Director of Learning - Primary | Teaching & Learning Leadership

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Commencing January 2027 

Lead learning. Develop educators. Drive excellence.

Victory Lutheran College is seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our Primary School as Director of Learning – Primary.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educational leader who is passionate about teaching excellence, curriculum innovation and building the capacity of others. Working closely with the Head of Primary and College Leadership Team, you will provide strategic and instructional leadership across the Primary School, driving high-quality teaching, evidence-informed practice and improved student outcomes.

Position Details

  • Fixed-term leadership appointment (2027-2029) with a protected ongoing 1.0 FTE teaching position. 
  • 0.7 FTE leadership allocation and 0.3 FTE teaching allocation.
  • Position of Responsibility: Category D, Level 2. 
  • Leadership allowance commensurate with experience and expertise.


About the role

The Director of Learning – Primary provides strategic and instructional leadership for teaching and learning across the Primary School. Leading curriculum, pedagogy, assessment, reporting and professional learning, you will play a key role in fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement while ensuring high-quality learning experiences for every student. 

You will:

  • Provide strategic leadership for teaching and learning across the Primary School. 
  • Lead curriculum implementation, review and continuous improvement. 
  • Drive excellence in assessment, moderation, reporting and data-informed practice. 
  • Support teachers through coaching, mentoring and targeted professional learning. 
  • Promote evidence-based teaching practices and instructional excellence. 
  • Lead NAPLAN administration and support the analysis of student achievement data. 
  • Work collaboratively with wellbeing, learning enhancement and secondary leaders to support student success and seamless transitions.
  • Contribute to strategic planning, school improvement and workforce development initiatives. 
  • Model the Christian values and ethos of the College.


About you

You are an educational leader who:

  • Is passionate about high-quality teaching and learning.
  • Demonstrates strong curriculum and instructional leadership experience.
  • Has a proven ability to coach, mentor and build the capacity of others.
  • Uses data and evidence to inform decision-making and school improvement.
  • Builds positive and collaborative relationships with staff, students and families.
  • Is committed to innovation, continuous improvement and professional growth.
  • Supports the Christian ethos and values of Victory Lutheran College.

Appropriate qualifications and current VIT registration (or the ability to obtain it) are required.



What We Offer

At Victory, we invest in our people because we know thriving staff lead to thriving students.

We offer:

  • Highly competitive remuneration and conditions.
  • Reduced face-to-face teaching loads.
  • A supportive and collaborative culture.
  • Extensive wellbeing and professional support.
  • Leadership development opportunities.
  • Structured induction and mentoring.
  • Learning Enhancement support within classrooms.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Fitness Passport access.
  • Staff tuition fee discounts.


How to Apply

1. REVIEW: Review the attached Application Package - Director of Learning Primary, that includes the Position Description and Application Guidelines.

2. EMAIL: Email your application directly to employment@vlc.vic.edu.au with the subject line Confidential - Director of Learning Primary

Include the following (in MS Word or PDF format):

  • a covering letter (no more than 2 pages);
  • your Resume/CV detailing employment history;


APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 9:00am Monday 7 September 2026 (applications reviewed as received)

Application Package - Director of Learning Primary


Child Safety and Requirements

Victory Lutheran College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. All staff are required to adhere to the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and policies.

The successful applicant will be required to hold:

  • Current VIT registration
  • First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or a willingness to obtain these)


VICTORY IS A CHILD SAFE COMMUNITY


Statement of Faith

Victory Lutheran College is a Lutheran school and offers a Lutheran education to all, regardless of background. The College recognises that each person is uniquely positioned to be a blessing in the lives of others, and that leaders have particular influence over those that they are entrusted to lead. All Staff are expected to model and promote a life lived in accordance with the College’s Lutheran faith, in word and action.