Director of Studies – Stages 4 and 5 (Commencing Term 1 2027)

Cranbrook School is seeking an experienced and accomplished educational leader to join the School as Director of Studies – Stages 4 and 5 (Years 7 to 10), commencing Term 1, 2027.

ABOUT THE POSITION

This is a full-time position based at the Senior School campus in Bellevue Hill.

The Director of Studies – Stages 4 and 5 provides academic leadership and oversight of the educational program across Years 7 to 10, working closely with Heads of Department and other academic leaders to strengthen curriculum, assessment, teaching practice, and student achievement. The Director oversees the coherence, sequencing and progression of the Years 7 to 10 program, ensures the School meets NESA requirements, including those associated with the Record of School Achievement (RoSA), and serves as the School’s International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) Coordinator.

A significant focus of the role is strengthening the quality of assessment and professional judgement, including moderation and the use of anchor and boundary scripts to support accurate and defensible application of MYP achievement standards. The Director also leads the analysis of academic evidence, including NAPLAN, Academic Assessment Services (AAS), NESA Results Analysis Package (RAP) and internal assessment data, working with the Director of Academic Reading and Writing and the Coordinators of Literacy and Numeracy to inform curriculum development, intervention, extension and preparation for Stage 6.

The role will be offered as a permanent appointment to our teaching staff, reporting to the Deputy Head of Senior School, Academics.

ABOUT YOU

You are a strong academic and curriculum leader with substantial secondary teaching experience, a deep knowledge of the IB Middle Years Programme and NESA Stage 4 and Stage 5 requirements, and a sophisticated understanding of assessment design, validity, reliability, and moderation.

You can interpret academic data and translate evidence into practical curriculum, teaching, extension, and intervention strategies, and you build teacher capability through high-quality professional learning.





You are a collaborative and excellent communicator who works effectively with Heads of Department, students, parents, staff, and external authorities, and who is committed to a culture of academic excellence, respect for diversity and ongoing professional development.

SELECTION CRITERIA

A relevant tertiary degree and a recognised tertiary teaching qualification

NESA accreditation at Proficient Teacher level or higher

Substantial secondary teaching experience, with demonstrated leadership in curriculum, assessment, or academic coordination, particularly across Years 7 to 10

Strong knowledge of the IB MYP and NESA Stage 4 and Stage 5 curriculum and assessment requirements, including RoSA, with the capacity to serve as MYP Coordinator and coordinate the MYP Personal Project

Considerable experience in the IB MYP, including MYP coordination, curriculum or assessment leadership, is highly desirable

Demonstrated experience in assessment design, moderation, standardisation and the use of exemplars, anchor, and boundary scripts to develop reliable skilled judgement is highly desirable

Demonstrated capacity to analyse NAPLAN, AAS, RAP and internal assessment data and translate evidence into curriculum, teaching and intervention responses is highly desirable

Understanding of backward curriculum mapping and the development of the knowledge, disciplinary literacy and skills required for success in Stage 6

Experience with curriculum mapping platforms and the IB Information System (IBIS), and experience in a co-educational setting, are desirable

Excellent written and verbal communication, organisational and interpersonal skills

A willingness to participate in pastoral care (including as a House Mentor if required) and in the School’s co-curricular program





A firm commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

A demonstrated understanding of child safety and appropriate behaviours when engaging with children

Current Working with Children Check (WWCC) – NSW, or willingness to obtain prior to commencement

CLOSING DATE: 4:00 PM on Friday, 23 October 2026

ABOUT CRANBROOK SCHOOL

Founded in 1918, Cranbrook School is a multi-campus Anglican independent day and boarding school for students in Pre-School to Year 12. In 2026, the School welcomed girls into Years 7 and 11, with full coeducation across the campus by 2029.

Guided by its enduring vision to be a world‑class school that nurtures and enables every student to fulfil their potential and thrive, Cranbrook offers a values‑led education enriched by academic excellence and extensive sporting and co‑curricular opportunities. The School’s motto, esse quam videri – “to be, rather than to seem to be” – underpins its commitment to authenticity, character and service. This well‑rounded educational approach provides an educational experience that celebrates each individual and prepares every Cranbrookian for a purposeful life of contribution within and beyond the School gates.

Overlooking Sydney Harbour and set on approximately 13 hectares in one of Sydney's most prestigious eastern suburbs, the School currently educates over 1,800 students across four campuses: two Pre-Schools – St Michael's and St Mark's – a Junior School campus in Rose Bay, and the Senior School Campus in Bellevue Hill. The School's two Boarding Houses provide care and accommodation for 75 students from Years 7 to 12.

Cranbrook School is a child safe organisation. We actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students and are committed to protecting our students from abuse and harm.

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS

The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.

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