Position Type: Teaching

Employment Status: Permanent/Ongoing 1.0FTE Teaching Position, plus Position of Responsibility Band 2 Level 2 (2 year tenure)

The Opportunity

The Leader of Teaching and Learning (LoTL) - Humanities is responsible for leading teaching and learning within the Humanities faculty under the direction and leadership of the Senior School Head of Teaching and Learning. As such, the Leader of Teaching and Learning:

- Provides quality assurance that all classes taught within the faculty adhere to the provisions of ACARA/SACE and that the approaches taken by teachers is at least of Proficient Standard as defined by AITSL.
- Leads processes to ensure high levels of collaboration among subject teams to share planning and assessment workloads and to reduce the degree of variability in teaching quality between classes.
- Ensures teachers learning programs are visible and updated on the College Learning Management System (SEQTA).
- Contributes to the development of Senior School improvement actions and leads the implementation of specific improvement actions across their faculty.
- Supervises assessment and reporting across the faculty to ensure that subject teachers are working in accordance with College procedures and timelines

The Leader of Teaching and Learning leads a team of professional educators providing day-to-day advice and support in addition to contributing to their ongoing career development.

Key responsibilities include:

- Leading and promoting the College’s Catholic identity, mission and values by modelling faith-based leadership, supporting prayer and spiritual formation, building connections with families, parishes and schools, and contributing to the ongoing evaluation and improvement of faculty initiatives.
- Driving excellence in teaching and learning by fostering high expectations, innovation and collaboration, modelling effective teaching practice, leading implementation of the College’s pedagogical vision, and monitoring the impact of teaching on student engagement, progress and achievement.




- Leading curriculum, assessment and faculty operations by ensuring compliance with ACARA and SACE requirements, maintaining quality curriculum documentation and LMS resources, using data to inform improvement, coordinating moderation and faculty processes, and supporting strong academic and wellbeing outcomes for students.
- Building faculty capability through mentoring, coaching and professional development, fostering a culture of reflection and continuous improvement, providing constructive feedback, supporting teacher growth and performance, and aligning professional learning with College priorities.
- Strengthening community partnerships and faculty effectiveness by managing curriculum-related concerns and complaints, supporting staff in difficult conversations, reporting on faculty performance and student progress, contributing to enrolment and College initiatives, and actively participating in the broader life of the College.

About You

Nazareth is seeking an inspiring and collaborative Senior School Year Level Coordinator who is passionate about supporting student wellbeing, engagement, behavior and belonging, while building a strong and positive year-level culture. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator who demonstrates sound judgement, consistency and a genuinely student-centered approach to pastoral leadership. They will be skilled in leading, supporting and coaching Mentor Group teachers, building a shared approach to pastoral care, student expectations and behavior management. Through effective use of student data, restorative practices and appropriate intervention and case management,



they will help ensure students receive consistent and responsive support.

With excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, they will build positive relationships with students, staff, families and College leaders. They will confidently navigate complex student matters, work collaboratively with support staff and external agencies, and strengthen partnerships between home and school.

They will actively foster a safe, inclusive and respectful community where students feel connected and valued. Through year-level programs, assemblies, camps, retreats, transition activities, celebrations and student leadership opportunities, they will promote student voice, belonging, responsibility and a strong sense of year-level identity.

They will demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, providing visible leadership that supports the spiritual life and ethos of Nazareth and recognises the dignity and uniqueness of every student. They will bring a genuine desire to help young people thrive within an inclusive, supportive and faith-filled College community.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?

At Nazareth, people, relationships and community are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be welcomed into a supportive and inclusive environment where your contribution is valued and your work helps strengthen a thriving community of belonging and connection.

About Us?

www.nazareth.org.au

How to Apply

Please submit your resume, including a cover letter (1 A4 page) detailing the following:

- Your experience relevant to the role
- What has motivated you to apply; and
- What you hope to contribute to the CESA community.

Applications close Monday 2 November 2026, at 10am. For enquiries, please contact [email protected].

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening requirements apply.

📌 Senior School Leader of Teaching and Learning - Humanities (Adelaide)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Adelaide