This employment opportunity is identified for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. Being an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational requirement under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

• Be part of the Executive Team.
• Central Coast Location
• Leading organisation for First Nations artistic & cultural educational services

The Opportunity:

NAISDA is recognised as the leading provider of artistic and cultural educational services specifically for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander young people; producing the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artist and performers since 1976.

Due to growth, a new role has been created, Head of Teaching and Learning, reporting to the CEO. This role will lead the teaching and learning team and drive the strategic vision of NAISDA’s educational offering ensuring a high quality creative, cultural curriculum and inclusive training for its students.

Key duties & responsibilities:

• Leading the Teaching and Learning team
• Development and implementation of a 4 -5 year teaching and learning strategy in alignment to NAISDA’s vision and cultural values
• Working with the Executive Team on the strategic direction of the organisation, as it heads towards growth and expansion
• Lead and work closely with the Wiliguwa (NAISDA Board of Studies) on curriculum development
• Embedding Indigenous Knowings into the curriculum
• Leading the development and implementation of NAISDA’s proposed and existing curriculum
• Managing the teaching and learning budget
• Providing expert advice to the CEO and stakeholders on emerging creative, cultural and curriculum development
• Leading cultural growth at NAISDA
• Working closely with the Compliance Manager to maintain high standards and regulatory requirements

Previous skills & experience:

• Demonstrated understanding of the contemporary issues facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and the impact these issues have on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, societies and culture in todays environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
• Degree qualification in Education, Teaching and Learning or other relevant qualifications
• Extensive experience in post graduate education with a strong understanding of curriculum, education frameworks, compliance and ASQA and the VET Sector
• Strong understanding of education management and student development
• Excellent communication skills for internal and external stakeholders, commitment to teamwork, collaboration and development of team and organisation
• Ability to manage a team with deadlines alongside personal deadlines
• Current NSW Drivers licence
• Experience in and/or passion for, the Performing Arts is highly desirable

Mandatory for this role:

• National Police Check
• NSW Working with Children Check
• Ability to act as a Fit and Proper Person in line with ASQA requirements
• This employment opportunity is identified as a Genuine Occupational Requirement for an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person

If you are interested in this role, please apply directly through the ad. For further information, you are welcome to contact Emily at [email protected], using the subject line: Head of Teaching & Learning - NAISDA - Kariong / Central Coast enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply ASAP!