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Director of Learning Support

Sydney Grammar School Edgecliff Preparatory School is a thriving, academically selective, Independent School, located in Paddington in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney.

We invite applications from experienced and dedicated individuals to co-ordinate the Learning Support programme at Edgecliff.

The Director of Learning Support is responsible for the strategic direction, leadership and management of the Learning Support Department K - 6, reporting to the Headmaster, Edgecliff Preparatory School.

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implement/oversee a multi-tiered model of learning support.
• Build capacity of staff to support all students, including those with additional learning needs.
• Implement Universal Screening processes to identify students with additional needs.
• Ensure the School is compliant with relevant legislation including Disability Discrimination Act (DDA) and Disability Standards for Education (DSE).
• Ensure the School is compliant with National Consistent Collection of data for students with disability (NCCD).
• Co-design Individual  Learning/Adjustment and  Education Plans.
• Liaise with external professionals as required.
• Liaise with parents as collaborative partners in the planning and support process.
• Facilitate small group classes for those who need additional learning support or EAL.
• Liaise with teachers to modify curriculum and assessment procedures as required.
• Maintain records and documentation related to individual education plans.
• Lead and manage the Learning Support Department team.
• Manage departmental resources within budget.
• Maintain and enhance the profile of Learning Support throughout the School.
• Develop and use effective assessment and moderation systems.
• Support teachers to achieve the best possible learning outcomes for all.
• Maintain and update the School's Learning Support Register.
• Work closely with the Director of Studies to undertake duties and responsibilities identified as within the remit of Learning Support.
• Carry out all other reasonable requests as made by the Headmaster.

Leadership and Management:

• Provide leadership, co-ordination and administrative support in the ongoing development, implementation and administration of all aspects of the Learning Support programme at Sydney Grammar School Edgecliff Preparatory School.
• Contribute to establishing the core values of the School and their practical expression.
• Be a regular participant in external and internal professional development opportunities, including IPSHA meetings.
• Provide support and guidance to teachers in the handling of day-to-day issues of instruction and implementation of IEPs.
• Work with the Director of Studies to plan and prepare for IEP meetings for staff and parents.

Skills, qualifications and personal qualities required:

• Conversant with current best practice in relevant disability areas including ADHD/ASD/SLD.
• Strong interpersonal skills - able to be a collegial advocate for boys with additional needs.  An active listener who values the experience of colleagues and builds strong collegial connections.
• Experienced primary practitioner.
• NESA registered.
• Current WWCC.
• Sound knowledge of NCCD framework.
• Qualification for Special Education.
• Ability to lead by example.
• Staff management experience
• Strong organisational skills
• Strong communication skills

Please apply in writing by Monday, 19th April, 2021, attaching a covering letter which addresses the responsibilities outlined above, your curriculum vitae and the names and addresses of three referees to:

The Headmaster,                                                       
Sydney Grammar School Edgecliff Preparatory School,
Alma Street, Paddington NSW 2021.                                 
or email to edgecliff@sydgram.nsw.edu.au

Sydney Grammar School is an equal opportunity employer. Persons prohibited from working with children must not apply.