HEAD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING F-12

HEAD OF TEACHING AND LEARNING F-12

Position Details

Permanent Position (5-Year-Tenure)
Based at Salisbury East
1.0 FTE
Commencing: 18 January 2027 (Negotiable for the right candidate)
Applications Close: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 5pm

SUMMARY

The Head of Teaching and Learning provides strategic and operational leadership for teaching and learning across the Salisbury East Campus, with responsibility for advancing educational excellence, curriculum development, assessment, professional learning and improved student outcomes. The role leads continuous improvement and educational innovation, oversees the effective implementation of the Australian Curriculum and SACE, and supports staff in the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning practices. As a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the position also provides strong Christian leadership, ensuring a biblical worldview is embedded within curriculum and practice while fostering effective relationships across the School and broader educational community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership of F–12 teaching and learning, curriculum, assessment and reporting.
• Lead the delivery of the Australian Curriculum, SACE and other relevant educational programs within a strong Christian biblical worldview.
• Champion data-informed practice to improve student learning, achievement and wellbeing.
• Lead F-12 instructional coaching and professional learning to strengthen teacher capability and consistent, evidence-based practice.
• Provide strategic oversight of Learning Enrichment, Diverse Learning and the Highly Able Learner Program.
• Lead the Teaching School, including university partnerships, pre-service teacher placements and initiatives that strengthen teacher preparation and professional learning.
• Strengthen the integration of Christian faith and biblical worldview through the development and implementation of a Faith Formation Framework.
• Develop and review teaching and learning policies, programs and future-focused educational initiatives.
• Build strong partnerships with staff, families, universities, Christian Schools Australia (CSA), AISSA and other educational organisations.
• Contribute to whole-school strategic planning, including ensuring teaching and learning priorities inform future facilities and capital development.
• Foster a safe, supportive and collaborative culture that promotes the wellbeing and professional growth of staff and students.

ABOUT TYNDALE GROUP OF CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS:

Tyndale Christian School is a co-educational, independent, inter-denominational school. With locations in Salisbury East, Strathalbyn, Murray Bridge and Kadina catering for over 2,400 students. This position is based at the Salisbury East campus, located between the foothills and plains on an 11-hectare property approximately 20 km north of the city. We offer exceptional facilities and programmes to our students across three sub schools (junior, middle and senior) as they experience their personal journey as Tyndalians.

Our Schools are intentional about providing an excellent, inclusive, Christian education for the holistic development of each student, preparing them to move into life beyond school as they serve God and His world. Our Christian community actively encourages every person to belong rather than attend, to become a part of the family.

How to Apply

To apply, please complete the Tyndale Application Form and submit it with your application.

For the full Position Description, Application Form and application requirements, please visit the Tyndale Employment page. https://tyndale.sa.edu.au/employment/

Applications Close: Friday, 13 November 2026 at 5:00 pm