<ul> <li>Lead with purpose. Champion possibility. Help every learner thrive.</li> <li>Lead a passionate team supporting students across Years 7–12.</li> <li>Shape inclusive practice and strengthen teaching across the Senior School.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>As Head of Inclusive Learning, you will lead the Senior School’s approach to inclusive education across Years 7–12, combining strategic direction with practical support for teachers and students.</p> <p>Through a multi-tiered system of support, you will champion quality-first teaching for all, coordinate targeted and intensive support for students with additional needs, and ensure appropriate individualised stretch for able learners who also require support.</p> <p>Working collaboratively with colleagues and families, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead and develop the Inclusive Learning team, building professional capability and a shared commitment to inclusive excellence.</li> <li>Strengthen universal inclusive classroom practice, drawing on Universal Design for Learning and contemporary evidence.</li> <li>Oversee the identification of students’ learning needs and the planning, delivery and review of targeted and intensive support.</li> <li>Support individualised challenge and stretch across the ability range.</li> <li>Use evidence to evaluate impact, refine practice and improve student outcomes.</li> <li>Build strong partnerships that connect classroom teaching, specialist support and each student’s learning journey.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are an accomplished educator and collaborative leader who sees both the potential in every learner and the power of excellent teaching to unlock it.</p> <p>You bring expertise in inclusive education, sound professional judgement and the ability to turn a clear vision into effective practice. You enjoy developing others, building trusting relationships and helping colleagues respond confidently to diverse learning needs.</p> <p><strong>Essential&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>A relevant tertiary degree and a teaching qualification.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated high-level leadership, communication and stakeholder-management experience.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity to lead universal, targeted and intensive support for students with additional needs, and the individualised stretch of able learners who also have a need.&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent written English, effective interpersonal communication and strong technological literacy.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated engagement with contemporary practice in inclusive education, Universal Design for Learning and multi-tiered systems of support.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Postgraduate study or qualification in inclusive education, learning support or gifted education.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience of multi-tiered systems of support, learning plans and case management at scale.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience coordinating special and disability provisions across senior programmes.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>All CGS team members are required to hold appropriate qualifications, a valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card, a current National Police Check and full working rights within Australia.</p> <p><strong>Benefits for you</strong></p> <p>We invest in our people and their professional growth. As a CGS team member, you will have access to:</p> <ul> <li>A competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5% (for permanent team members)</li> <li>Employee awards program and generous professional development funding</li> <li>Attractive salary packaging arrangements</li> <li>Complimentary daily barista-made coffee&nbsp;</li> <li>Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches</li> <li>Access to the onsite health clinic&nbsp;</li> <li>24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program</li> <li>14 weeks of paid parental leave&nbsp;</li> <li>School fee concessions (for permanent team members)</li> <li>Convenient onsite parking</li> </ul> <p><strong>Working at CGS</strong></p> <p>Join a vibrant, welcoming and forward-thinking school community committed to exceptional education.</p> <p>At Canberra Grammar School, our educators are encouraged to grow, innovate and make a meaningful difference. We place student learning and wellbeing at the heart of our work, supporting young people to pursue personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.</p> <p>If you are ready to lead a dedicated team, strengthen inclusive practice and help every learner discover what is possible, we would love to hear from you.</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Please visit <a href="https://cgs.bigredsky.com/page.php?pageID=160&amp;windowUID=0&amp;AdvertID=933475" rel="nofollow">cgs.act.edu.au/careers/</a> to access the position description and submit the following documents:</p> <ul> <li>Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)</li> <li>Resume/CV</li> </ul> <p>Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergo child safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance with our Child Safe policies.</p> <p><strong>Applications will be assessed as they are received, and the vacancy may close prior to the advertised closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.</strong></p>