Introduction:

The Scots College is a distinctive Australian day and boarding boys' school that promoting the lordship of Jesus Christ in all things. We exist to inspire boys to learn, lead and serve as they strive for excellence together. Scots has been raising fine young men since 1893 from Sydney, NSW and different nations around the world.

Our staff are committed to a culture of high expectations that nourishes creative, confident, accomplished young men. We employ professional, experienced and hardworking staff who are offered outstanding opportunities for development, leadership and new experiences. At Scots, you belong to a team who enjoy working alongside you and champion your accomplishments.

What do we offer?

- A culture that cultivates a body of graduates who are well-rounded, successful men of faith and independent mind who influence their nation for the greater good and who strive to be worthy of their forefathers.

- An institution that seeks to serve God faithfully, through our core values and culture.

- Personal development and growth opportunities.

- A constructive and supportive work environment in which all staff members are valued.

- Financial and non-financial rewards and incentives.

- Free barista morning coffee and lunches.

- Employee Assistance Programs.

- Access to The Scots College bus transport system.

- Access to medical services.

- Free access to the college gym.

- Salary packaging.

Description:

The Head of Art and Design (Senior School) leads the delivery of education in Art and Design

Key Tasks and Expected Outcomes

1. Cultural leadership:

In conjunction with the Principal and other members of the College Leadership:

- Promote, develop and protect the vision, beliefs, ethos and educational tradition in every aspect of The Scots College life

- Wholeheartedly support the religious affiliation and spiritual life of the College

- Create and maintain a climate of care and hospitality for all branches of the College family

- Model Christian values in all dealings

- Encourage the development of social conscience as an essential aspect of the College operation

- Ensure that College policy and practice nurture respect for difference in all its forms - gender, race, talent, religion, culture

- Promote a sense of collaboration and affinity with the Presbyterian Church in general

2.

Strategic

Leadership of Art and Design (Senior School)

- Lead the development of a strategic perspective for the development of the Department within the framework of the College’s Strategic Intent and Operational Plan.

- Lead the delivery of quality, excellence and rigour in teaching programs and practices by the department, including the implementation and management of:

o Department teaching programs.

o NESA compliance.

o College academic policies and practices within the department, including assessment policies.

o Resources.

o Recognition of student achievement.

- Develop and lead an effective Department Team

- Focus on the development of the Department as a learning community of the highest quality

- Keep up to date with current educational and curriculum developments

- Disseminate appropriate curriculum information to the members of the Department Team

- Lead the development and ongoing evaluation of curriculum within the relevant subject area(s), in collaboration with the Head of Curriculum and Assessment (Senior School) and Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School)

- Monitor the effectiveness of pedagogy within the relevant subject area(s),



in collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) and Deputy Principal – Academics

- Lead the Department Team in a process of regular collaborative review of programs, practices and academic outcomes, in collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) and Deans of Year

- Implement procedures to ensure that appropriate analysis of external testing results is undertaken within the Department, in collaboration with the Director of Teaching andLearning (Senior School) and Head of Senior School

- Lead and support the development of literacy skills within the relevant subject area(s)

- Lead and support the integration of learning technology into pedagogy and curriculum within the Department, in collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School)

- Contribute to the development and implementation of College’s academic policies and initiatives within the framework of the College’s Strategic Intent and Operational Plan

- Support and consult with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School), Deputy Principal – Academics, Senior School Leadership Team, and other senior staff about matters related to the Department

- Lead College initiatives, projects and programs – to be agreed on annually following discussions with the Head of Senior School and the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School)

3.

Operational

Leadership of Art and Design (Senior School)

- Oversee the quality, excellence and rigour of teaching programs and practices in the Department:

- Implement College assessment and reporting policies and practices in the Department:

- Support the Deputy Principal – Academics, Head of Senior School and Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) in the development of a financially viable and

compliant timetable structure, including overseeing the Department’s teacher, class and room allocations

- Communicate relevant College policies and initiatives, information and Department activities effectively to staff, students and parents, ensuring all published information is comprehensive and up to date

- Promote student achievement through the display of student work in the learning environment and contribution of sample work to Department, School or College initiatives

- Provide assistance and support in the development and ongoing evaluation of Special Needs, ESL and Gifted and Talented programs within the relevant subject area(s), in collaboration with the Head of Learning Enrichment (Senior School) and the Director ofTeaching and Learning (Senior School)

- Provide assistance for teachers with appropriate curriculum differentiation within the relevant subject area(s), in collaboration with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) and the Head of Learning Enrichment (Senior School)

- Monitor the academic progress of students within the relevant subject area(s), and taking appropriate action in relation to students who are underachieving, in collaboration with the Deans of Year





- Lead a departmental annual review of analysis of external and internal assessment results.

- Work with the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) and Deans of Year to ensure balanced Assessment schedules for boys Years 9-12.

- Work in collaboration with Deans of Year and Department teachers to manage student behaviour issues.

- Proof-read all Department reports

- Participate in the College budget process to ensure that the Department is resourced effectively to deliver its teaching programs and ensure regular upgrading of resources

- Manage Department resources, storage and teaching spaces

- Work with Department staff to ensure that workplace health and safety requirements and practices are met as they particularly apply to the work of the Department (including the safe storage of chemicals and safe operating procedures for plant and equipment)

- Oversee excursions, incursions, field trips and the use of guest speakers

4. Teaching, Pastoral Care, Co-curricular Activities, Personal Planning and Team

Leadership

- Teach classes, participate in the pastoral care program and take sporting/co-curricular activities – to be agreed on annually following discussions with the Head of Senior School, Director of Sport and Co-curricular, and the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School)

- Provide leadership, support and mentoring to Department members and other professional colleagues in the development and implementation of personal professional, team and whole-College goals within the framework of the College Strategic Intent and Operational Plan

- Provide leadership, professional support and mentoring to Department members in the development and implementation of personal professional and team goals within the framework of the College Strategic Intent and Operational Plan

- Encourage and guiding the Professional Development of teachers within the Department

- Mentor new teaching staff members within the Department

- Provide professional support for Departmental staff members who are engaged in accreditation with NESA

- Develop and implement personal qualified annual goals within the framework of the College Strategic Intent and Operational Plan with the support of the Principal

- Report on a monthly basis to the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) on the progress of annual personal professional and team goals

- Manage allocated budgets and resources to support the College’s Strategic Intent.

- Promote the Department and provide an appropriate presence in the College’s daily life and at an approved range of functions and events

- Represent the Principal, the Head of Senior School and the Director of Teaching and Learning (Senior School) as required

Skills and Experiences:

Performance Review Conditions The appointee to the position of Head of Art and Design (Senior School) will be required to participate in the annual Performance Review Program. An external Performance Review will be conducted at the request of the Principal.

Special Requirements The nature of this position is such that the Head of Art and Design (Senior School) is required to be available outside the ‘normal’ school hours and to participate fully in the life of the College, to attend meetings and make presentations when required.

The Head of Art and Design (Senior School) will, from time to time, be asked to take on extra duties that are assigned by the Principal. These extra duties will be discussed prior to implementation.

Please note that application close on Friday 2 October 2026

📌 Head of Art and Design (Senior School) (Bellevue Hill)
🏢 The Scots College
📍 Bellevue Hill