Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, and secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day.

Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.

We are seeking a qualified and passionate leader for the Head of Academic Care role to commence in Term 1 2027 for one term.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience managing Disability Provisions within a secondary school setting, including ensuring compliance with NESA procedures and the implementation of appropriate assessment accommodations. Experience coordinating adjustments for students with disability participating in NAPLAN and other assessments. The successful applicant will also have the ability to supervise the collection of student disability data for the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD).

We are a Child Safe organisation with robust practices that place the protection and rights of children as paramount.

Benefits:

In return for your skills and experience you will:

- enjoy a vibrant school community with various cultural events and language immersion opportunities.

- benefit from mentoring and support for career advancement within the faculty.

- enjoy opportunities for professional development and time dedicated to the preparation of engaging learning experiences

- experience and enjoy access to an incredible range of facilities, including the Bibliothèque and the School’s Kangaroo Valley Campus.

- have access to the Employee Assistance Program.





- have access to our Fitness Passport program

- enjoy discounted parking at Broadway shopping centre.

Application Details:

To apply for this position, please visit our website, http://www.igssyd.nsw.edu.au

Here you will be able to review the Position Description and our Privacy Policy and learn more about International Grammar School. A capacity to embrace the School’s culture, values and Code of Conduct is essential to this position

To apply please:

- address your correspondence to the Principal, Ms Shauna Colnan.

Please provide:

- a succinct Cover Letter, 1 page, addressing the position requirements

- your current CV with details of your experience and qualifications

- the contact details for three Referees, including your current or most recent employer.

Pre-Employment Checks:

You will need to provide:

- your NSW Working with Children Clearance number and your date of birth

- copies of related academic qualifications and transcripts, which may need to be certified and/or translated

- NESA Accreditation number and details.

- NESA Summary Statement

- proof of identity will be required

- as applicable, details of your visa or work permit for verification The successful candidate must have and maintain current working rights in Australia.

Closing Date: Friday 23 October 2026

- Applications should be submitted as soon as possible, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. Please note the position may be filled prior to the closing date.

- Applications received after the closing date may not be accepted.

- IGS reserves the right to appoint, appoint by invitation, or not to appoint.

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