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Director of Middle School Learning & Engagement (Years 7-9)

Position Type
School Leadership
Commence Date
19 Jan 2026
Employment Status
Permanent / Ongoing
FTE/Hours per week
Full Time
Year Levels
Secondary
Subject(s)/Grade
Underpinned by a 1.0FTE, full time teacher role / College Leadership - Position of Responsibility (POR4) 4 year tenure

Role Details

As a result of strong enrolments, this new position has been created to lead continued excellence in the Middle School.

The Director of Learning and Engagement (Middle School) works to enhance the Catholic identity of the College and support the Lasallian philosophy of education. With a dual focus, this role involves maintaining high standards in curriculum delivery and assessment as well as supporting student engagement and pastoral care.

The role requires collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure smooth school transitions (Years 7-9), improved outcomes for disengaged students, and leadership of a vibrant learning community in the Middle School.  A key member of the Henley, Curriculum Leadership teams, the Director ensures that the Teaching and Learning Framework is delivered by staff and that the quality of relationships between the College and Partner Primary Schools is maintained. 

The Director works directly with the Leaders of Learning - Middle School English/HaSS, and Mathematics/Science and co-line manages Leaders of Learning, Key Teachers and the Curriculum Committee on Middle School learning and achievement matters. This role is supported by the Senior Administration Officer: Curriculum & Assessment.

Essential:

  • Relevant prior leadership experience
  • Teacher Registration (South Australia)
  • Teacher Accreditation (Catholic Education SA)
  • Screening clearance and a police clearance to work in Catholic Education SA in accordance with current guidelines
  • Completion of Required Core Training programs prior to, or as soon as possible after appointment

     Desirable:

  • Undertaking study towards a related qualification or Masters
  • Experience in a similar curriculum and/or school engagement role
  • Role related qualifications or projects
  • Membership of Educational Leadership Institutions

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St Michael's College (Secondary Campus)

Henley Beach
Co-Ed
7-12
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How to Apply

Your application should be a maximum of seven pages including:-

  • A cover letter (no more than one page)
  • CV (no more than 2 pages)
  • Application addressing the criteria of the role, which is the content of the Position Information Document (no more than 4 pages)
  • Application Declaration Form (attached)
  • Application to be sent as one document.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to interview shortlised candidates and appoint prior to the closing date.

Direct Applications To
St Michael's College
Attention Of
Human Resources
Email
employment@smc.sa.edu.au
Close Date
9am Monday 2 Jun 2025

It is required that a CESA Employment Declaration be completed and submitted with your application.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and we reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates and appoint prior to the closing date. 

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