Director of Studies - Term 1 2026 start
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 21 September 2025
We are inviting applications for a Full-Time Director of Studies, commencing Term 1 2026.
<p>Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1882, is a leading Catholic Independent Day and Boarding School located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs. The School is co-educational ELC-6, and girls only 7-12.</p>
<p>We are inviting applications for a <strong>Director of Studies, commencing Term 1 2026.</strong> Reporting to the Head of Academic Excellence, and as part of the School Leadership Team, the Director of Studies will work with other members of the School Executive to drive and promote whole school strategic initiatives and be responsible for curriculum compliance, student academic welfare, the school timetable, and other related operations. </p>
<p><strong>The role:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Commences mid-January 2026</li>
<li>0.8 Leadership / 0.2 Teaching split</li>
<li>Attracts a Level 4 Leadership Allowance</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Key responsibilities will include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>In alignment with the School’s strategic goals, develop and implement highly effective short, medium, and long-term project plans</li>
<li>Lead and drive academic excellence through a strong focus on curriculum compliance, planning, and delivery</li>
<li>Manage all processes and associated obligations related to NESA and NAPLAN</li>
<li>Develop and implement strong systems for assessments, examinations, and reporting </li>
<li>Oversee the timetable function, including class allocations, teacher allocations (including relief teachers), events, rooming, and the allocation of staff duties </li>
<li>Work with relevant stakeholders to monitor and progress academic assistance for students, where required. </li>
</ul>
<p><strong>The ideal candidate:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Accredited with NESA to teach in NSW, and with previous extensive teaching experience</li>
<li>Postgraduate qualifications in pedagogy, curriculum, educational leadership, or similar will be highly regarded</li>
<li>Extensive experience and success in a similar leadership role </li>
<li>Passion for and demonstrated commitment to leading excellence through balance</li>
<li>Expert communicator across a variety of platforms</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability in applying intellect and knowledge to weigh up complex information; identifying critical factors, innovative solutions, and implementing best practice change </li>
<li>Passion for and commitment to academic excellence</li>
<li>High-level administrative skills with proficiency in all standard IT platforms, and familiarity with education-based IT systems (working with Edval will be highly regarded)</li>
<li>Current Working With Children Check</li>
<li>Ability to model the five goals of Sacred Heart Education in interactions with students, staff, and parents</li>
</ul>
<p>As <strong>Sacred Heart Educators,</strong> we are:</p>
<ul>
<li>Committed to the Sacred Heart Charism </li>
<li>Optimistic, relational individuals who act with integrity and share their love of learning </li>
<li>Reflective practitioners who strive for professional excellence </li>
</ul>
<p>As Sacred Heart Educators, this is our commitment to our students and colleagues within our KRB community. </p>
<p><strong>Amongst other employee benefits, Kincoppal – Rose Bay School offers:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>competitive rates of pay that are above MEA rates </li>
<li>17.5% leave loading</li>
<li>a free staff shuttle service to and from Edgecliff station</li>
<li>an array of culture-focused well-being and social initiatives e.g. Personal Training, Book Club, complimentary pool and gym access, financial advice, confidential and independent EAP, access to Fitness Passport </li>
<li>flexibility in hours (subject to timetable)</li>
<li>a fantastic daily menu of lunches for a nominal fee</li>
<li>professional learning - an opportunity to tailor your learning to your needs </li>
<li>an opportunity to discuss and act on your career aspirations </li>
<li>discounted tuition fees for children of permanent employees</li>
<li>an opportunity to align your personal and professional values with your workplace </li>
<li>various salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing <br>
</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Applications must include:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>One-page covering letter including why you have applied for this role, why you are moving on from your current role, and your unique skills and experiences that separate you from other candidates</li>
<li>An updated CV.</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>To learn more about employee life at KRB, visit our page on </strong><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/school/kincoppal-rose-bay" rel="nofollow"><strong>LinkedIn</strong></a><strong> or our </strong><a href="https://www.krb.nsw.edu.au/about-us/our-people/employment/" rel="nofollow"><strong>website.</strong></a></p>
<p>If you have the right qualifications and background for this opportunity, we invite you to apply for this role via <a href="https://www.seek.com.au/job/86996802?ref=hirer-jobs-list" rel="nofollow">Seek</a>. </p>
<p>Our School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome expressions of interest from all suitably qualified candidates.</p>
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<p>Good luck!</p>
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<p><i>In accordance with Child Protection legislation all people seeking child-related employment are required to complete a 'Working with Children' Check clearance prior to employment. Please see </i><a href="https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check" rel="nofollow"><i>https://www.ocg.nsw.gov.au/child-safe-organisations/working-with-children-check</i></a><i> for further information.</i></p>