Director of Inclusive Education

Samaritan College R-12, Whyalla

The Opportunity

Samaritan College is seeking an experienced and visionary Director of Inclusive Education to provide strategic leadership for inclusion, diversity, equity and intervention across the College. As a member of the School Performance Team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing a College-wide vision for inclusive education, ensuring every student can access, participate in and succeed in their learning journey.

This full-time leadership position (POR 4) offers the opportunity to influence educational outcomes across all campuses by strengthening inclusive practices, building staff capability and leading evidence-informed approaches that support student wellbeing, engagement and achievement. With no teaching load, you will focus on driving strategic initiatives that foster a culture where every student is known, valued and supported.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead the development, implementation and review of a College-wide Inclusion and Inclusive Education Framework.
- Provide strategic oversight of inclusive education, intervention and student support practices across the College.
- Coordinate and support Leaders of Inclusive Education to ensure consistent practices and student outcomes across all campuses.
- Lead Personal Plans for Learning (PPL) processes and facilitate collaborative meetings with families, staff and students.
- Ensure compliance with Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) requirements, evidence collection and moderation processes.
- Strengthen staff capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning focused on differentiation, reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices.
- Use student achievement, wellbeing,



attendance and engagement data to identify needs, evaluate interventions and drive improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate with families, external agencies and Catholic Education South Australia consultants to enhance student outcomes and support pathways.
- Lead and oversee intervention programs and support structures that respond to diverse learning, behavioural and wellbeing needs.
- Contribute to strategic planning and the achievement of College improvement priorities.

About You

You are a passionate educational leader with a strong commitment to Catholic education and a genuine belief in the dignity, belonging and success of every learner. To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Significant leadership experience in inclusive education, intervention or student support.
- A strong understanding of the Disability Standards for Education and NCCD requirements.
- Demonstrated expertise in differentiation, reasonable adjustments and evidence-based intervention frameworks.
- Proven ability to analyse and interpret student data to inform strategic decision-making and improvement planning.
- Highly developed coaching, mentoring and professional learning facilitation skills.
- Strong organisational, project management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- The ability to lead change,



foster collaboration and build productive partnerships across a complex educational environment.
- Relevant qualifications in Inclusive Education, Special Education or a related field, with postgraduate qualifications highly regarded.

Why Us

At Samaritan College, we are committed to creating a learning environment where every student is welcomed, valued and empowered to thrive. Guided by our Catholic identity, we foster a culture of inclusion, equity and excellence that supports both students and staff to achieve their full potential. As Director of Inclusive Education, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on student outcomes, shape inclusive practices across the College and lead meaningful change that supports diverse learners and their families. You will join a cooperative leadership team that is committed to continuous improvement, innovation and excellence in education.

How to Apply

Applications are to be submitted via our online recruitment platform. For further information about the role, including key responsibilities and selection criteria, please view the Position Description.

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Please provide

- A cover letter (maximum one A4 page) outlining:
- Your experience relevant to the role
- What has motivated you to apply
- What you hope to contribute to the Catholic Education South Australia (CESA) community

- A current resume

Catholic Education South Australia is committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing and dignity of all children and young people. Screening and safeguarding requirements apply. Position of Responsibility (POR 4) | Full-time leadership position | Four-year tenure with POR allowance in accordance with the South Australian Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement.

📌 Director of Inclusive Education (Whyalla)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Whyalla