Faith-based Independent School | North Shore | Full-time | Commencing January 2026

Are you an educational leader with a passion for academic excellence and innovative pedagogy? A faith-based, independent co-educational school on Sydney’s leafy North Shore is seeking a Head of Learning and Teaching (7–12) to lead teaching, curriculum, and assessment across the Senior School.

This is a unique opportunity to shape learning and drive outstanding HSC outcomes while championing a progressive culture of teaching excellence.

Reporting to the Head of Senior School, the Head of Learning and Teaching (7–12) is accountable for leading high-performance pedagogy, curriculum innovation, and academic monitoring. The role will inspire staff to deliver exceptional student outcomes and foster a culture of continuous improvement.

The successful candidate will ideally bring expertise in Cultures of Thinking, Project Zero, and/or Thinking Routines alongside a proven track record of leadership in secondary education.

• Lead learning and teaching strategy to deliver strong HSC performance outcomes.

• Implement and embed innovative pedagogical frameworks, with a focus on Creating Cultures of Thinking and Making Thinking Visible.

• Mentor and inspire Heads of Learning Areas and teaching staff.

• Analyse data to drive targeted academic interventions and support student success.

• Oversee curriculum development, ensuring alignment with NESA requirements.

• Promote best practice and professional learning across faculties.

• Relevant teaching qualifications (postgraduate study desirable).

• Significant secondary school teaching experience in Australia with proven middle or senior leadership experience.

• Demonstrated success in improving academic outcomes, particularly in the HSC.

• Experience leading professional learning and building capacity in teaching teams.

• Commitment to contemporary pedagogy (knowledge of Project Zero/Thinking Routines highly regarded)

• Strong people leadership and a collaborative, innovative mindset.

• Lead a high-performing academic team in a respected independent school.

• Drive pedagogical innovation and make a measurable impact on student learning.

• Work in a supportive and forward-thinking educational community.

• Leafy North Shore location.

• Vibrant and encouraging work environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and professional growth.

• Every team member is valued and supported.

• Students and staff from all backgrounds and faiths (or no faith) are welcome.

• A community that instills a genuine love of learning with a quest for excellence.

• Professional development and personal growth is valued and encouraged.

• No weekend co-curricular requirements.

For a full information pack, please contact Sharon Marlow at Marlow Recruitment via sharon@marlowrecruitment.com.au with the subject "Head of Learning and Teaching". Please state your current/most recent role and school. Confidentiality is assured.

Applications close: Friday, 24th October at 12PM.

Candidates of any faith or no faith are welcome to apply.