strong><u>POSITION DESCRIPTION</u></strong></a><br><br>
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:<br>
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<li>ensure the highest standards of teaching practice<br>
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<li>lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes<br>
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<li>have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements<br>
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<li>establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice<br>
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<li>support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development<br>
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<li>know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.<br><br>
The teacher 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. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.</li>
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