Closes: 20 May 2025Classification: Director School ImprovementSalary: $257,029 plus superannuationPosition No: 68967Directorate: EducationAdvertised (Gazettal date): 06 May 2025Contact Officer: Angela Spence on DDGEDUoffice@act.gov.au or (02) 6207 8330Details: The Executive Education Leader, Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment (EEL CPA) is accountable for policy development, strategic planning, and system leadership across curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment, focusing on delivery of the Strong Foundations reform projects.The role provides expert advice and ongoing support to the Minister, Director-General, Senior Executive, and Executive Governance Committee on strategic policy and operational areas, including in teaching and learning, from early childhood education through to Year 12.As a leader in the Service Delivery and Design Group, the EEL CPA contributes to the design and delivery of significant school and system improvement initiatives aligned with the Directorate’s Strategic Plan and whole-of-government priorities.The EEL CPA has responsibility for the strategic oversight, professional supervision and line management of the Curriculum, Pedagogy and Assessment Taskforce, a two-year branch structure designed to strengthen curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment in ACT schools through delivery of Strong Foundations projects.The EEL CPA provides oversees functions to support high-quality education services, ensuring schools and school communities receive the necessary guidance, resources, and professional learning to deliver high-quality education for all ACT public school students. The role also oversees the administration of funding of learning and teaching services to schools to enhance their capacity and effectiveness.Eligibility/Other RequirementsThis is position falls under the Teacher and School Leaders Enterprise Agreement. Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011 is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to - https://www.accesscanberra.act.gov.au/app/answers/detail/a_id/1804.A minimum of four years full time (or equivalent) tertiary study leading to the award of a recognised school teaching qualification. Current professional teaching registration with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) (or eligibility to obtain).The ACT Public Service (ACTPS) Executive Capabilities are a way of describing the behaviours that characterise successful ACTPS executives and the values and personal attributes that support these behaviours. They also provide an integrated and consistent means of assisting executives to identify developmental needs and achieve significant and measurable growth in areas such as leadership, strategic vision and effective management.Leads and values peopleMotivates and develops peopleValues diversity and respects individualsBuilds a culture of improving practiceShapes strategic thinkingInspires a sense of purpose and directionEncourages innovation and engages with riskThinks broadly and develops solutionsAchieves results with integrityDevelops organisational capability to deliver resultsManages resources wisely and with probityProgresses evidence-based policies and proceduresShows sound judgement, is responsive and ethicalFosters collaborationListens and communicates with influenceEngages effectively across governmentBuilds and maintains key relationshipsExemplifies citizen, community and service focusUnderstands, anticipates and evaluates client needsCreates partnerships and co-operationWorks to improve outcomesWhere a school-based school leader is successful in their application, please note that you will need to coordinate with your Executive Education Leader to take the equivalent period of leave.Note: This is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension for 12 months. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Applicants should note that a Joint Selection Committee (JSC) established in accordance with the collective/enterprise agreement provisions will assess all applications for this position.How to Apply: Applications should include a maximum two-page pitch against the Executive Capabilities and a current curriculum vitae with the details of two referees. Applications must be submitted through the ACT Jobs website.Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now Button below.NoteThis is a temporary position available for a period of 12 months with the possibility of extension for 12 months.
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