Head, Projects and Research 11-12

2 weeks ago


Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Government -NSW Education Standards Authority Full time

Join us to make a difference for all students in NSW

Position details

  • Principal Education Officer
  • Fulltime, Temporary up to 31 December 202
  • Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available

About the role


The Head Projects and Research 11-12 leads and manages a team in the development, delivery and implementation of a portfolio of syllabus development initiatives and reforms that support organisational objectives and Government commitments.

In addition, supervises and leads a cluster of Subject Matter Experts (SME) who are leading the development of 11-12 syllabuses.

The role requires close collaboration and shared responsibility with the syllabus development and curriculum reform teams for the development of syllabuses, support material, consistent reporting of consultation and syllabus implementation across a cluster of learning areas.

The role contributes to meeting the objects of the curriculum reform based on the findings of the NSW Curriculum Review.


At NESA we are presently focused on an exciting, transformational program of curriculum reform, and this role is a great opportunity to lead the work of passionate educators.

On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:

  • providing strong and effective leadership and management to support delivery of 11-12 syllabuses that demonstrate a clear continuum of learning across K-12 within the announced curriculum reform timeframe across the KLA
- leading and undertaking research, analysis and review of complex syllabus development issues, identifying emerging issues, and developing evidence-based options and strategies, to ensure problems are resolved and risks are mitigated
- developing and implementing strategies for the monitoring and evaluation of all syllabus development initiatives to identify risks and issues and ensure the achievement of desired outcomes
- providing operational oversight of the SME team for the delivery of various elements of the reform agenda
- supporting and maintaining a consistent understanding of their role and ensuring a consistent high standard and quality in deliverables
- fostering a positive, collaborative and respectful workplace culture while working in time-sensitive high stakes reform projects
- working closely with the Curriculum Operations Reform Team and other NESA units to ensure that syllabuses meet the reform agenda and are inclusive and accessible to all students especially Aboriginal students and students with a disability and provide authentic and manageable opportunities for learning across the curriculum
- providing advice and expertise regarding aligning aspects of syllabuses with the findings of the Curriculum Review and the NSW Government response to the Review.
- using technology effectively to support the syllabus development process.
- contributing to other duties as required by the Curriculum Reform Lead or Director.

Download the role description

About us
At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we work with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement.


We achieve this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).

To find out more about the important work we do for NSW visit our
website.

Ready to join us?

  • Describe a time when you worked with a team to achieve a common goal. How did you establish and communicate shared procedures, resolve differences, clarify priorities, and promote collaboration? What would you do differently in the future?
  • Describe a time when you were required to influence key stakeholders around your point of view. How did you approach the situation? What challenges did you face? What was the final outcome?
If you need reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process and workplace, please reach out to the contact person above_._

Close date:
Wednesday, 28 February 2024 at 11.59pm AEST


Important information

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.

  • A _Talent Pool_ (valid for 18 months) _may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles._


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