HEAD OF DEPARTMENT - Technology and Applied Studies (7-12)

Applications are invited from passionate, creative and professional Design and Technology teachers with strong leadership skills and the vision and experience required to lead our department. This is a permanent position, commencing at the start of 2027.

This key leadership position will lead a faculty which currently delivers Design and Technology, Computer Technology and Enterprise Computing, in addition the mandatory Stage 4 Technology course.

The Head of TAS is responsible for the leadership and administration of this department, including curriculum, programming, assessment, staff performance and development and the promotion of the TAS suite of courses within the school community. They are also responsible for managing and coordinating several co-curricular activities, which offer students the opportunity to engage in the world of technologies beyond the regular classroom.

The successful candidate will be a highly accomplished Design and Technology teacher, cutting-edge in their practice and deeply engaged in life-long learning within their discipline. In the classroom, they will be able to encourage, engage and inspire both staff and students,



have experience in curriculum differentiation and expertise in using a range of different pedagogical strategies within the classroom, including the effective use of a broad range of technologies.

As a leader, you will have strong management skills, high level communication skills, expertise in a range of technologies (including resistant materials) and the ability to motivate and lead a diverse team, by modelling the highest standards of professional skill and collaborative teaching practice.

The successful candidate will also be committed to the full life of the school and support its Christian ethos.

Please apply directly by visiting our website:

https://www.sceggs.nsw.edu.au/employment/current-opportunities/head-of-tas-department/

Applications close Wednesday 26 August 2026

SCEGGS remuneration is competitive and well above CMEA salaries. These are paid in accordance with the candidate’s qualifications experience. Additional benefits include reduced teaching loads, extensive professional learning, free parking, EAP and a range of other benefits.

In accordance with the Child Protection legislation, applicants for child-related work must have a current Working with Children clearance which will be verified online by SCEGGS prior to employment.

Please see https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au

📌 Head of TAS Department (Darlinghurst)
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