Head of Visual Arts
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 4 July 2025
Arndell Anglican College in northwest Sydney, is seeking an innovative and visionary Head of Visual Arts to lead our dynamic Visual Arts faculty.
<p>Arndell Anglican College is a vibrant, P-12 Christ-centred learning community, through which Jesus is made known. The College prides itself on our high-quality pastoral care, academic development, and Christian programs. For our staff this means that we are driven by a passion to know who we are as a community and to do what we do well.</p>
<p>Situated on 30 acres between Rouse Hill and Windsor, Arndell caters for a growing population of almost 1300 students – with over 500 in Junior School (Prep to Year 6) and just under 800 in Secondary School (Years 7 to 12). Students are encouraged to grow in their individual abilities and interests within a learning environment that promotes optimism, respect, and ownership.</p>
<p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p>
<p>At Arndell Anglican College we are seeking an innovative and visionary <strong>Head of Visual Arts</strong> to lead our dynamic Visual Arts faculty <strong>commencing Term 1 2026</strong>. This is a key leadership opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to fostering creativity, excellence, and inclusive learning in a collaborative and future-focused environment.</p>
<p>As the Head of Visual Arts, you will oversee curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and faculty development. You will lead by example in promoting a culture of high expectations, student engagement, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, aligned with the College’s commitment to Christian values, pastoral care, and educating the whole child.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p>
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<li>Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality Visual Arts programs, ensuring curriculum alignment, progression, and differentiation for all learners.</li>
<li>Support and mentor staff in pedagogy, assessment design, practical implementation, excursions/incursions, and resource development.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Diverse Learning and Wellbeing teams to support the needs of all students, including contributions to IEPs, behaviour support, and risk management planning.</li>
<li>Drive professional learning within the Visual Arts department, guiding staff development through collaborative planning, data analysis, goal setting, and accreditation support.</li>
<li>Coordinate co-curricular initiatives related to the arts and lead department-wide projects, exhibitions, and events.</li>
<li>Manage department resources, budgets, and equipment to ensure effective delivery of programs.</li>
<li>Promote cross-curricular collaboration and contribute to whole-school strategic priorities as a key member of the Secondary Academic Leadership Team.</li>
<li>Proven capacity to lead teams, build culture, and inspire high levels of engagement and performance.</li>
<li>Strong pedagogical knowledge and experience designing inclusive, engaging, and innovative learning experiences.</li>
<li>Commitment to pastoral care, student wellbeing, and whole-child development.</li>
<li>Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.</li>
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<p>A full position description is available on the <a href="https://www.arndell.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/" rel="nofollow"><strong>College website</strong></a>.</p>
<p><strong>About You</strong></p>
<p>You are a dynamic and experienced educator with leadership experience and a passion for Visual Arts education. You are an individual with a:</p>
<p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p>
<p>At Arndell, you'll enjoy working in a collaborative, respectful, and well-resourced environment. Where you can:</p>
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<li>Be part of a supportive, values-driven team committed to educational equity.</li>
<li>Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.</li>
<li>Access funded professional development and a variety of staff wellbeing programs, including access to an onsite gym.</li>
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