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Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTE - Hamilton Posted: 16/10/2026

Closing Date: 28/10/2026

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hamilton

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is seeking a permanent full-time Leader of Learning - CAPA & LOTEto join the teamcommencing January 2027.

St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton, is a comprehensive, co-educational college catering to vibrant young adults across Years 7 to 12. We are committed to creating a contemporary space that caters to the diversity of its students. Teachers are focused on offering a holistic approach to education acknowledging the mind, body and spirit of students and the importance of each in their development of personal and social responsibility.

The teaching community at St Francis Xavier’s College upholds the responsibility of shaping and encouraging young minds through a shared vision of high quality education, hands-on experiences and fruitful learning for all students. Each member of the teaching staff brings with them skills and expertise in their delivery of Stage 6 courses and the requirements of the Higher School Certificate and an understanding of the new Stages 4 and 5 curriculum, while also modelling faith in action by nurturing positive relationships between one another.

Leaders of Learning work in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning principles. Within their faculty they will:





ensure the highest standards of teaching practice

lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes

have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements

establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice

support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development

know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.

The Leader of Learning will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. They will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Skilled Standards for Teachers.

Desired Skills and Experience EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools

Demonstrated success in ensuring a culture of continuous improvement, creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning





Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently

Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school

High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive And respectful relationships within and beyond the school community

Prior leadership experience (Desirable)

Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Qualified Standards for Teachers

NESA Teacher Accreditation

Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number

Completion of anaphylaxis training

Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Curriculum) (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow

A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport(T&C;'s apply)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development programs

Paid parental leave for eligible employees

Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Contact Greg Ptolemy,

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