Head of Design and Innovation

The Hills Grammar School is well known for its outstanding staff professional learning culture, staff learning frameworks, teacher accreditation programs and bespoke evidence-based development programs that support and invigorate our staff - both teaching and support staff - to forward the School's Mission: Outstanding Teaching within a unique learning environment: fostering each student's potential for greatness.  Highly motivated professionals who love learning, collaboration, and thinking strategically and are interested in contributing to a dynamic and innovative school, are invited to apply for the below position.

Hills Grammar is seeking an innovative and committed educational leader to join our Learning and Teaching team as Head of Design and Innovation (Technological and Applied Studies). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to lead a dynamic team in shaping future-focused learning experiences that inspire creativity, problem-solving and technological literacy across Stages 4–6.

About the Role

As Head of Design and Innovation, you will lead the Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) faculty with vision, clarity and purpose, ensuring high-quality teaching and learning aligned with NESA requirements and the values of Hills Grammar. You will foster a culture of innovation and collaboration, support staff development, and contribute to whole-school initiatives. The faculty offers a wide range of courses including Design and Technology, Technology Mandatory, Enterprise Computing, Food Technology, and Computing Technology.

Head of Design and Innovation (TAS) | Full-time, Permanent | Term 1,2026

Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Management

• Lead and coordinate all aspects of teaching and learning across TAS subjects, including curriculum design, program implementation, and innovation in pedagogy.
• Provide strong instructional leadership by modelling best practice in teaching, differentiation, assessment, and inclusive education.
• Oversee curriculum planning and delivery across Stage 4, 5 and 6 TAS courses, ensuring compliance with NESA requirements.
• Foster a collaborative team culture that promotes trust, professional growth, and shared accountability.
• Drive innovation in STEM and design thinking across the school, promoting inter-disciplinary opportunities and real-world learning.
• Use data to inform decisions, track student progress, and support improved learning outcomes.

Curriculum and Teaching

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality educational programs across the faculty.
• Promote and co-design and co-deliver interdisciplinary units of work with other Hills Grammar faculty.
• Support implementation of key school strategies including personalised learning, formative assessment, and student wellbeing
• Ensure up-to-date curriculum documentation, assessment schedules, and program review in line with NESA standards and school policy.

Staff Development

• Lead and mentor a team of TAS educators, supporting their professional growth through coaching, feedback and engagement in the School's Professional Learning Framework.
• Engage actively in the Hills Grammar Professional Growth Cycle, promoting reflective practice and continual development.
• Support the induction and ongoing support of new staff within the faculty.

Operational

• Manage faculty budgets, ensuring effective acquisition and use of resources and materials for practical classes.
• Maintain accurate asset registers and oversee WHS procedures in TAS learning environments.
• Oversee student placement and engagement in TAS courses, working closely with the Wellbeing and other teams.

Essential:

• Relevant teaching qualifications and accreditation with NESA.
• Proven experience teaching Stage 6 Design and Technology and other TAS subjects.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in a school setting.
• Strong understanding of NESA curriculum and compliance requirements.
• Commitment to student wellbeing, personalised learning, and inclusive education.
• Ability to lead a team and manage faculty operations effectively.

How to Apply

Applications Closing Date| 22 September 2025

To be eligible for this role you must have:

• A current Working with Children Check.
• Active NESA accreditation.
• The right to work in Australia before applying for this role.

All applications are to be sent