Role Description/CriteriaApplications are sought for the position of Learning and Pedagogy Leader - Tyabb Campus - POL 4 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 affirmb) We inspire growth of the whole personc) We create a love of learningd) We build positive relationshipse) We embrace diversityf) We show compassion for those in needg) We reconcile and forgiveh) We work for a just and peaceful worldOVERVIEW OF THE ROLEThe Learning and Pedagogy Leader (LaP) has a key role in the implementation of the College’s Learning and Teaching Framework, Padua’s Instructional Model and Educational Strategic Plan. As a member of the Learning and Teaching Executive they set the direction for student learning across all year levels on the Campus, ensuring every student’s opportunities for success are maximised. They provide leadership in curriculum development and support a learning environment that enables staff and students to strive for growth and personal excellence in recognising and utilising their God-given talents.Effective leadership of learning and teaching explicitly connects high quality teaching to student engagement, successful learning, and positive student outcomes. At Padua, the Learning and Pedagogy Leader will work in partnership with the Instructional Coaches and the Director of Innovation to guide and support staff across the Campus to ensure that every student’s learning positions them for success. The position is focused on leadership of curriculum and program development, evaluation, and refinement. The AHOC – LaP works with the Director of innovation to lead innovation in learning and curriculum design, implementation, and evaluation.The LaP is a key member of the Learning and Teaching Team under the direction of the Vice Principal –Learning and Teaching and reports directly to the Head of Campus.MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:The Learning and Pedagogy Leader’s major areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:i. in partnership with the Instructional Coaches, the LaP assumes a lead role in developing capacity and cultivating the learning culture on Campus by modelling and embedding the principles of the College’s Learning and Teaching Framework;ii. overseeing the learning and teaching program to ensure each student’s learning and assessment is challenging, authentic, engaging, and continuous;iii. leading a learning environment where programs are future focused in theory, practice, and design;iv. assuming one of the special areas of responsibility outlined in the College’s Educational StrategicPlan; andv. 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, $79,589.00 - $118,063.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. POL 4 is $13,018.00 per annum Application ProceduresFull position descriptions and College Application Forms can be obtained at the College website at www.padua.vic.edu.au. Application forms for these positions should be returned to the Principal by email to employment@padua.vic.edu.au, accompanied by full Résumé, the names of three referees and university transcripts by 10am Monday 18 August 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.Padua College is a Child Safe School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.
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