Interim Head of Teaching and Learning Innovation

About the Role

Lead teaching excellence. Drive innovation. Lift learning outcomes.

St Peters is seeking an exceptional educational leader for a 12-month interim senior leadership appointment as Interim Head of Teaching and Learning Innovation. Reporting to the Deputy Head of College this role provides College-wide leadership for teaching and learning across P12 setting strategic direction for curriculum pedagogy assessment staff capability innovation and educational technology.

This is a rare opportunity to shape consistent high-quality learning experiences across multiple pathways including the Australian Curriculum QCE VET and the International Baccalaureate (IB PYP and IB Diploma Programme).

Key Responsibilities

As a member of the Senior Leadership Team you will:

• Lead and implement a clear research-informed Teaching and Learning strategy aligned to the Colleges strategic intent
• Drive consistently high-quality teaching practice through clear expectations coaching moderation and professional learning
• Ensure a rigorous coherent and well-sequenced P12 curriculum across all pathways (Australian Curriculum IB PYP/DP QCE and VET)
• Strengthen evidence-informed improvement through the use of learning data research and classroom evidence to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement
• Provide governance quality assurance and compliance oversight including QCAA and relevant accreditation requirements
• Provide strategic leadership of eLearning and educational technology partnering with IT to ensure safe reliable education-led implementation
• Lead and line-manage key portfolios including Curriculum Leaders Exceptional Learners IB Diploma Programme Library Services Careers VET eLearning and support staff

What You Bring

Youre a visible values-driven leader who brings:

• Demonstrated success leading whole-of-school (or cross-school) teaching and learning improvement across P12
• Deep expertise in curriculum assessment moderation reporting and evidence-based pedagogy
• Strong capability using data research and feedback to set priorities evaluate initiatives and deliver measurable impact
• Proven people leadership: coaching leaders setting clear expectations strengthening accountability and building high-performance culture
• Capability leading purposeful innovation and effective educational technology integration
• Sound operational oversight including reporting cycles academic administration and compliance requirements
• Executive presence strong communication and the ability to build trust with staff students and families
• Alignment with and commitment to the Christian ethos and mission of the College

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Education (postgraduate qualifications in leadership/curriculum desirable)
• Current registration (or eligibility) with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)

What we offer

Staff enjoy a strong package of professional and personal benefits including:

• Strong remuneration and genuine investment in leadership growth (PD mentoring)
• Family-friendly benefits including tuition fee concessions
• Wellbeing support (EAP and annual flu vaccinations)
• Lifestyle and convenience perks: café free parking and Ironbark accommodation in term breaks
• A rich co-curricular program where staff can lead what they love

About Us

St Peters Lutheran College is a Co-Educational Day and Boarding School of the Lutheran Church located on 52 acres just 7 kilometres from Brisbane CBD. Established in 1945 St Peters has developed an enviable reputation in academic scholarship pastoral care and breadth of co-curricular programs through which it seeks to provide an exceptional student experience. Together academic staff and corporate staff provide an outstanding educational environment for students to grow and flourish.

How to Apply

Please submit:

1. Your CV
2. Your Educational Philosophy
3. A statement addressing the Selection Criteria (SC1SC8) (maximum half a page per criterion)

A copy of the Position Description can be found below.

Applications close: 10:00am Monday 1 June 2026
For a confidential conversation: Lisa Delaney Acting Head of College/

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