Head of School, Education
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School of Education
- Fixed Term full-time Head of School appointment (3 years) plus underlying Permanent/Continuing full-time Professor appointment
- Level E: $217815 Head of School Allowance 17% Superannuation
TheFaculty of the Arts Social Sciences and Humanities (ASSH)is where people and ideas come together to explore how we live learn create and connect. We explore what it means to be human - past present and future. Our disciplines span the creative and performing arts education humanities geography psychology and the social sciences united by a shared commitment to understanding people culture and the world we share.
The School of Education continues to develop skilled high-quality graduates who are passionate about transforming lives through education. Ranked number one nationally in undergraduate Teacher Education the School is recognised for its innovative Initial Teacher Education programs across Early Childhood Primary and Secondary contexts delivered across multiple campuses in NSW. It also offers high-quality postgraduate education and maintains long-standing international links in teaching research and professional experience.
As part of our continued drive for educational excellence we are seeking an exceptional visionary and energetic academic leader to serve as Head of School Education.
About the Role
The Head of School will provide strategic academic leadership across research learning and teaching governance and community engagement. The successful candidate will:
- Cultivate a dynamic collaborative environment that fosters innovation and continuous improvement.
- Lead the development and delivery of a robust course portfolio that prioritises outstanding student experience classroom readiness and lifelong learning.
- Champion excellence in research by supporting academics at all career stages building industry partnerships and driving community impact.
- Promote the Schools achievements locally nationally and internationally.
- Play a central role in academic administration staff development and strategic planning within the School and Faculty.
This position reports directly to the Executive Dean and works closely with Associate Deans other Heads of School and University units and divisions. The role is based at the Wollongong campus and involves regular in-person engagement.
How to Apply
You will be prompted to respond to a selection criteria questionnaire as part of the application process. Please also attach your CV to your application.
For a confidential discussion or further information about this position please contact Professor Peter Kelly Interim Executive Dean Arts Social Sciences and Humanities onor at.
Head of School Education Position Description
Professor Level E Position Classification
Closing Date:Sunday 19 October 2025 11:59 PM
The University of Wollongong is committed to equality diversity and inclusion. As an equal opportunity employer and a recognised leader in gender equality we encourage and welcome applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and people including: culturally and linguistically diverse women disability LGBTIQ and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Australians.
This position has been classified as child-related work more information is available within the position description.
This position is subject to a National Criminal Check.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
