Management - Schools (Education & Training)
Full time
Pedare is an R-12 coeducational Anglican and Uniting Church school in Golden Grove. We are committed to developing young people to make a difference in our local and global communities, and passionate about providing our students with the very best education. Pedare was established in 1986, and we currently have over 1,150 students. Pedare is a vibrant, collaborative, values-based workplace where staff are welcomed and supported.
We cater for over 1,100 students across Reception to Year 12 and we use the IB PYP and MYP frameworks, Australian Curriculum and SACE for curriculum delivery. We take pride in knowing and understanding each of our students, their learning and their interests. As strengths are recognised we strive to support and enhance them whilst maintaining balance and providing a range of opportunities in a variety of disciplines. We recognise that not all students have the same needs, therefore, we have established a dedicated diverse learning program where it provides direct and timely assistance to students who require additional learning requirements under the teacher remit.
The Opportunity: We have an exciting leadership opportunity available for the position of Head of Health and Physical Education R-12, starting in January 2025. We are seeking a vibrant and dynamic individual with proven leadership skills and expertise in H&PE. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining high educational standards and overseeing the coordination of rigorous teaching programmes across the College.
This leadership role involves providing exceptional support to staff through professional development, mentoring, and promoting innovative teaching methods. The Head of Health and Physical Education will also foster outstanding classroom environments and assist with curriculum organisation and documentation.
The position comes with an initial 3-year tenure, with a potential further 2 years offered upon role and incumbent review. A 0.2 FTE time release is provided, with a teaching load of 0.8 FTE. This leadership role is underpinned by a permanent full-time teaching position.
The role: Build the capacity and nurture the development of staff within the learning area of Health and Physical EducationLead the educational focus of the IB MYP framework, the development of the Australian Curriculum (ACARA) and ensure this transitions seamlessly into SACE preparationSupport and promote innovative and creative pedagogyEnsure that students have a safe environment in which to learn and a broad, relevant, and challenging curriculumInspire faculty staff through promotion of authentic learning opportunities for students that are contemporary, contextual and engagingPrepare and maintain budgetsBe responsible for the preparation and monitoring of teaching and assessment plansBe responsible for an organised and efficient storage of teaching and learning documentationAbility to collaborate with other Pedare staffAbility to relate well to students, recognising both the pastoral and educative aspects of the student-teacher relationshipMaintain an interest in the welfare of students and promote the wellbeing of studentsSome out of hours may be required due to role requirementsWillingness to participate in extra-curricular is requiredWhat we need: A current South Australian Working with Children Check (WWCC)A current Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect (RRHAN) certificateA current Teacher Registration certificate in South AustraliaA current First Aid and CPR Certificate (preferred)Academic Transcripts and Degrees, Diplomas, CertificatesAll certificates and qualification must be provided to the College prior to commencement of employment; and the College requests the applicant to disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.
Next Steps: Applications, including a letter of application addressing the selection criteria, Curriculum Vitae and the names of three (3) professional referees should be addressed to: Naomi Bruce, Manager People and Culture by clicking APPLY NOW. Candidates are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible as they will be considered upon receipt.
Only applications from suitably qualified teachers, registered, or able to be registered, in South Australia will be considered. Whilst this teaching role has nominated a primary faculty, the successful candidate will be appointed as a Teacher and Pedare reserves the right to allocate subjects based on training, experience and timetable requirements for each semester. WE ARE ONE, WE ARE PEDARE.
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