<p>Redlands is seeking a passionate and experienced educator to step into the senior leadership role of Deputy Head of Junior School: Learning and Teaching (P-6). This position is a key part of our Junior School Senior Leadership Team, supporting high-quality learning, exceptional teaching, and comprehensive student care across pre-school to Year 6.<br><br> This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the continued success of our Junior School, working collaboratively with staff, students and families to foster a vibrant and inclusive learning environment. If you are a dynamic leader committed to educational excellence and student wellbeing, we invite you to be part of Redlands' inspiring future.<br><br> &nbsp;</p> <ul> <li><strong>5 Year Max Term Contract to start at the beginning of the 2026 academic year.</strong></li> <li><strong>A flexible, supportive workplace focused on our people's growth and development</strong></li> <li><strong>Staff wellbeing support &amp; spaces</strong></li> </ul> <p><br><br> At Redlands, our people are our most important asset. With a culture of excellence, we are a value led, purpose driven workplace. Redlands provides a rich and rewarding experience of work for all staff, with engagement, wellbeing and growth a key priority.<br><br> We have a proud history of developing and growing our people through individualised career growth and professional development, coaching and peer mentoring programs. Invested in your growth and connection from Day 1, new ideas are embraced and approaches that transform the way we work and connect are celebrated.<br><br> Redlands is your place to grow, thrive and belong - to be part of an innovative, connected professional workplace and learning community and to make a difference.<br><br><br><br><strong>About Redlands</strong> - <strong>Our School, Your new Workplace?</strong><br><br> Redlands is an innovative leading Sydney independent school, providing a diverse, co-educational P-12 learning environment with a dynamic and research-based teaching practice. We aim to inspire students to achieve life-readiness and to "let their light shine", through the provision of a world recognised, contemporary education. The School is founded in the Anglican tradition, based upon established Christian values.<br><br><br><br><strong>How we can Support you at Redlands?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Highly competitive, above market remuneration.</li> <li>Individualised professional development opportunities designed to support your career and growth aspirations.</li> <li>A positive, supportive workplace culture.</li> <li>Holistic health and wellbeing resources including a staff representative Wellbeing Committee, use of the Redlands Fitness Centre, weekly staff yoga sessions, onsite health and counselling services and free art workshops.</li> <li>Comprehensive financial planning resources and support.</li> <li>Regular staff connection events to ensure you are part of the Redlands community from day 1.</li> <li>Tuition fee and uniform Discount for eligible Staff.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About this Opportunity</strong><br><br> We are looking for an energised, talented and passionate <strong>Deputy Head of Junior School: Learning and Teaching (P-6)</strong> to join the Redlands team.<br><br> The Deputy Head of Junior School: Learning and Teaching (P-6) is responsible for leading and managing an exceptional academic program and ensuring high-quality learning and teaching across P-6. This role involves supporting the Head of Junior School in pedagogy, curriculum and assessment leadership, implementing a differentiated curriculum, overseeing effective assessment and reporting practices, mentoring teachers, and contributing to the school's overall learning support and enrichment strategy.<br><br><br><br><strong>About you</strong><br><br> The successful applicant will be a highly experienced and passionate educational leader with a strong background in pedagogy, curriculum and assessment for primary-aged students, exceptional instructional and mentoring skills, a proven ability to lead continuous improvement and collaborative problem-solving and a commitment to high academic standards and professional development.<br><br><br> You will have the following <strong>knowledge, experience and skills:</strong><br><br><br><br> · Expertise in pedagogy, curriculum and assessment for primary-aged students.<br><br> · Proven ability to lead the collaborative design, development, implementation and evaluation of a P-6 conceptual program of inquiry within a bespoke transdisciplinary curriculum framework.<br><br> · Experience in implementing high-quality and differentiated curriculum and instructional practices.<br><br> · Strong understanding of rich assessment practices to showcase students' knowledge and understanding.<br><br> · Ability to utilise formative assessment data to develop targeted learning and teaching programs.<br><br> · Experience implementing progressive reporting within a Junior School setting.<br><br> · Knowledge of strategic direction and curriculum development in line with Redlands core strategies, such as the Redlands Learning Platform.<br><br> · Proven experience in leading reviews of teaching and learning programs using various data points.<br><br><br><br><strong>Successful applicants will have the following competencies:</strong><br><br> · Support the Head of Junior School in leading pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment across P-6.<br><br> · Be a proactive member of the Junior School Leadership Team.<br><br> · Enable and sustain a coherent approach to developing a future-focused curriculum program.<br><br> · Initiate and lead collaborative monitoring of individual and cohort student progress to inform teaching adjustments.<br><br> · Mentor and support teachers to improve individual and collective practice, leading continuous improvement.<br><br> · Demonstrate exemplary practice and set high expectations for students and staff, participating in classroom teaching as needed.<br><br> · Contribute to the whole-school approach to learning support and enrichment.<br><br><br><br><strong>How to apply</strong><br><br> Apply now to join our amazing team with your resume (including evidence of your qualifications/transcripts) and a cover letter to tell us why you're the best fit for Redlands!<br><br> Please refer to the Position Description on the Redlands Jobs Board to better understand this exciting opportunity, role responsibilities, and the skills needed to support your success.<br><br><br><br><strong>Closing Application date</strong>: 5pm on Friday, 24th October 2025.</p>