Domain Leader - Science

Domain Leader – Science | Full-Time | 2027

Location: Melbourne Inner East, VIC
Start: January 2027
Employment: Full-Time
Leadership: Science Department / Curriculum Leadership
Salary: In accordance with the Victorian Catholic Education Multi Enterprise Agreement, plus applicable leadership allowance

2027 Salary & Conditions

Updated salary and employment conditions for Victorian Catholic schools are expected for 2027, with further remuneration details to be available once the new agreement is finalised.

About the School

HARKE has partnered with a highly regarded Catholic girls' school in Melbourne's inner east. The College combines a strong academic culture with contemporary teaching practice, student wellbeing and a clear commitment to innovation and lifelong learning. Staff work within a collaborative professional environment focused on strong curriculum, high-quality teaching and positive relationships with students, families and colleagues.

About the Position

The College is seeking an experienced Science leader to take responsibility for the strategic and operational leadership of its Science Department.

This is suited to an educator who is already working in a comparable curriculum or faculty leadership position and has demonstrated experience leading a department, team or significant Science portfolio.

The successful candidate will oversee curriculum development and implementation, support pedagogical best practice, lead and develop Science staff, and maintain strong academic standards across the learning area.

Experience with the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) or Middle Years Programme (MYP) would be advantageous but is not essential.

Skills and Responsibilities

• Lead the Science Department, including curriculum planning, implementation, assessment and continuous improvement.

• Provide pedagogical leadership and support Science teachers to deliver consistent, high-quality classroom practice.

• Maintain strong standards of student safeguarding, wellbeing and professional conduct across the department.

• Communicate effectively with staff, students, families and senior leaders regarding curriculum, achievement and departmental priorities.

• Lead, mentor and develop Science staff while contributing to broader College curriculum and strategic priorities.

Requirements

• Current registration with, or eligibility for registration with, the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).

• Demonstrated experience teaching Science within a secondary school setting.

• Current or recent experience in a comparable Science, Faculty, Domain or Curriculum Leadership position.

• Demonstrated responsibility for leading a department, curriculum area and teaching team.

• Strong knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and contemporary Science pedagogy.

• IB PYP and/or MYP experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

• Full Australian work rights.

• Ability to support the values and ethos of a Catholic school community.

• Two professional referees and completion of HARKE's onboarding and safeguarding requirements.

What HARKE Does

HARKE Recruitment partners with schools across Australia to connect educators with permanent and fixed-term opportunities. HARKE provides an easy, efficient and effective recruitment process, supporting educators from initial interest through to interview and appointment.

To Apply

Submit a current CV and brief cover letter outlining:

• Current Science or curriculum leadership responsibilities

• Size and scope of the department or team currently led

• Experience leading curriculum, pedagogy and staff development

• Science teaching areas and senior secondary experience

• Any experience with IB PYP or MYP

This position is particularly suited to established Science leaders already responsible for leading a department or substantial curriculum area.