Radford College is an Anglican co-educational day school, committed to fostering global citizens by inspiring students from Pre-K to Year 12 to make good choices, self-regulate and be resilient as the foundations for academic success. The College is located in the suburb of Bruce, in Canberra.

Junior School Instructional Coach

Permanent, Full-Time – 3-year Leadership Appointment

Commencing Term 1 2027

The opportunity

Radford College is seeking an experienced and highly accomplished educator to join our Junior School as an Instructional Coach.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate teacher who wants to make a broader impact on teaching and learning while remaining connected to the classroom.

The role combines 0.5 FTE Instructional Coach responsibilities with 0.5 FTE Classroom Teacher responsibilities, providing the opportunity to influence practice across the Junior School, while continuing to experience the richness and authenticity of classroom teaching.

Teaching and Learning at Radford College

As an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) school, Radford Junior School is committed to inquiry based learning, balanced with strong foundational skills in literacy and numeracy. Our approach nurtures curiosity, critical thinking, creativity, and a lifelong love of discovery, while supporting every student to flourish as a capable and confident learner.

Teaching at Radford is centred on high quality practice, informed by data, to improve student learning outcomes. Our passionate educators deliver an academic program that fosters excellence and innovation, while also focusing on the wellbeing and holistic development of each child.

With a focus on high-quality teaching to improve student learning outcomes, Radford College is committed to collaborative and reflective practices which enhance qualified learning and growth. As such, we require our teachers to be able to work effectively as part of a high performing team and to be dedicated to upholding our values of truth, compassion and wisdom, which form the ethos and foundation of our College community.

To support our teachers in becoming expert teachers, able to make deliberate choices about the strategies they use in classrooms, there is a strong emphasis on professional learning and collaboration,



through an on-site Teacher Mentor and ongoing coaching and mentoring.

Radford College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. The successful applicant will be required to comply with the College's Child Protection and Safeguarding policies, procedures and satisfy all relevant child protection screening requirements.

Radford

College expects all staff to actively contribute to a child-safe culture and to uphold their responsibilities in creating an environment where all children and young people are safe, respected and heard.

Why choose Radford?

All new staff benefit from a comprehensive induction program, ongoing mentoring, and collaboration with experienced colleagues.

In addition to supporting and empowering staff to reach their full potential, Radford College provides:

- A vibrant, rewarding, and collaborative workplace where staff feel supported and valued

- Structured professional learning opportunities to help teaching staff maintain registration requirements and continue to grow in their practice

- Professional Learning financial support for teaching and non-teaching staff

- Salary Continuance Insurance

- Discounted school fees for eligible employees

- Employee wellbeing initiatives – EAP program, access to exercise programs (boot camp and Pilates) and group fitness classes

- Generous Superannuation after qualifying period

- Salary Sacrificing

- Excellent resources and grounds

- Free onsite parking

- Electric Vehicle Charging Stations

For further information, please visit the Careers page on our Website.

About you The successful candidate at Radford College will be exceptional educator who combines strong classroom practice with a genuine passion for developing others.

Candidates must

- Demonstrated excellence as a classroom teacher.

- A deep understanding of effective pedagogy, curriculum and assessment.

- Strong knowledge of evidence-informed instructional practices.





- Experience in professional learning, mentoring or coaching colleagues.

- Highly developed interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

- Excellent communication, facilitation, questioning and active listening skills.

- collaborative approach and the ability to influence through partnership rather than authority.

- Strong reflective practice, curiosity and a growth mindset.

- Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

- Professional integrity, sound judgement and a commitment to confidentiality.

- A commitment to fostering a positive, supportive and intellectually curious professional culture.

- An understanding of the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, or a willingness to develop expertise in the PYP.

- For roles in the Early Learning Centre, completion of the mandatory National Child Safety Training through the Australian Government's Geccko platform, or a willingness to complete the training prior to, or shortly after, commencement.

- Commit to the safeguarding and promotion of student wellbeing

- Support Radford College’s strategic priorities and uphold the College Values of Truth, Compassion and Wisdom

Most importantly, you will be an educator who believes that improving teaching improves learning and who is energised by working alongside colleagues to make that happen.

Qualifications

- Teaching qualification recognised by the ACT Education Directorate

- Maintain registration as a teacher with the Teacher Quality Institute, including WWVP

- Current First Aid Certificate
- A recognised coaching qualification and demonstrated experience applying coaching frameworks to support professional growth and improve teaching practice are highly desirable.

How to Apply

Details about this position and how to apply can be found on the Careers page on the College Website. If you have further enquiries regarding this position, please contact Human Resources at *****@radford.act.edu.au.

Applications will close 5pm on 25 October 2026 and should be addressed to:

The Principal email: *****@radford.act.edu.au

Applicants will be subject to employment screening and will be required to provide a current ACT Working with Vulnerable People card prior to commencing employment.

📌 Junior School Instructional Coach (Bruce)
🏢 Radford College
📍 Bruce