Assistant Principal – Teaching and Learning

Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning | Mercedes College, Adelaide, South Australia

POR4 | Fixed Term, Full Time Role

Mercedes College is seeking an inspiring and experienced Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning to join our Senior Leadership Team. This role is crucial for enhancing pedagogical practices, developing college-wide pedagogy, and ensuring alignment with our Catholic, Mercy, and internationally-focused mission. You'll be instrumental in fostering academic excellence and a cohesive teaching and learning framework across the College.

About the Role

As a key member of our leadership team, you will:

Lead curriculum development: Oversee, monitor, and evaluate a comprehensive curriculum that supports the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional needs of all students, aligning with CIS and IB standards.

Drive teaching excellence: Champion high-quality teaching, ensuring practices are aligned with our learning vision and supporting staff in implementing IB, Learner Profile, and differentiated instruction.

Cultivate staff growth: Foster a professional and trusting environment, lead continuous professional development, and mentor curriculum leaders.

Build partnerships: Strengthen home-school relationships and establish networks with external organisations to enrich student learning opportunities.

Ensure Compliance: Uphold CIS, IB, and Education Act registration standards.

Please note: This is a fixed-term, full-time position starting from 21 July 2025 and concluding on 12 December 2025. The role is classified as POR4 and includes a teaching load tailored to the applicant's areas of expertise. Applicants are asked to specify their teaching specialisations in their application.

Who We're Looking For

We are seeking an innovative educator with:

Active support for the College's Catholic, Mercy, and International mission.

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.

A high level of confidentiality, integrity, resilience, and initiative.

A strong commitment to IB inquiry pedagogies and continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

Significant and impactful experience as an educator, preferably in a Catholic school.

Post-graduate studies or engagement with leadership formation (e.g., Grad Cert, Masters, CESA Aspiring Leaders Program).

Proven ability to lead teams and create positive workplace environments.

Skills in leading data-informed processes (e.g., ACER PAT, NAPLAN) to improve student outcomes.

Extensive knowledge of relevant national, local, and school requirements.

Familiarity with school systems like SEQTA and Managebac.

Demonstrated success in project management.

For further information, including the Position Information Document, visit the Mercedes College, Careers page at: https://www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au/careers/

How to apply

If you are a passionate and experienced leader ready to significantly impact teaching and learning at Mercedes College, we invite you to apply.

Email your application to [email protected], addressed to Mr. Andrew Balkwill (Principal), comprising:

Cover letter outlining the following (no more than 1 A4 page) detailing your experience, passion for this role and what are your teaching specialisations.

A copy of your CV, including 3 referees

Completed Applicant Declaration Form (See the Mercedes College website https://www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au/about-mercedes/careers/)

For confidential enquiries, please contact Narelle Sandercock, Deputy Principal on (08) 8372 3245 or email [email protected]

Applications close: 9am Monday 7 July 2025.

Appointment will be subject to Working with Children and Catholic screening clearances.

Mercedes College reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable applicant prior to the application close date.