Leader of Professional Practice
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 13 July 2026
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<p><strong>Leader of Professional Practice</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Gilles Plains, Adelaide SA</strong></li>
<li><strong>Teaching - Secondary (Education & Training)</strong></li>
<li><strong>Full-Time</strong></li>
<li><strong>$92,853 - $126,353</strong></li>
</ul>
<p>St Paul’s College welcomes applications from collaborative and growth-focused educators who are passionate about developing the professional capability of others.</p>
<p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Permanent Teacher (Secondary)</li>
<li>Leadership Position | POR 2</li>
<li>POR Tenure | 2 Years</li>
<li>Commencing January 19, 2027</li>
</ul>
<p>Reporting to the Head of Teaching and Learning (Secondary), the Leader of Professional Practice plays a key role in strengthening teacher capability and professional practice across the College. The role provides induction, mentoring, coaching, and accreditation support to newly appointed, early career, and developing teachers, while also facilitating professional learning and career development opportunities for staff. </p>
<p>Through collaboration with leaders and teachers, the role promotes evidence-informed practice, reflective professional growth, and a culture of continuous improvement that enhances teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.</p>
<p><i>Please refer to the Position Information Document on the website for more details</i></p>
<p><strong>About St Paul’s College</strong></p>
<p>St Paul’s College is a Reception to Year 12 Catholic co‑educational College in the Edmund Rice tradition, where every person feels a deep sense of belonging and is supported to achieve their personal best. We nurture confident, resilient and well‑rounded young people who contribute positively to the world around them, with purpose. </p>
<p>Founded in 1959 and governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia Colleges Ltd, St Paul’s College is inspired by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice and shaped by our values of Faith, Relationships, Excellence and Diversity. We are an inclusive community committed to justice and solidarity. Each person is empowered to make a meaningful difference and play an active and positive role in the world around them. </p>
<p>Grounded in faith, with learning as our core focus, our exceptional staff work in genuine partnership with families and students to foster a community committed to the pursuit of personal excellence. We nurture a deep sense of belonging, where relationships are supportive and authentic. Every aspect of College life reflects our commitment to forming well-rounded graduates with purpose, who are leaders for a better future. </p>
<p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p>
<p>Please visit our website <a href="https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/employment</strong></a> for more information about the opportunity and how to apply. For any additional information, please contact our People and Culture Team via <a href="mailto:employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Professional%20Practice%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au</strong></a> or 8334-8300.</p>
<p>Applications for this position will close at <strong>9.00am Monday 13 July 2026</strong></p>
<p><strong>St Paul’s College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply early.</strong></p>
<p><i>St Paul’s College is accepting and welcoming to all, fostering right relationships and commitment to the common good. This value is carried through to our recruitment processes as an equal opportunity employer. St Paul’s College promotes equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including First Nations peoples.</i></p>