
School Leader
1 week ago
Closes: 19 October 2025
Classification:
School Leader C
Salary:
$143,503 - $146,641 plus superannuation
Position No:
69780
Directorate:
Education
Advertised (Gazettal date):
30 September 2025
Contact Officer:
Nicole Nicholson on or
Details:
Strathnairn School is opening in 2026 and we're seeking a courageous, compassionate, and expert School Leader - Inclusion to help us build a school where every child belongs, every family is valued, and every educator is empowered to teach inclusively.
This is a rare opportunity to shape inclusive education from the ground up, leading a team to embed Universal Design for Learning, Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, and culturally responsive practice across our school.
What You'll Bring
- Deep expertise in inclusive education and evidence-informed intervention strategies.
- Proven leadership in supporting diverse learners, including those with disability, trauma backgrounds, and complex needs.
- A relational approach to working with families, services, and staff.
- Culturally responsive practice and a commitment to First Nations perspectives, cultural safety, and equity for all.
What You'll Help Build
- A school culture where difference is celebrated and support is proactive.
- Collaborative teams that reflect, adapt, and innovate to meet learner needs.
- Strong partnerships with families, allied services, and community organisations.
- Systems and practices that ensure every child can thrive—academically, socially, and emotionally.
If you're ready to lead inclusion with heart and strategy and help shape a school that grows with its community, we'd love to you to join our journey.
Eligibility/Other Requirements
- A minimum of four years full time (or equivalent) tertiary study leading to the award of a recognised school teaching qualification.
- Current professional teaching registration with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) or eligibility to obtain TQI.
- Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - Apply for or renew a WWVP registration - Access Canberra
Notes:
Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.
How to apply:
Please submit a curriculum vitae (two pages), Statement of Claims based on the five leadership capabilities outlined in the application package, with reference to the Position Description (approximately five pages), and contact details for two referees.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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