Head of Digital Learning and IT

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Permanent full-time job at St Scholastica's College (Glebe, New South Wales, Australia)

Job Reference: HODDLIT

Closing date: September 25, 2025

Location: 4 Avenue Road, Glebe, New South Wales, Australia 2037

Type: Full-Time

Status: Permanent

Contact: principal@scholastica.nsw.edu.au

St Scholastica's College is a day and boarding member school of Good Samaritan Education. We have a long and proud history of delivering exceptional education to young women from Years 7 to 12. We focus on nurturing the intellectual, spiritual, and personal growth of each student. Our school community is guided by the values of compassion, courage, and commitment, and we are dedicated to empowering young women to reach their full potential.

St Scholastica's College, Glebe, is seeking a visionary and experienced educational leader to join the College Executive Team as Head of Digital Learning and IT. This newly created role will work closely with the Principal and College Executive to work with students and staff to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in eLearning and innovation and ensure the highest standards of Catholic education.

• Collaborate with the Principal and College Executive to drive the Digital Learning strategic direction of the College.
• Lead and monitor the implementation of strategic initiatives in Digital Learning and IT across academic, pastoral, and operational domains.
• Support and extend the work of the College Executive Team, Middle leaders and teaching staff.
• Work closely with the College IT team.
• Foster a culture of excellence and innovation.
• Ensure alignment with Good Samaritan Education values and strategic direction.
• Engage with stakeholders including staff, students, parents, and the broader community to embed latest technologies and digital learning approaches within the college community.

• Proven experience in senior leadership within a Catholic educational context.
• Demonstrated capacity to lead strategic planning and change management.
• Deep understanding of Catholic ethos and Good Samaritan Charism.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to lead with integrity, vision, and compassion.
• Be familiar with Good Samaritan Education and Catholic Schools NSW policies and frameworks.

• Postgraduate qualifications in educational leadership or a related field.
• Experience at senior school leadership level or in a similar executive leadership role.
• Knowledge of contemporary educational practices and emerging trends.
• Experience in leading strategy related to whole school initiatives including teaching & learning and wellbeing aligned with college policy and procedure.
• Capacity to mentor and develop staff and students.

• Competitive salary and benefits package, including access to Fitness First program
• Opportunities for professional development
• Supportive and collegial work environment that values work-life balance

If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of young women and contributing to the vibrant community at St Scholastica's College, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Please visit Www.scholastica.nsw.edu.au/employment and provide:

• Completed Application Form
• Your CV
• Covering letter addressed to the Principal, Laetitia Richmond

Please send to: principal@scholastica.nsw.edu.au

St Scholastica's College is committed to the development of work systems, practices, policies, and procedures that promote child protection, child safety, and child wellbeing within our college.

• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and interviewed
• In accordance with Child Protection legislation, all employees must maintain a valid Working with Children Check.
• Applicants must have full working rights to work in Australia
• Closing date: 25 September 2025