<p>Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a Catholic Independent Girls’ School and is acknowledged as one of the leading schools in Australia. Our academic, cultural, sporting and pastoral programs are all integral to the holistic education of our students.<br><br> We aim to produce young women who are well educated, well-informed and able to thrive in a fast changing world; young women who have a strong personal interest in actively shaping a positive future for their community, be it local, national or global.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The position</strong></p> <p>Loreto Toorak invites applications from experienced and talented educators to join our dedicated team in the position of&nbsp;<strong>Head of Learning Diversity&nbsp;</strong>commencing Term 1 2026. This opportunity is offered as a full time, ongoing substantive position as Teacher with a three-year leadership appointment.</p> <p>The Head of Learning Diversity is responsible for leading the development and implementation of strategies that ensure inclusive educational practices, support diverse learning needs, and promote equitable opportunities for all students. This position focuses on creating a learning environment where every student, regardless of their learning differences or abilities, is able to thrive and reach their full potential.</p> <p>Importantly this position is responsible for linking curriculum and pastoral teams in the effective and coordinated support of student needs. Fostering creative and innovative thinking among colleagues while managing staff, supporting their growth and development, and managing the resources and programs in their area will be required.&nbsp;</p> <p>For more details on the responsibilities, please refer to the detailed position description.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>To excel in this position, you will need:</p> <ul> <li>Relevant post graduate qualifications and current VIT registration</li> <li>A deep understanding of inclusive education differentiated instruction and evidence-based practices to support diverse learners</li> <li>Excellent leadership skills and experience leading and managing high performing teams</li> <li>Experience leading curriculum development, pedagogy and curriculum implementation</li> <li>Highly developed interpersonal skills, negotiating, influencing and communication skills</li> <li>High levels of digital literacy</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why work at Loreto Toorak?</strong></p> <p>Joining Loreto Toorak means joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative community. Our commitment to a shared purpose which empowers&nbsp;and motivates students and staff to use their individual gifts with confidence, creativity and generosity is at the heart of our culture. We offer rewarding careers, professional development opportunities, excellent workspaces and facilities and access to wellbeing programs.&nbsp;</p> <p>If this sounds like the position for you then don’t hesitate, apply online now by clicking the ‘apply’ button.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close 28 July 2025. Applications will be reviewed on submission and interviews may commence prior to closing date, so don't delay if the position is of interest to you!</strong><br><br><i>Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is a child safe employer, committed to the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children and young people. All staff are expected to actively contribute to a child safe culture and uphold the School’s Child Safeguarding and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct. In accordance with the&nbsp;Worker Screening Act 2020 (Vic.), all applicants engaged in child-related work must hold a valid Working with Children check or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT). These will be sighted, verified, and recorded as part of the recruitment process.</i></p>