Leader Curriculum Initiatives K-12, CEO

- Temporary full time appointment until 30 January 2028
- Location: Parramatta with flexible and hybrid working arrangements available

About the Department of Education

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training. We ensure young children get the best start in life by supporting and regulating the early childhood education and care sector. We unlock excellence and unleash the potential of two-thirds of school children in NSW. We’re proudly public and the largest education system in Australia. We nurture opportunities for every learner to develop the skills needed for their chosen career path, helping shape the industries of tomorrow.

We respect and value Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as First Peoples of Australia.

About the Curriculum Directorate

Curriculum is responsible for supporting the implementation of policies and the design of high-quality, high-impact, evidence-based resources and tools to support curriculum implementation across K-12. The directorate coordinates a range of special programs and leads the department's response to the NSW Curriculum Reform.

About the position

This position leads the department’s Respectful Relationships Education program. The role is responsible for providing leadership and management of stakeholder engagement activities to support internal and external stakeholder engagement with a focus on complex issues in the curriculum For further information about this position, including the statement of duties,



please review the position description.

Please be advised:The department may direct you to undertake classroom teaching and lesson preparation as required.**

For current NSW public school based employees or employees who hold right of return to a NSW public school, please confirm in the pre-screening questions that you have discussed this opportunity with your direct supervisor/principal and that they are willing to release you for the required period. How to apply

To apply you will be required to address the selection criteria in relation to the Statement of Duties for the position in your application.

- Please attach one document (in Word or PDF format) addressing each selection criteria for the position you are applying for, with a maximum of 300 words per criteria.
- Update your work profile details directly on the iWorkforNSW platform and/or attach a CV/ Resume
- A cover letter is not required.

Please be advised that it is a requirement that all candidates submit their applications online. No paper based, email based, or late applications will be accepted. For all enquiries please contact: James Hoffman via email on [email protected].

Closing date: Sunday 1 November 2026 at 11:59pm.

Please Note:



Permanent officers temporarily appointed to Chief Education Officer positions will maintain Right of Return for a period not exceeding twelve months as described in Chief Education Officers – Department of Education) Salaries and Conditions Award 2017.

If you currently hold a temporary NSBTS role, please refer to Advice for current NSBTS considering applying for other positions during their temporary NSBTS appointment.

Existing internal employees are encouraged to refer to the vacation guide for teachers taking up a temporary Non-School Based Teaching Service position.

We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ([email protected]) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion.

E-list: If the selection panel identifies more than one suitable candidate for the role, an E-list may be created from which these suitable candidates may be chosen and directly offered employment in other similar roles that may become available in the future.

Application contact details

If you have questions or would like to learn more about this role, please reach out to the contact below:

Contact

James Hofman

Contact email [email protected]

Application close date

01 November 2026 at 11:59pm

📌 Leader Curriculum InitiativesCEO (Parramatta)
🏢 Nsw Government
📍 Parramatta