This is a STL3 - Improvement as Learning Lead role with Department for Education, South Australia based in Adelaide, SA, AU Department for Education, South Australia Role Seniority - mid level More about the STL3 - Improvement as Learning Lead role at Department for Education, South Australia Department for Education Job reference: 838503 Location: 5000 - ADELAIDE Job status: Short Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone Why work with us Every child and young person deserves a great education. We have a strategy that aims to unlock every child’s potential now and into the future, one that in partnership with learners, students, parents and the wider South Australian community will build a world-leading public education system. One that is equitable and prioritises learning and wellbeing. Together we will make our education system the best it can be. When our children and young people thrive, so do our communities and our state. About The Role The Improvement as Learning Lead plays a key role within a high performing team, delivering strategic project management to support the design, implementation, embedding and evaluation of the Improvement as Learning model across schools and preschools. In partnership with the Director, Improvement and Tailored Support, the Improvement as Learning Lead develops and nurtures collaborative relationships with school leaders, education directors, local education teams, and divisional leads. The Lead facilitates evidence-informed analysis of data, identifies strengths and barriers, and supports school teams to implement targeted improvement strategies. The Improvement as Learning Lead focuses on enabling empowered leadership, promoting effective teaching, and creating optimal conditions for student learning and continuous improvement. The Lead demonstrates a strong understanding of school improvement processes and their direct impact on student outcomes, consistently applying a solution-focused and collaborative approach. Qualifications Essential: Current full teacher registration. Desirable: Nil Special conditions The successful applicant is required to gain a Department for Human Services (DHS) working with children check (WWCC) prior to being employed which is required to be renewed every five years before expiry. The incumbent will be required to undertake RRHAN-EC (Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education Care) Facilitator Lead (Masterclass) extended course or the online (Fundamentals) course which will be required to be updated every three years. You will need a current driver’s license and be willing to drive. For all other Special Conditions please refer to the attached Position Description. Remuneration STL3 $147,851 per annum (1.0 FTE) superannuation (12%) Enquiries Enquiries can be directed to Kristy Mason, Manager, Tailored System Support, via tel: (08) 8226 1844 or email: education.tailoredsystemsupport@sa.gov.au Application instructions Applications should be made through the IWorkForSA website. Applicants are required to submit a CV, the Application Cover Sheet, Employment Declaration, and a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing the key competencies in the attached position description. People of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander descent and/or those who have a disability are strongly encouraged to apply. Additional Note This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position offered on an initial 9-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension. Applications close: 31/03/2026 11:30 PM Attachments Application Cover Sheet - STL.pdf How to Apply - STL.pdf Job Application Guide - STL.pdf STL3 - Improvement as Learning Lead - Position Description - March 2026.pdf VL233 Pre-employment declaration.pdf Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department for Education, South Australia team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Delivering strategic project management Developing collaborative relationships Facilitating evidence-informed analysis Key Strengths Current full teacher registration A Final Note: This is a role with Department for Education, South Australia not with Hatch.
