SC1Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage the implementation of school priorities, and the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum.

SC2Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.

SC3Demonstrated exemplary ability to monitor and assess student learning at a class, cohort or whole-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.

SC4Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community focused on student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.

SC5Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and support colleagues to adopt these behaviours and attitudes. Demonstrated ability to reflect upon their own, others and whole-school practice and contribute to the provision of whole-school professional learning.

Role

The Leading Teacher Senior School provides strategic leadership for the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of the school's senior years program. The role supports students in Years 10¿12 to successfully navigate their educational pathways, maximise their learning outcomes and achieve positive post-school destinations. Working collaboratively with the Principal Team,



teaching staff, students, families and external providers, the Leading Teacher oversees senior school operations including career education, subject selection, VCE and VET administration, assessment and examination processes, and pathway planning. The role ensures compliance with Department of Education and VCAA requirements while fostering a culture of high expectations, student engagement and successful transitions to further education, training and employment.

Responsibilities

Classroom Observation and Teacher Coaching

- ¿Lead a culture of continuous improvement by supporting teachers to strengthen their instructional practice through classroom observation and coaching.
- ¿Conduct classroom observations aligned with the Victorian Teaching and Learning Model (VTLM) 2.0, focusing on evidence-informed teaching practices that maximise student learning, engagement and wellbeing.
- ¿Facilitate reflective coaching conversations that provide timely, constructive feedback and identify practical next steps for skilled growth.
- ¿Model effective teaching strategies and support teachers to implement VTLM 2.0 instructional practices aligned with the school's instructional model.
- ¿Use classroom observation evidence, student learning data and teacher reflection to inform professional learning and coaching priorities.




- ¿Work collaboratively with teachers to set goals, monitor progress and evaluate the impact of changes in teaching practice on student outcomes.
- ¿Foster a culture of trust, collaboration and professional inquiry that encourages reflective practice, shared expertise and continuous improvement across the school.

Senior Pathways and Career Development

- ¿Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of whole-school senior pathway programs that prepare students for successful post-school destinations.
- ¿Coordinate the Year 9 My Career Insights profiling program and support students to use profiling data to inform pathway decisions.
- ¿Lead the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the Year 10 Industry and Enterprise Unit 1 program.
- ¿Coordinate the school's Structured Workplace Learning (SWL) and Work Experience programs, ensuring compliance with Department requirements.
- ¿Develop and maintain partnerships with local employers, TAFE providers, industry groups and tertiary institutions to expand pathway opportunities.
- ¿Support students and families to explore and access a broad range of vocational, tertiary and employment pathways.
- ¿Monitor and analyse student destination data to evaluate pathway programs and inform continuous improvement.

Course Counselling and Subject Selection

- ¿Lead the annual course counselling and subject selection processes for students entering Years 10, 11 and 12.
- ¿Coordinate subject selection timelines, communications and information sessions.
- ¿Work collaboratively with the Assistant Principal ¿ Learning and the Timetabler to develop student programmes that align wi

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