Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role

HARKE Recruitment ·www.harke.com.au

Location Mildura, Victoria, Australia
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
Leadership - Secondary
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Learning and Coaching Lead (Secondary) Salary Range: $100,000 + super
Type of School: Government Secondary School in Regional Victoria (Mildura)
Contract Type: Full-time | Ongoing
Start: Term 2 or Term 3, 2026

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a well-resourced government secondary school in Mildura, a vibrant regional city located along the Murray River. The region offers a relaxed lifestyle, strong community feel, and access to modern amenities, with convenient travel connections to major cities. Educators are drawn to the area for its lifestyle balance, affordability, and supportive professional environment.

The school is known for its positive culture, strong staff collaboration, and commitment to improving student outcomes through evidence-based teaching practices. Staff are supported through structured induction, ongoing professional learning, and a clear focus on continuous improvement.

About the Role

This leadership role focuses on learning and coaching, working closely with staff to strengthen teaching practice and improve student outcomes. The position involves coaching teachers to refine their classroom practice, embed high-impact teaching strategies, and build consistency across the school. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing staff capability, supporting data-informed teaching, and leading professional learning aligned with whole-school priorities.

This role suits an experienced and confident educator who is committed to coaching others, driving improvement, and contributing to a positive and accountable teaching culture.

Skills and Responsibilities

  • Lead instructional coaching to support teachers in improving classroom practice
  • Maintain a focus on safe, inclusive learning environments that support student wellbeing
  • Use student data to guide teaching improvement and support staff development
  • Collaborate with leadership and teaching teams to implement whole-school strategies
  • Deliver professional learning and coaching that builds staff capability and consistency

Requirements

  • Current or eligibility for VIT registration
  • Full Australian working rights (no sponsorship available)
  • Recent Australian teaching and leadership experience
  • Demonstrated experience in coaching, mentoring, or leading teaching practice
  • Two professional referees and completion of HARKE’s safeguarding onboarding
HARKE Recruitment
This opportunity is suited to experienced educators seeking a leadership role with a strong focus on coaching and staff development. The school is seeking a committed professional ready to contribute long-term within a regional community. HARKE provides a streamlined process, clear communication, and ongoing support to ensure an easy, efficient, and effective placement.

Please contact amy@harke.com.au 

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Who is hiring for the Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role role?
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Where is the Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role job located?
The Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role role with HARKE Recruitment is based in Mildura, VIC, AU.
Is the Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at HARKE Recruitment.
What experience level is the Learning & Teaching Coach - Leadership role role?
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