Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Leading Teacher - Range 3
Occupation: Leading teacher
Location: Grampians - Ballarat
Reference: 1534704
SC1 Demonstrated expert knowledge of the relevant curriculum. Demonstrated ability to lead and manage the implementation of school priorities, and the teaching of literacy and numeracy skills across the curriculum.
SC2 Demonstrated ability to lead the planning and implementation of high impact teaching strategies that respond to student learning needs. Demonstrated ability to support teachers to evaluate the impact of learning and teaching programs on student learning growth.
SC3 Demonstrated exemplary ability to monitor and assess student learning at a class, cohort or whole-school level and use this data to lead improvement initiatives. Demonstrated ability to support others in using data to inform teaching practice and to provide feedback on student learning growth and achievement to students and parents.
SC4 Demonstrated exemplary interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to lead collaborative relationships with students, colleagues, parents and the broader school community focused on student learning, agency, wellbeing and engagement.
SC5 Demonstrated ability to model behaviours and attitudes consistent with Department values and support colleagues to adopt these behaviours and attitudes. Demonstrated ability to reflect upon their own, others and whole-school practice and contribute to the provision of whole-school professional learning.
Leading teachers will be highly skilled classroom practitioners and undertake leadership and management roles commensurate with their salary range. The role of leading teachers is to improve the skill, knowledge and performance of the teaching workforce in a school or group of schools and to improve the curriculum program of a school.
Typically, leading teachers are responsible for coordinating a number of staff to achieve improvements in teaching and learning which may involve the coordination and professional support of colleagues through modelling, collaborating and coaching and using processes that develop knowledge, practice and professional engagement in others.
Leading teachers are expected to lead and manage a significant area or function within the school with a high degree of independence to ensure the effective development, provision and evaluation of the school's education program.
Leading teachers will be expected to make a significant contribution to policy development relating to teaching and learning in the school. A leading teacher has a direct impact and influence on the achievement of the school goals.
Leading teachers are usually responsible for the implementation of one or more priorities contained in the school strategic plan.
Model and promote the vision, values and strategic direction of Mount Rowan Secondary College through high expectations, professional integrity and a commitment to excellence in teaching, learning and wellbeing.
Demonstrate ethical leadership, sound professional judgement and positive relationships with students, families, colleagues and the wider community.
Contribute to the strategic leadership and continuous improvement of the college through the implementation of the Annual Implementation Plan, whole-school priorities and consistent practices across Years 7-12.
Model exemplary classroom practice and build the capacity of colleagues through coaching, mentoring, collaboration and professional learning.
Undertake other duties as directed by the Principal Team.
Team Leadership and Development
Student Wellbeing, Behaviour and Attendance
Student Voice and School Culture
Pathways and Senior Transition
Teachers currently registered or eligible for registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching and qualified to teach and/or have demonstrated experience in the curriculum area(s) specified for the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
To be eligible for employment, transfer or promotion in the principal or teacher class:
Details of qualification requirements as updated from time to time can be found at Recruitment in Schools.
Mount Rowan Secondary College is a vibrant and growing Years 7-12 government secondary school in Ballarat, with a strong culture of high expectations, inclusion and care for every student. We provide a broad range of academic, vocational and applied learning pathways, ensuring every student is supported to achieve success and pursue their aspirations.
Our motto, "Together we grow and achieve," reflects our belief that the strongest outcomes are achieved through genuine partnerships between students, families, staff and the wider community. This is underpinned by our school values of Pride, Respect and Excellence through Effort, which shape the way we learn, work and interact every day.
At Mount Rowan Secondary College, we are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and learning. Our whole-school instructional model, consistent teaching practices and collaborative professional culture support staff to continually refine their practice and maximise student learning growth. Professional learning, instructional coaching and leadership development are central to our commitment to continuous improvement.
Student wellbeing is at the heart of everything we do. We offer comprehensive wellbeing, engagement and inclusion programs that ensure every student feels safe, connected and supported to thrive both academically and personally.
Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to participate in an extensive range of extracurricular opportunities including performing arts, music, sport, camps, student leadership, community partnerships and enrichment programs that foster confidence, belonging and personal growth.
Mount Rowan Secondary College also benefits from modern learning environments and outstanding facilities that support innovative teaching, collaboration and student engagement.
We are proud of the positive culture we have built for both students and staff. We seek passionate professionals who are committed to excellence, value collaboration and are eager to contribute to a school community where, together, we grow and achieve.