Dean of Learning and Teaching at St Laurence's College Applications are warmly invited for the role of Dean of Learning and Teaching at St Laurence's College.
This is a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced educational leader to make a meaningful impact on students, staff, and families.
About St Laurence's College
St Laurence's College is an independent Catholic school for boys, located in South Brisbane, Queensland.
Founded in 1915, the school is a member of Edmund Rice Education Australia Colleges and operates in the Edmund Rice Tradition.
As of July 2024, the College has over 2,000 students from Year 5 to Year 12 and is affiliated with the Associated Independent Colleges (AIC) Sporting Association.
Summoned by the call of St Laurence's College motto, facere et docere: To do and to teach, the College strives to implement the Charter for Catholic Schools in the Edmund Rice Tradition so that it is the 'lived reality' in the community.
The Role
The Dean of Learning and Teaching shares the responsibility with the College Leadership Team to lead the College Strategic Plan, in line with the mission and vision of the College.
This role provides specific leadership of the Heads of Faculty and Curriculum Support Teams to ensure a Liberating Education is provided across all learning and teaching in the school community.
The Dean of Learning and Teaching supports the ethos of the College and the Touchstones of EREA.
As a member of the College Leadership Team, the Dean of Learning and Teaching consults with the Dean of Primary School, Dean of Middle School, Dean of Pastoral Care (Senior School) and Dean of Data and Analytics.
The Dean of Learning and Teaching has responsibility for the processes and structures that enhance Learning and Teaching within the whole College community.
The Dean of Learning and Teaching also leads the Head of Learning and Teaching – Senior School, Head of Learning and Teaching – Middle School, Head of Pedagogy and Professional Practices, and the Heads of Learning to foster a culture of student excellence.
The Dean of Learning and Teaching also leads the development of contemporary and engaging curriculum, delivered through innovative pedagogies, within an ethos of diverse student pathways.
The Dean of Learning and Teaching also uses data (from TASS, TrackOne, MySchool, ATAR Predictions) for continuous improvement, while leading a culture of excellence in classroom practice.
Key Responsibilities (abridged; full details in Candidate Information Pack):
Leadership Student Outcomes Planning and Compliance Staffing This full-time role commences in Term 1, 2025, on an initial five-year contract.Application Process
For a confidential discussion, to inquire about the application process, or to request a Candidate Information Pack, please contact Brendan Fraser at 0438 618 604 or
Application Requirements
Submit a single PDF document containing:
A cover letter addressing each of the selection criteria outlined in the Candidate Information Pack A Curriculum Vitae, including contact details of two professional referees to whom you have reported Copies of relevant qualifications and QCT registration (or equivalent) Closing Date
Email applications to Applications will be reviewed as they are received, with the final closing date being Monday, 28 October 2024 at 9.00am.
Note: All applicants will be subject to EREA and legislative screening procedures and will be required to authorise such checks and provide identification.
These checks are consistent with EREA's commitment to child protection policies and procedures.
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