At Ivanhoe we focus on collaboration, innovation and the ability to foster creativity, independent thinking and deep learning through a variety of pedagogical approaches. Our goal is to provide students with the tools and opportunities to develop their academic capacity and to grow as young people of character.

Ivanhoe Grammar School seeks to employ people of character and we are committed to providing our staff with genuine opportunities for career growth and progression in their field of work.

About the Role
We are seeking a Curriculum & Pedagogical Leader to join our Primary Buckley House Campus, Ivanhoe. You will collaborate closely with the Heads and Deputy Heads of Buckley House and Plenty Primary to provide strategic direction, leadership, and expert guidance in best practice teaching, curriculum review, and the assessment of reporting practices.

This position requires a dynamic leader who can seamlessly bridge the unique contexts of both campuses, dedicating 0.8 of their time to Buckley House and 0.2 to Plenty Primary, ensuring a cohesive approach to teaching and learning across the entire school community.

This opportunity encompasses an ongoing Teaching opportunity with a 3 year position of leadership, as a Pedagogical & Curriculum Leader.

Your Everyday
Working closely with the Head of Buckley House and Head of Plenty Primary, the successful candidate will:

• Prepare for and conduct classes, inspiring and fostering a love and appreciation of learning for our Primary students
• Use a variety of evidence to inform teaching and learning practices, creating relevant and authentic learning experiences
• Improve teaching quality through evaluation, professional development, workshops, and performance feedback
• Lead development, evaluation, and flexible delivery of a supportive, engaging, and effective curriculum
• Create conditions for learning that are student-centred, outcomes-based, incorporate a diversity of approaches and promote excellence.

About You

• Suitably qualified and experienced in teaching Primary
• Current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration
• Relevant Post-Graduate studies (or working towards a further qualification) and experience in educational leadership
• Expert knowledge of child safety protocols and compliance requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and to manage staff including setting direction and problem solving
• Have a passion for research and evidence about how students learn, curriculum development and pedagogical innovation.

A Career with Us

• Fantastic opportunity to work within a collaborative and innovative team environment
• Contribute to a school community guided by strong values and principles
• Ongoing professional development delivered through the Ivanhoe Institute
• Great benefits – access to our subsided award-winning café and confidential, independent support via our EAP, generous above Award salary, paid parental leave, plus more
• Excellent facilities – secure onsite parking, dedicated music facilities, access the Ridgeway’s Sports and Aquatic Centre.

Want to find out more?

It’s your move.

Applications will close Monday 7 April 2025 at 5pm. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.

Further information can be found by visiting the Ivanhoe Grammar School Careers page and viewing the position description. For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via employment@ivanhoe.com.au.

Ivanhoe Grammar School values student safety, including child safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School’s policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy.

All successful academic applications will be requested to complete a Summary Document of Relevant Work Experience, evidenced through the submission of Statements of Service.