At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead digital learning strategy and enhance teaching through innovative technology.
- Company: Join Barker College, a leading independent school with a vibrant community.
- Benefits: Enjoy professional development, supportive culture, and a focus on wellbeing.
- Other info: Dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and contribution to student life.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education by driving digital innovation and collaboration.
- Qualifications: Experience in digital learning and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 $ per year.
Barker College is currently seeking an Assistant Director – Digital Learning & Innovation based at our Hornsby campus. This will be a Permanent Full-Time (1.0FTE) role commencing 1 January 2027. Barker College runs an orientation event for new staff on 20 January 2027, prior to the whole staff returning for Professional Development on 22 January 2027.
The Assistant Director – Digital Learning & Innovation provides strategic and operational leadership for digital learning across the School. Working within the Teaching Innovation Team, the role connects digital platforms, curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and professional learning to strengthen the quality and impact of teaching and learning.
The successful candidate will:
- Lead the development, implementation and ongoing review of the School’s digital learning strategy.
- Provide leadership and educational governance for Canvas LMS, assessment, mark books and feedback workflows.
- Lead research-informed approaches to digital pedagogy and build teacher capability through professional learning, coaching and collaboration.
- Provide educational leadership for the purposeful use of digital tools and devices for learning.
- Work closely with Heads of Department and teaching teams to understand needs, support change and strengthen effective practice.
- Evaluate digital tools and emerging technologies to ensure their use is educationally purposeful, sustainable and aligned with School priorities.
- Collaborate closely with ICT and other teams to ensure digital platforms and services effectively support teaching and learning.
- Contribute to wider Teaching Innovation initiatives spanning curriculum, professional learning, assessment, research and innovation.
We are seeking an accomplished and highly effective classroom practitioner with demonstrated experience in digital learning, teaching innovation or educational technology. The successful candidate will bring strong educational judgement, excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to lead change and build productive relationships across educational and technical teams.
ABOUT BARKER COLLEGE
Barker is a leading independent coeducational school at the forefront of educational thought, visionary leadership and excellence. An Anglican Day and Boarding School, originally established in 1890, Barker is situated in Hornsby on the leafy Upper North Shore of Sydney. Barker College is a fully coeducational school from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
WHY WORK AT BARKER COLLEGE
At Barker, we aim to be an engaging place of work where all staff are valued and nurtured through a dynamic professional learning community. We encourage and support all our teaching and support staff to be lifelong learners, to be inspired and be supported to thrive in their roles through ongoing professional learning, research and self-reflection. Quality teaching and learning drives the pursuit of supporting the School’s strategic vision of being a leading educational institution that inspires global hope. Staff are highly aligned to the School values of Commitment, Compassion, Courage, Integrity and Respect and take pride in making a positive contribution to student life within and beyond the classroom.
CANDIDATE EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Successful applicants will be expected to support the Mission, Vision and Values of the School. Barker College is an Anglican School and applicants for this position will need to demonstrate sympathy with and support for the School’s Christian values. Barker College is a child safe organisation and all statutory checks and references are required prior to confirmation of employment. A NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and a National Police Check will be required. Barker College is committed to a safe work environment and all staff members work within our WHS Policy & Procedures and other relevant documentation. Barker College will require all Teaching Staff to provide evidence of their Tertiary Qualifications and have an understanding of and experience in relevant NESA syllabus documents and teacher accreditation requirements. All teaching staff participate in the School’s extensive Pastoral Care and co-curricular programs. The ability to coach sports is highly desirable.
Assistant Director - Digital Learning & Innovation in Hornsby employer: Barker College
Barker College is an exceptional employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, where educators are empowered to inspire the next generation of innovators. Located in Sydney, the school offers extensive professional development opportunities, allowing teachers to grow their skills while contributing to a supportive community focused on student welfare and engagement. With a commitment to excellence in education, Barker College provides a rewarding environment for passionate educators looking to make a meaningful impact.
