Head of Data & Innovation
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 13 July 2026
Looking for a Leadership position focused on the future of learning through data, innovation and digital transformation? Apply Now!
<p>St Paul's College welcomes applications from strategic educational leaders seeking to join the College at an exciting time of growth. The expansion of the College has created new leadership opportunities to strengthen innovation, data-informed practice and digital capability across the College.</p>
<p> <strong>The Opportunity</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Permanent Teacher (Secondary)</li>
<li>Leadership Position | POR 4</li>
<li>POR Tenure | 4 Years</li>
<li>Commencing January 19 2027</li>
</ul>
<p>As an ex officio member of both the Primary and Secondary Leadership Teams, the Head of Data & Innovation provides strategic leadership for the development of a whole-school culture of data-informed improvement, innovation, and effective use of digital systems. The role leads the integration, analysis and application of student learning, wellbeing and engagement data to strengthen teaching practice, support decision-making, and improve student outcomes. </p>
<p>The Head of Data & Innovation also oversees the effective operation, governance and continuous improvement of the College’s learning management and data systems, including SEQTA and associated platforms. Working in partnership with College leaders, this role ensures data, systems and emerging technologies are used ethically, purposefully and effectively in support of the College’s strategic priorities, educational vision and continuous improvement agenda.</p>
<p><i>Please refer to Position Information Document on 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=Head%20of%20Data%20%26%20Innovation%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>Please note: Only complete applications submitted directly to St Paul’s College will be considered. Applications submitted via this Seek advertisement will not be reviewed.</i></p>
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<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>