Head of Department Learning Enrichment P-12

We are looking for an outstanding educational leader committed to an Anglican expression of inclusive education to join us.

Based in Taree NSW, Manning Valley Anglican College is one of four schools forming part of Newcastle Anglican.

About the role:

Commencing term 1, 2026 the Head of Learning Enrichment (P-12) plays a key leadership role within the Teaching and Learning Team, driving a culture of excellence, inclusion, and wellbeing across the school. This role provides strategic and visible leadership to build high-performing teams, foster collaboration, and champion positive education frameworks. With a strong focus on both people and processes, the Head of Department shapes and enhances teaching practices, wellbeing initiatives, and operational systems to ensure the best outcomes for students, staff, and families.

Reporting directly to the Director of Teaching and Learning, this position leads Learning Support Teachers and Classroom Support Assistants to deliver innovative, inclusive, and student-focused support from Prep to Year 12.

Why work for us?

Our team is at the heart of what we do at Manning Valley Anglican College and the Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation. As a part of our organisation, you have access to the following great benefits:

• Generous salary and salary packaging options.
• Discount on school enrolment fees at any of our 4 Newcastle Anglican schools.
• The opportunity to make a significant difference in our students' futures.
• Career and development opportunities across the Newcastle Anglican community.
• The opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team environment.
• 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave + Super Contributions
• Access to Fitness Passport via Association of Independent Schools NSW

Experience:

• Proven experience in a Leadership role.
• Demonstrated experience leading inclusive education initiatives across a P–12 setting, with a focus on strategic alignment and whole-school impact.
• Proven ability to ensure compliance with the NCCD, Disability Standards for Education, and other relevant frameworks while overseeing targeted support and extension programs.
• Capacity to mentor and support teaching staff in implementing inclusive and differentiated practices, and to lead professional learning initiatives.
• Experience in identifying student and collaborating with families, allied health professionals, and external agencies.
• Introducing and embedding innovative practices that enhance learning outcomes and support inclusive education.
• High proficiency in using digital tools to support teaching, learning, and administrative functions within an educational context

Essential:

• Relevant teaching qualifications and accreditations in NSW
• Post graduate qualifications in either Special Education, Inclusive Education or Educational Leadership

About Manning Valley Anglican College

Manning Valley Anglican College focuses on the holistic development of students within a caring Christian learning environment. We foster a deep sense of community within our school, and work toward helping each student to reach their potential through providing a broad range of extra-curricular opportunities. Our college has high expectations for student success and provides exceptional support to achieve this goal.

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing your experience and the essential criteria.

Applications Close: 19th September 2025

Who we are?

Formally known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and Central Coast.

We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans.

Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus.

We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications.

For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit

For further information and to obtain a copy of the full position description, please email our Talent Team at

Applicants will be willing to support the Christian life of the school

You must have the right to live and work in Australia.