Leader of Learning Diversity (POL 2)
Think Clearly. Learn Deeply. Grow Independently.
At Simonds Catholic College, we believe every student can flourish when high expectations are matched with the right support, challenge and opportunities for growth. We are seeking an exceptional Leader of Learning Diversity to provide strategic leadership across inclusive education, intervention, extension and evidence-informed practice.
This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who is passionate about advocacy, believes in the potential of every learner, and understands that the right programs and teaching approaches can accelerate growth and help close attainment gaps.
Working within the Simonds Learning Model, the successful applicant will champion practices that enable students to become increasingly independent, self-regulated learners.
About the Role
The Leader of Learning Diversity will lead and strengthen the College's commitment to:
* Inclusive, high challenge and high support learning environments.
* Data informed practice and evidence-based decision making.
* Intervention and enrichment within a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
* Student growth and the acceleration of learning.
* Stretch and challenge opportunities for gifted and high-potential learners.
* Learner agency through the intentional fading of scaffolds and supports.
* Building teacher capability in adaptive and responsive teaching.
* Strategic and compliant Learning Diversity practices.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Inclusive Practice
* Foster a culture where every learner is known, supported and challenged.
* Advocate for students and work collaboratively with families, staff and external agencies to maximise outcomes.
* Promote learner independence and self-regulation through purposeful and responsive support.
Drive Data-Informed Improvement
* Analyse and triangulate multiple sources of evidence to identify needs, monitor progress and evaluate impact.
* Use data to inform intervention, extension and strategic planning.
* Maintain a relentless focus on student growth and closing attainment gaps.
Lead Intervention and Extension
* Coordinate and evaluate targeted interventions aligned to a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
* Ensure students requiring additional support receive timely and effective adjustments.
* Provide stretch and challenge opportunities for gifted and high-potential learners, recognising that excellence requires intentional cultivation.
Build Teacher Capability
* Support teachers to implement adaptive teaching practices aligned to the Simonds Learning Model.
* Coach staff in providing reasonable adjustments while maintaining high expectations.
* Promote the gradual release of responsibility, ensuring scaffolds are intentionally faded to develop independent learners.
Lead Learning Diversity Operations
* Coordinate Student Support Groups (SSGs), Individual Learning Plans and learning adjustments.
* Maintain strong working knowledge of NCCD requirements and associated compliance processes.
* Liaise with external agencies and specialists to support students and families.
* Lead and strategically deploy a team of Learning Support Officers to maximise impact and promote student independence.
About You
You are an educator and leader who:
* Has a passion for advocacy and a commitment to ensuring every student experiences growth.
* Believes that all learners can succeed when provided with the right support and challenge.
* Understands the importance of data informed practice and evidence-based intervention.
* Has experience coordinating Student Support Groups and working collaboratively with families and external professionals.
* Possesses sound knowledge of NCCD processes and reasonable adjustments.
* Is committed to building teacher capability and collective efficacy.
* Understands that effective support should build independence rather than dependency.
* Brings excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
Why Simonds
At Simonds Catholic College, our vision is to develop young men who Think Clearly, Learn Deeply and Grow Independently.
Through explicit teaching, feedback and self-regulated learning, we are committed to creating a culture where every student is challenged, supported and empowered to achieve excellence.
We are seeking a leader who shares our belief that inclusion is not about lowering expectations, but about ensuring every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Leader of Learning Diversity (POL 2)
Championing inclusion. Accelerating growth. Building independence.
Please send through a CV and cover letter
