<p><strong>This Executive Leadership role is offered as an ongoing position commencing Monday, 4 January 2026. &nbsp;Applications close at 4:00pm on Wednesday 26 August 2026</strong></p> <p>The Assistant Head of School - Learning and Teaching is accountable and responsible to the Headmaster for leading, articulating and developing a vision for teaching and learning in the College.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Assistant Head of School – Learning and Teaching is a dynamic member of the College Executive and works collaboratively with members of the Executive to develop and improve the academic programs and classroom pedagogies in the College. The Assistant&nbsp;Head&nbsp;of&nbsp;School&nbsp;– Learning&nbsp;and&nbsp;Teaching is&nbsp;pivotal&nbsp;in&nbsp;leading&nbsp;and&nbsp;managing&nbsp;change, inspiring innovation, promoting excellence and shaping the future direction of the school’s learning and teaching.</p> <p>The Assistant Head of School - Learning and Teaching will be an exceptional educator and leader with a passion for teaching and learning, modelling creative pedagogies and curriculum innovation to inspire and guide others. They will be responsible for the facilitation of sound&nbsp;professional&nbsp;learning&nbsp;opportunities&nbsp;to&nbsp;foster&nbsp;pedagogical&nbsp;reflection&nbsp;and&nbsp;change&nbsp;in&nbsp;teacher practices within the College. They will oversee and assist in offering professional learning opportunities for staff and formulate a strategy for cumulative evaluation. They will work to ensure that staff are engaged in reflective practice in their teaching and that they are informed of quality teaching principles.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The&nbsp;Assistant&nbsp;Head&nbsp;of&nbsp;School&nbsp;–&nbsp;Learning&nbsp;and&nbsp;Teaching&nbsp;is&nbsp;guided&nbsp;by&nbsp;the&nbsp;following delegated key responsibilities:</p> <ul> <li>Lead and sustain an authentic Catholic culture in the tradition of St. Marcellin Champagnat and the Marist Association, inspiring others to commit to a personal and shared mission.</li> <li>Impact and influence Academic Care in the College by building high functioning teams; modelling, stimulating and providing opportunities for creative thinking, innovation and best or next practice.</li> <li>Discussion and administration of Professional Learning strategies and applications.</li> <li>Support Teacher Quality Institute registrations and teacher development.</li> </ul> <p>Please refer to the attached Position Description for full details including the selection criteria.</p> <p>Prior to accepting any teaching position within the College, applicants need to have read the document “Teaching in Catholic Schools – A Statement of Principles”, and the “Marist Child Safe Adult Code of Conduct”, which will be sent to you should you be offered a position.</p> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>External applications will be received through the ‘Apply’ link on the College website, and require completion of personal details, application questions and the upload of a cover letter outlining your skills and experience, resume and WWVP card.&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications from current staff should contain a cover letter outlining your skills and experience and be emailed to <a href="mailto:hr@mcc.act.edu.au?subject=Assistant%20Head%20of%20School%20-%20Learning%20and%20Teaching%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">hr@mcc.act.edu.au</a>. &nbsp;</p> <p>Applications should be addressed to the College Headmaster, Mr Liam Stakelum and be received by <strong>4:00pm on Wednesday 26 August 2026.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>Enquiries regarding the duties and nature of the position, or progress of the selection process, should be directed to (Acting) Assistant Head of School – Staff and Community, Mr Justin Wood at hr@mcc.act.edu.au&nbsp;or by phoning the staff office on 02 6298 7262.</p> <p>The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.&nbsp;We encourage you to visit our website&nbsp;<a href="https://www.maristc.act.edu.au" rel="nofollow">https://www.maristc.act.edu.au</a> should you require further information about Marist College Canberra.</p>