Head of Learning Support (Primary)

Aitken College (see more jobs from this school)

Greenvale, VIC 


Head of Faculty / Department

Teaching Subject: Diverse Learning / Special Needs

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 30 October 2026


Aitken College seeks a Head of Learning Support (Primary) commencing in January 2027. This ongoing teaching position includes a 3-year fixed-term leadership role overseeing primary learning support.

<p>Aitken College invites applications from suitably qualified teachers with leadership experience, for the position of Head of Learning Support (Primary), commencing in January 2027.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Head of Learning Support (Primary) is responsible for developing a whole-school approach to identifying and supporting students with additional needs or requiring additional support in order maximise the educational experience for these students.&nbsp;The Head of Learning Support (Primary) is expected to demonstrate leadership through exemplary teaching practice and to foster creativity. The Head of Learning Support (Primary) will contribute to the implementation of the College's Strategic Plan within the Learning Support Team, facilitating a culture of innovation, continuous improvement and next practice.</p> <p>The&nbsp;Head of Learning Support (Primary) is a fixed-term Position of Added Responsibility (PAR) reviewed on a three-year cycle with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be offered an ongoing substantive teaching position at the College.</p> <p>At Aitken College, we are committed to a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and innovation to&nbsp;provide our students with the best possible opportunities.</p> <p>Aitken College is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational, independent school in association with the Uniting Church located on 18 hectares in Greenvale.</p> <p><strong>Your application must include:</strong></p> <ul> <li>A covering letter introducing your yourself. You must specify your qualification for Learning Support which may include inclusive education, special education or equivalent experience.</li> <li>Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) including your qualifications, teaching and leadership experience and professional associations/memberships.</li> <li>The names and contact details of three professional referees.</li> <li>Evidence of a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.</li> <li>Evidence of your right to work in Australia.</li> </ul> <p>To access the&nbsp;<strong>Head of Learning Support (Primary)&nbsp;</strong>Position Description go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us" rel="nofollow">https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us</a></p> <p>To&nbsp;<strong>Apply</strong>&nbsp;please go to:&nbsp;<a href="https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us" rel="nofollow">https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us</a>.</p> <p><strong>Applications will close at 4.00pm on Friday, 30 October 2026</strong>&nbsp;addressed to Mr James Phillips, Executive Director: People and Culture.&nbsp;Applications must be submitted via the Employment section of our website. Applications will be considered as they are received, so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.&nbsp;</p> <p>For general enquiries, please contact People and Culture on 03 9333 9100.</p> <p>Aitken College is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational, independent school in association with the Uniting Church located on 18 hectares in Greenvale. We are determined to be a school that inspires everyone to do their personal best, in service to themselves and other people. To achieve this, our focus is on inspiring excellence as a personal goal so that students find their calling and develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions to pursue their own ambitious goals. Equally, we believe that developing character matters because when we challenge young people and take them out of their comfort zone, what they develop alongside new skills and knowledge might not be assessable, but it matters greatly.</p> <p>Aitken College is a child safe workplace. All staff must comply with the College's Child Safe policies and related policies and procedures, taking all reasonable steps to promote the safety of children. The Aitken College Child Safety Policy is available on the school website –&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aitkencollege.edu.au/child-safety" rel="nofollow">https://www.aitkencollege.edu.au/child-safety</a>.</p> <p>For further information about Aitken College, please visit: <a href="https://aitkencollege.edu.au/" rel="nofollow">aitkencollege.edu.au</a>.</p> <p>We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for interview will be contacted by phone.</p>