Head of Visual Arts

Arndell Anglican College is a vibrant, P-12 Christ-centred learning community, through which Jesus is made known. The College prides itself on our high-quality pastoral care, academic development, and Christian programs. For our staff this means that we are driven by a passion to know who we are as a community and to do what we do well.

Situated on 30 acres between Rouse Hill and Windsor, Arndell caters for a growing population of almost 1300 students – with over 500 in Junior School (Prep to Year 6) and just under 800 in Secondary School (Years 7 to 12). Students are encouraged to grow in their individual abilities and interests within a learning environment that promotes optimism, respect, and ownership.

Position Overview

At Arndell Anglican College we are seeking an innovative and visionary Head of Visual Arts to lead our dynamic Visual Arts faculty commencing Term 1 2026. This is a key leadership opportunity for a passionate educator who is committed to fostering creativity, excellence, and inclusive learning in a collaborative and future-focused environment.

As the Head of Visual Arts, you will oversee curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment, and faculty development. You will lead by example in promoting a culture of high expectations, student engagement, and cross-disciplinary collaboration, aligned with the College’s commitment to Christian values, pastoral care, and educating the whole child.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery, and evaluation of high-quality Visual Arts programs, ensuring curriculum alignment, progression, and differentiation for all learners.
• Support and mentor staff in pedagogy, assessment design, practical implementation, excursions/incursions, and resource development.
• Collaborate with the Diverse Learning and Wellbeing teams to support the needs of all students, including contributions to IEPs, behaviour support, and risk management planning.
• Drive professional learning within the Visual Arts department, guiding staff development through collaborative planning, data analysis, goal setting, and accreditation support.
• Coordinate co-curricular initiatives related to the arts and lead department-wide projects, exhibitions, and events.
• Manage department resources, budgets, and equipment to ensure effective delivery of programs.
• Promote cross-curricular collaboration and contribute to whole-school strategic priorities as a key member of the Secondary Academic Leadership Team.

A full position description is available on the College website.

About You

You are a dynamic and experienced educator with leadership experience and a passion for Visual Arts education. You are an individual with a:

• Proven capacity to lead teams, build culture, and inspire high levels of engagement and performance.
• Strong pedagogical knowledge and experience designing inclusive, engaging, and innovative learning experiences.
• Commitment to pastoral care, student wellbeing, and whole-child development.
• Excellent organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

What We Offer

At Arndell, you'll enjoy working in a collaborative, respectful, and well-resourced environment. Where you can:

• Be part of a supportive, values-driven team committed to educational equity.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
• Access funded professional development and a variety of staff wellbeing programs, including access to an onsite gym.

Please provide a letter of application outlining your experience as it relates to the position and what you would bring to the role (no more than two pages), along with your CV and the names of at least three referees, one of whom should be your current Church Minister, where applicable.

Mark applications to the Headmaster, Arndell Anglican College and email to [email protected].

Applications close: Friday, 4 July 2025

Access the full position description on our website. For further information please contact Jodie Woods, Director of Business Services, 02-4545 2485.

Employment screening of successful applicants will apply including verification of the Working With Children Check, which may occur prior to interview. Arndell Anglican College is a child safe organisation, all members of staff are required to comply with applicable child protection legislation and are responsible for ensuring that the College’s Child Safe Program is at the forefront of all they do. Arndell Anglican College is an equal opportunity employer and an Anglican Schools Corporation school.

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