Head of Faculty – Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) and Classroom Teacher

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12.

Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow’s workplaces.

About the Role

Hunter Valley Grammar School seeks to appoint a permanent full-time (1.0 FTE) Head of Faculty – Technological and Applied Studies (TAS) & Classroom Teacher to our Senior School commencing in Term 1, 2026.

The Head of Faculty – TAS is responsible for ensuring students are inspired to pursue their passions and are given every opportunity for academic success. The successful candidate will provide leadership and oversight off all TAS subjects within a highly collaborative environment.

They will work to empower staff, embody reflective practices, bring a high degree of subject-specific knowledge and work hard to build the leadership capacity of all members of the team.

The HOF-TAS will be a champion and advocate for high quality learning and teaching within the team and the Senior School and exemplify the HVGS learning principles in practice. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of concept-based teaching and learning, the design cycle in practice and, ideally, the IB programmes as well as the NSW curriculum.

Work Pattern: This position is to be on campus from 8:00 am until at least 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, each school day in accordance with the published term dates.

Key Duties

As a Senior School teacher, you will be required to:

• Fulfil the responsibilities of a Hunter Valley Grammar School teacher, upholding the School’s principles and values as detailed in the Staff Handbook and Code of Conduct.
• Be proactive in providing an academically challenging, stimulating and safe environment for students to succeed and flourish.
• Foster a commitment to continuous improvement, collaboration, and sharing of knowledge and information with colleagues.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to develop and deliver engaging programs of inquiry, based on the International Baccalaureate framework, which comply with all NESA requirements.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) and/or a strong willingness to engage in IB professional learning.
• Demonstrate a deep commitment to knowing each and every student in the classroom, and building strong partnerships for learning with each student.
• Demonstrate an active understanding of documented Personalised Learning Plans and Class Plans for those students requiring identified support and/or differentiation.
• Embody the dispositions required to build and maintain a strong collaborative culture.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Engage actively in the wellbeing program of the School, including taking a Mentor Group each morning (and during scheduled wellbeing periods), and fulfilling all aspects of the mentor role to a high standard.
• Actively support student engagement in the service learning program(s) of the School, both within the classroom and beyond.
• Teach an adjusted load of classes as determined by the needs of the timetable.
• Attend all identified assemblies, sporting carnivals, meetings and Professional Learning days as required.
• Attend Parent/Teacher evenings, presentation ceremonies and other identified school functions as determined by the Principal, (some which are outside of normal working hours).
• Attend an annual school camp/trip and fulfil timetabled requirements for playground and bus duties.
• Contribute meaningfully to the school’s co-curricular program of activities, in accordance with the expectations of all teaching staff, and in areas of interest or expertise.

As a Head of Faculty, you will have responsibility to:

• To lead, co-ordinate and manage all aspects of teaching and learning in the faculty, including the implementation of new courses and programmes.
• Model pedagogical leadership by embedding assessment for learning, quality differentiation in response to student diversity, intercultural competencies and restorative practices in the classroom.

• Lead the development of differentiation practices to ensure learning is accessible to all students and work collaboratively with the student services team on assessment and programming support for diverse learners.
• Engage meaningfully and actively as a member of the Teaching & Learning Committee with collaborative responsibility for student success, innovation in learning and teaching, and creating and embedding opportunities for student agency.
• Model a culture of collaboration that engenders trust, care, compassion, transparency, responsibility, and accountability.
• Ensure development of outstanding educational programs in line with NESA and the International Baccalaureate Programme requirements.
• Ensure curriculum oversight for IB and NESA aligned Technological and Applied Studies courses in Stage 4, Stage 5 and Stage 6.
• Ensure curriculum mapping and documentation is completed to facilitate interdisciplinary thinking and learning.
• Use data to inform teaching and learning decisions within the faculty, and work to build the data literacy of the team.
• Oversee student engagement in Faculty courses by liaising with Faculty staff regarding student progress, attainment and academic engagement and work collaboratively with the Senior School wellbeing team on student-related issues.
• Support the ongoing professional growth of staff in the faculty and put into practice the HVGS Professional Growth Cycle.
• Oversee implementation of NESA/IB, school policy and faculty practices with regard to:
  • Curriculum documentation and assessment
  • Workplace health and safety
  • Placement of students in suitable classes within the Faculty, as applicable
  • Development of literacy and numeracy skills
  • Meaningful home learning
  • Acquisition and effective utilisation of resources and materials for practical classes
  • Promotion of positive culture and professionalism
  • Using restorative practices within the classroom
• Maintain accurate asset registers of all equipment relevant to the faculty and ensure that the faculty is always equipped to carry out its objectives.
• Create faculty budgets for approval annually and actively monitor expenditure in relation to the annual TAS Faculty budget.

About You

• Appropriate educational qualifications/Bachelor’s Degree in the relevant subject area, and current NESA registration.
• Demonstrated experience in, or an understanding of the International Baccalaureate Programmes.
• A commitment to the school’s varied programs (academic, wellbeing, service, co-curricular etc.) including an advocacy for the International Baccalaureate Programme/s, both within and beyond the school.
• Experience in teaching relevant subject area course(s) in NSW Schools, or other appropriate systems, with the capacity to teach to HSC level in at least one subject area course.
• Demonstrated capacity to inspire young learners, possessing a commitment to learning and a passion for teaching.
• A high level of interpersonal skills, a willingness to be an active team member and contribute to both the Faculty and the Teaching & Learning Committee.
• A demonstrated clarity of educational purpose, vision, and engagement with our School Values.
• A willingness to make a significant contribution to the school’s co-curricular program in area(s) of interest or expertise.
• Diligence in ensuring teaching practice continues to meet the NESA Standards for Teacher
• Accreditation at the relevant level by performing a range of professional activities as part of ongoing practice.
• Demonstrated a commitment to completing the required minimum hours of Professional Learning (including the specified hours of NESA Registered PD).
• Responsibility for managing one’s own annual accreditation requirements including fee payment and maintenance of a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance

For a complete picture of the role, you can find the full Job Description on our website.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning. We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession.

Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

• 15 days Personal Leave for all full-time, permanent staff (prorated for part-time staff)
• Generous professional development opportunities.
• Access to Fitness Passport, which provides you and your family with flexible access to a wide range of gyms and pools, at a discounted price.
• State-of-the-Art teaching and learning infrastructure.
• Access to our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to Staff strength and conditioning sessions and the school gym.
• Salary Sacrificing options, including novated leasing.

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form here: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/

Applications submitted via SEEK’s ‘apply for job’ button will not be considered.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Human Resources on (02) 4934 2444 or [email protected].

Applications close: 5:00 pm Monday, 25 August 2025.

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.