Closes: 24 November 2025
Classification: School Leader C
Salary: $143,503 - $146,641 plus superannuation
Position No: 31897
Directorate: Education
Advertised (Gazettal date): 10 November 2025
Contact Officer: Joh Davies on or
Details: Canberra High School is a secondary school located in the suburb of Macquarie, catering to approximately 880 students from Years seven to 10. The school embraces a diverse community of learners and is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
Educators at Canberra High School are dedicated to empowering all students to become confident, creative, and active citizens. Through a dynamic curriculum and a wide range of engaging extracurricular activities, students are encouraged to explore their individual talents and interests.
The staff form a highly professional and committed team, focused on delivering challenging and innovative learning experiences. They model respectful relationships, nurture curiosity and a growth mindset, and provide multiple pathways for student success.
Central to the school's success is the strong emphasis on building and maintaining positive partnerships with students, families, carers, and the broader school community.
We are seeking a SLC to lead our Arts team.
Key Responsibilities of this role
* Lead the strategic planning, coordination, and delivery of high-quality arts education and school-wide events that celebrate student creativity and foster community engagement.
* Oversee the planning and execution of major school events, including assemblies, showcases, cultural celebrations, and community functions and communications, ensuring they reflect the school's values and diversity.
* Support staff through evidence informed PLCs to integrate arts-based pedagogies into curriculum and co-curricular activities, enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes.
* Manage resources, budgets, and logistics related to arts programs and events, ensuring effective use of facilities, equipment, and funding.
* Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and respect by mentoring staff and students, modelling professional practice, and encouraging reflective and responsive approaches to teaching and event management.
* Undertake a teaching load which is complementary to the needs of the school
Eligibility/Other requirements:
* 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 TQI.
* 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 - Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration )
Notes: This is a temporary position available from 27 January 2026 until 26 January 2027 with the possibility of permanency.
Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to apply: Please submit:
* Supporting statement addressing the Leadership Capabilities and be written with a focus on the key responsibilities specified for the position
* Current curriculum vitae
* Name and contact details for two referees.
Applications should be submitted .
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.
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Note
This is a temporary position available from 27 January 2026 until 26 January 2027 with the possibility of permanency.