Head of Teaching and Learning - Multiple Opportunities Commencing January 2026
Caulfield Campus, Wheelers Hill - Senior Campus
About Us
Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 3 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
At Caulfield Grammar School, we are entering an exciting phase of transformation, with a renewed commitment to empowering our staff and students for the future. To support this vision, we are seeking experienced and dynamic educational leaders to join us in this next chapter. This approach reflects our ongoing commitment to fostering excellence and providing opportunities for development, while ensuring that our leadership team remains innovative and aligned with our school's strategic goals.
The Role
We have exciting leadership opportunities at both our Caulfield and Wheelers Hill Secondary Campus commencing 1 January 2026.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal - Head of Campus, the Campus Head of Teaching and Learning plays a vital role in shaping the student learning experience, leading the way in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, and teaching practices. This role is dedicated to elevating academic achievement, fostering a culture of curiosity and excellence, and ensuring that every student thrives in a dynamic and engaging learning environment.
Beyond curriculum leadership, this role inspires and equips teaching staff to create classrooms where students are challenged, supported, and motivated to excel. It champions high-impact teaching, professional growth, and collaboration, driving continuous improvement and innovation. Working closely with the broader School Teaching and Learning team, the Campus Head of Teaching and Learning ensures that teaching practices reflect the latest research and best practice. A key focus is using student learning and assessment insights to refine approaches, enhance teaching effectiveness, and achieve outstanding outcomes across the campus.
As a leader at Caulfield Grammar, you'll work alongside a passionate and highly skilled team of educators, staff, and leadership, promoting collaboration and innovation in a supportive environment.
These are 5-year fixed term Positions of Responsibility commencing in January 2026.
Skills and Experience
- Tertiary qualifications in Education (postgraduate qualifications desirable).
- Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
- Minimum 5 years proven record as an outstanding teacher.
- Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and communicate effectively to foster trust among students, parents, and staff, while strengthening and aligning pedagogical practices across the middle and senior years.
- Inspired leadership with a focus on growth and development of themselves and others.
- Experience in leading strategic projects and ability to drive change and inspire a culture of continuous improvement.
- Ability to translate strategic goals and thinking into operational plans and priorities.
- Excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving skills and ability to give and receive feedback in an appropriate manner.
- Ability to use data to inform decisions and drive student outcomes.
- Skilled in building strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to positively influence outcomes.
- A proactive, solution-oriented leader dedicated to student wellbeing across all year levels.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to lead, mentor, and inspire others.
- Demonstrate professionalism, initiative and approachability.
Refer to the Position Description for detailed information on the responsibilities, skills, and experience required for this role.
Why Caulfield Grammar School
Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Careers Page.
Our Benefits
- Competitive base and 12.5% Superannuation
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to outstanding facilities and resources
- Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
How to Apply
To be considered for this role, candidates must submit their CV and respond to the following questions in no more than one page. A cover letter is not required. Click on the APPLY button to be directed to our website.
- This role requires both leadership in driving change and the ability to sustain and enhance ongoing teaching and learning practices. Briefly outline a time when you led a significant curriculum, pedagogy, or assessment change while also managing the day-to-day responsibilities of a large team. How did you balance long-term strategic priorities with maintaining high standards in daily operations?
- What personal qualities and leadership skills do you bring to the role of Head of Teaching and Learning, and how would these support you in driving continuous improvement across the school?
Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.
Enquiries:
Applications Close: Friday 21 March, 11pm
Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct.
Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.
Attachments:
- Head of Teaching and Learning PD Mar2025.pdf
