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Position details
· Senior Education Officer Grade 2
· Full-time, temporary – up to 30 June 2026
· Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available
About the role
The Subject Matter ExpertVisual Arts 7–10 is responsible for providing expertise to support the syllabus development for the curriculum reform process. The role involves providing leadership and advice regarding the development of the Visual Arts 7–10 syllabuses. The role requires working collaboratively with the team of Subject Matter Experts across the eight learning areas to ensure that there is consistency and coherence in the alignment of the Visual Arts 7–10 syllabuses with expected standards of achievement and sequencing across all syllabuses.
At NESA we are presently focused on an exciting, transformational program of curriculum reform, and this role is a great opportunity to lead the work of passionate educators.
On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for:
· providing strong and effective leadership of the development of the Visual Arts 7–10 syllabuses in relation to the curriculum reform process.
· preparing reports, briefings and data in relation to the evidence base that supports appropriately sequenced and quality Visual Arts development to support syllabus development.
· providing high level advice and expertise regarding the expected levels of Visual Arts in 7–10 aligned to the findings of the Curriculum Review.
· working collaboratively with Subject Matter Experts across key learning areas and cross curriculum teams to ensure cohesion, alignment and quality in the development of syllabuses.
· providing advice in regard to national and international research that informs best practice in Visual Arts 7–10 learning.
Download the role description.
About us
At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) we work with the NSW community to drive improvements in student achievement.
We achieve this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards).
To find out more about the important work we do for NSW visit our website.
Ready to join us?
Select apply and attach an up-to-date résumé and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application:
Q1: Describe a recent situation where it was important for you to identify, understand and consider the needs and perspectives of others. How did this influence the outcome of the situation?
Q2: Outline how you have managed a project recently and worked with stakeholders to deliver a positive outcome.
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Close date: Sunday, 19 May 2024 at 11.59pm AEST
Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application.
Important information
We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and refugees.
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position.
A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles.
