Head of Pedagogy & Curriculum

Fintona Girls' School | Balwyn, MelbourneFintona Girls' School is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking educational leader to join its School Leadership Team as Head of Pedagogy & Curriculum.This is a significant opportunity to shape the strategic direction of teaching and learning across Prep to Year 12, strengthening Fintona's established culture of academic excellence, inspiring exceptional teaching practice and ensuring every student is supported to achieve her personal and academic aspirations.About Fintona Girls' SchoolLocated in Balwyn, Melbourne, Fintona is a highly regarded independent, non-selective and non-denominational school, educating girls from Prep to Year 12, with a co-educational Early Learning program.Established in 1896, Fintona has a proud history of academic achievement and a distinctive approach to girls' education. With approximately 600 students, the School offers a close-knit and supportive learning environment where every girl is known, nurtured and encouraged to discover her own version of extraordinary.About the RoleReporting directly to the Principal and as a key member of the School Leadership Team, the Head of Pedagogy & Curriculum will provide strategic and operational leadership of curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and professional learning across Prep to Year 12.Working collaboratively with Learning Area Leaders and teaching staff, the successful candidate will drive a shared vision for teaching and learning, strengthen evidence-informed practice and foster a culture of professional growth, innovation and collective efficacy.Key priorities include:Leading the development and implementation of contemporary curriculum, pedagogy and assessment practices across Prep to Year 12.Strengthening the use of student learning data to inform teaching practice and improve educational outcomes.Developing the capability of Learning Area Leaders and teaching staff through professional learning, coaching and collaboration.Fostering a high-performing academic culture that promotes student aspiration and continuous improvement.Contributing to whole-school strategic planning and educational leadership.About YouThe successful candidate will be an experienced educational leader with a demonstrated ability to translate contemporary educational thinking into meaningful improvements in teaching practice and student learning.You will bring:A strong record of educational leadership, curriculum development and pedagogical improvement.Deep knowledge of contemporary teaching and learning practices, curriculum frameworks and assessment.Demonstrated expertise in using student learning data to improve educational outcomes.Proven ability to lead, develop and inspire teaching teams, building professional trust and collective efficacy.Strong strategic thinking, organisational capability and experience leading educational change.A collaborative, relational leadership style and genuine commitment to academic excellence and girls' education.This appointment offers the opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the educational direction of one of Melbourne's respected independent girls' schools.The position includes a 0.4 FTE teaching component and is offered as a five-year tenured leadership appointment, with an ongoing teaching position at the School.How to ApplyANZUK Executive has been exclusively retained to support Fintona Girls' School with this important appointment.To apply, please request a copy of the Candidate Information Pack, which provides further details about the School, the role, the key selection criteria and application requirements. Candidates are asked to review the pack and address the key selection criteria as part of their application.For a confidential conversation or to request the Candidate Information Pack, please contact:Rob EvansE: Rob.E@anzuk.education | T: 03 9249 2431ORKate DeaneE: Kate.D@anzuk.education | M: 0407 688 122Start Date: Term 1, 2027, or by negotiation.Applications close: Wednesday 11 November 2026Fintona Girls' School reserves the right to interview and appoint a suitable candidate prior to the advertised closing date.Fintona Girls' School is committed to child safety and wellbeing. The successful candidate will be required to meet the School's child safety requirements and hold current registration, or be eligible for registration, with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.