Manager, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Support Program

• Lead inclusive practice.
• Strengthen specialist support.
• Make a meaningful difference to the educational experience of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students.

Strathcona is seeking an experienced and collaborative educational leader to lead our Deaf and Hard of Hearing support program and build on the School’s reputation for excellence, inclusion and innovation in Deaf and Hard of Hearing education.

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced Teacher of the Deaf who is passionate about ensuring Deaf and Hard of Hearing students have equitable access to learning, participation, connection and opportunity across all aspects of school life.

Commencing 27 January 2027 on a full-time ongoing role with a POR and Teaching component.

About the Role

Working collaboratively across the School, you will lead a multidisciplinary team and provide strategic leadership to ensure students receive high-quality, evidence-informed educational support.

You will play an important role in strengthening inclusive practice and staff capability across Strathcona, while building meaningful partnerships with students, families, the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community, professional networks and external specialists.

About You

You will be an experienced and highly collaborative educator who combines specialist knowledge with strong leadership, sound professional judgement and a genuine commitment to inclusive education.

You will bring integrity, professionalism and empathy to your work and have the ability to build trusted, productive relationships across a diverse school community.

You will be resilient, solutions-focused and comfortable managing multiple and competing priorities. Most importantly, you will demonstrate a genuine commitment to diversity, inclusion and equitable access to learning and participation.

This is an opportunity to provide specialist leadership in an area central to Strathcona’s commitment to inclusive education. You will have the opportunity to influence practice across the School, develop the capability of others and help ensure Deaf and Hard of Hearing students are supported to participate, contribute and thrive.

Please refer to the position description for further details.

How to Apply

Applicants are invited to submit a current curriculum vitae and brief cover letter outlining their experience and areas of expertise.

Applications close on Monday 23 November 2026. However, applications will be assessed as they are received. Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date.

Shortlisted candidates invited to interview and will be required to provide evidence of relevant qualifications, registration and suitability to work in a child-safe school environment.

Child Safe Standards

The School is committed to ensuring child safety. The School has zero tolerance for child abuse and will treat very seriously all allegations and concerns. In line with this commitment to child safety, the School has put in place policies and procedures to uphold the Victorian Child Safe Standards. These standards aim to promote child safety, prevent child abuse and set up processes to properly respond to allegations of child abuse.