Learning Leader

Role Description/Criteria

Applications are sought for the position of Learning Leader - English - POL 2.5 for the period 27 January 2026 to 26 January 2027. This is a tenured Position of Leadership to align with our current POL structure. It has a teaching load and is in conjunction with an ongoing teaching appointment.

Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.

The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our "why" at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction.

We want every person to:

• recognise and utilise their God-given talents;

• be the best they can be; and

• make a positive impact on their world.

Our Core Values:

a) We welcome and affirm

b) We inspire growth of the whole person

c) We create a love of learning

d) We build positive relationships

e) We embrace diversity

f) We show compassion for those in need

g) We reconcile and forgive

h) We work for a just and peaceful world

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

The Learning Leader explicitly connects high-quality teaching to student engagement, successful learning, and positive student outcomes. At Padua, the Learning Leader takes a whole College view.

Learning Leaders collaborate with the Director of Innovation, Instructional Coaches, Learning and Pedagogy Leaders and the staff within their team to ensure the rigour of individual courses, the quality of teaching across all studies in the learning area, and their reflection of the principles of Padua College's Learning and Teaching Framework. They are instrumental in guiding, supporting, developing, and strengthening the attributes, knowledge, and skills of staff to ensure that every student's learning positions him or her for success.

The Learning Leader works with a large and experienced team focussed on helping our students develop the knowledge, skills, and capabilities for active engagement in their future pathways.

The Learning Leader is a key member of the College's Learning and Teaching Team and reports directly to the Vice Principal – Learning and Teaching.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

The Learning Leader's major areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:

i. leading curriculum and program development and leading innovation in learning design, including documentation, implementation and evaluation of units and subjects within the Learning Area, that align with the VCAA Curriculum, Learning Principles of Padua's Learning and Teaching Framework and Padua's Instructional Model;

ii. overseeing course provision to ensure exemplary pedagogy engages students in rigorous and relevant learning experiences that enhance their opportunities for success by embedding the Learning Principles of Padua's Learning and Teaching Framework and Padua's Instructional Model within the Learning Area;

iii. overseeing the learning and teaching program and providing a formative environment for improved teacher performance in the Learning Area that is consistent with the AITSL Standards, Padua's Learning and Teaching Framework and Padua's Instructional Model;

iv. performing the duties required to administer the Learning Area effectively; and

v. performing other duties and implementing decisions as requested by the Principal or the College Improvement Team.

Teachers are supported by the Learning Leaders, the Assistant Heads of Campus (Learning and Pedagogy), Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus), and the Vice Principal (Learning and Teaching) across the College in the development, implementation, and teaching of the curriculum.

They are also supported by the House Coordinators, Assistant Heads of Campus (Student Wellbeing and Growth), the Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus) and the Vice Principal – Students, in the pastoral care and discipline of students, as well as the smooth and effective management of classes.

SALARY REMUNERATION: According to the CEMEA 2022, $79, $118,063.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. POL 2.5 is $7,978.00 per annum.

Application Procedures

Full position descriptions and College Application Forms can be obtained at the College website at Application forms for these positions should be returned to the Principal by email to , accompanied by full Résumé, the names of three referees and university transcripts by 10am Monday 6 October 2025. All applications will be acknowledged on receipt by return email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Other applicants will not receive further communication from the College regarding the position.

The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.

Padua College is a Child Safe School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Address: 62 Oakbank Road

Mornington

Phone:

Website:

Principal: Ms Kelly McGurn

Enquiries:

Applications Close: 06/10/2025

Position: Position of Leadership

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time