Head of Diverse Learning

An esteemed independent school in Kew is seeking a passionate and experienced Head of Diverse Learning to lead and inspire inclusive education, including support for gifted and talented students, commencing in Term 1, 2025. This part-time (0.5) leadership and (0.5) teaching role is ongoing and offers a unique opportunity to foster excellence in education across a wide spectrum of student needs.

We welcome applications from educators with a strong background in diverse learning, leadership expertise, and a commitment to nurturing student potential and achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership (0.5):

• Lead the school's diverse learning programs, ensuring inclusive practices for students with additional needs, including gifted and talented learners.
• Develop and implement strategies to identify, support, and extend students across the learning spectrum.
• Provide professional development and resources for staff to enhance inclusive and differentiated teaching practices.
• Collaborate with leadership and teaching teams to align support strategies with the school's vision and values.
• Monitor and evaluate programs to ensure measurable outcomes for students with diverse learning profiles.
• Build relationships with families, specialists, and external agencies to deliver holistic support for students.

Teaching (0.5):

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to meet the needs of all students, including those requiring extension or additional support.
• Foster an inclusive classroom culture that celebrates diversity and encourages all students to thrive.
• Use data-driven practices to assess, monitor, and support student progress, providing timely feedback and interventions.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share strategies and approaches for diverse learners, including enrichment opportunities for gifted students.

Skills & Experience:

• Completed relevant Qualifications in Education
• Maintain a valid and up-to-date VIT registration
• Have unrestricted working rights in Australia
• Demonstrate previous experience in teaching
• Ability to provide contact details for two education-based references from within the last 5 years (student-teacher mentors are acceptable).

Why work with Tradewind?

The Benefits:

• Work with an organisation that is relentless in securing quality opportunities in a personalised way
• Relevant and real information about roles
• No joining fees/other fees
• Resume and Key Selection Criteria assistance
• Interview tips and preparation provided
• Professional development by two Principal mentors on a consistent basis

Tradewind Australia is a specialist, education recruitment agency and is the preferred supplier of teachers for many schools across the greater Melbourne / Victoria region. We have a strong reputation for providing high-calibre teachers with fantastic contract opportunities and helping them to pursue rewarding careers. Our aim is to cultivate an excellent ongoing relationship with you throughout your growing career.

How to apply:

To apply, follow the link provided or apply on our website

Alternatively, email your interest and resume

For any queries regarding the position or application process, contact the Tom on the Education Permanent Team - (03) 9110-0091

TRADEWIND AUSTRALIA IS PROUD TO BE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES EMPLOYER.

We welcome applications from people who reflect the diversity of the organisations we partner with, and the people they support. We encourage people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander backgrounds and people with disability and lived experience to apply.