KSC 1: Demonstrated experience in providing strategic ICT leadership within a complex educational or organisational environment, including the capacity to develop and implement long-term technology strategies and roadmaps aligned with organisational priorities, strategic plans and aligned with Department of Education policy.
KSC 2: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective ICT governance frameworks, manage technology projects through structured planning and delivery processes, and strengthen business continuity, cyber security and operational risk management across ICT functions aligned with Department of Education policy.
KSC 3: High-level knowledge of ICT infrastructure, enterprise systems, software development environments, cloud-based services and network operations, together with the capacity to provide effective oversight of technical operations and external service providers.
KSC 4: Demonstrated understanding of contemporary educational technologies and e-learning environments, including the ability to support and enhance online, blended and distance education delivery through scalable and innovative ICT solutions.
KSC 5 : Highly developed people leadership, communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to lead organisational change, build collaborative relationships with executive leadership, technical staff, teachers and external stakeholders, and promote a culture of continuous improvement and responsive service delivery.
This position includes school holiday attendance.
The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Manager provides strategic leadership, governance and operational oversight of ICT services across the Victorian School of Languages (VSL), ensuring alignment with Department of Education policies and the School Strategic Plan.
The ICT Manager will work with the school leadership team to guide how technology supports teaching, learning, collaboration and organisational effectiveness across VSL's diverse face-to-face, online and distance education programs.
The role is responsible for developing and implementing a long-term ICT strategy that delivers secure, reliable and innovative technology services while supporting the evolving needs of students, teachers and administrative staff. This includes leadership of digital learning initiatives, cyber security, business continuity planning, infrastructure development and ICT service delivery.
Working closely with school leaders, teachers, technical staff and external service providers, the ICT Manager will identify emerging technologies including AI and translate them into practical, sustainable solutions that enhance educational outcomes and operational efficiency.
The ideal candidate will combine strong leadership and stakeholder management skills with strategic thinking, technical expertise and a commitment to continuous improvement. They will view technology as an enabler of excellence helping teachers teach, students learn and the organisation thrive.
The IT Manager will:
Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Develop and implement an ICT Strategy and Roadmap aligned with the schools Strategic Plan.
- Provide expert advice to the Principal and Leadership Team on ICT strategy, investment and emerging technologies.
- Establish governance frameworks for ICT projects, systems and service delivery.
ICT Operations & Infrastructure
- Oversee the performance, security and reliability of all ICT infrastructure, systems and cloud services.
- Lead infrastructure planning to ensure scalability and sustainability for future organisational growth.
- Manage software implementation, system upgrades and technology lifecycle planning.
Cyber Security & Risk Management
- Lead cyber security initiatives in accordance with Department of Education requirements.
- Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery plans.
- Identify, assess and mitigate operational and organisational ICT risks.
Project & People Leadership
- Lead and coordinate ICT staff, contractors and external service providers.
- Ensure ICT projects are delivered using effective planning, governance and project management methodologies.
- Build productive relationships with school leaders, teachers and support staff to ensure technology meets educational and operational needs.
Digital Learning & Innovation
- Evaluate and implement innovative digital learning technologies that strengthen blended and online learning.
Promote continuous improvement and a culture of innovation across ICT services.
Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.
The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).
Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via [email protected]
Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.
Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy
The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:
https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview
Applicants for positions of special schools and special development schools holding an approved special education qualification is desirable but not a pre-requisite for this position.
Warringa Park School is a specialist school located in Hoppers Crossing. The school population is drawn from the City of Wyndham and caters for students aged 5 to18 years who have a diagnosed intellectual disability ranging from mild to profound. Warringa Park is a P-12 school organised around the three stages of learning - the lower, middle and upper years. The Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC) is offered in the later years. Our school currently has an enrolment in excess of 700 students situated over four campuses. Our Cayleys Road Campus, located in Werribee South, holds our Year 10-12 VPC students as well as a flexible learning program for our Year 7-12 students. A year 7 to 9 campus is situated on the grounds of The Grange P-12 College in Bethany Rd. Our new campus located at Polly Parade Tarneit opened in 2023 and caters for our foundation and lower primary students from Prep to Grade 3. Warringa Park School promotes and values excellence in education for students with additional learning needs. There is collective efficacy amongst teaching staff that all students in our school can learn and want to learn and by working together we can make a difference to their learning achievements. The school provides a balanced and personalised curriculum where improved learning outcomes in English, Mathematics and Science are seen as integral to the achievement of successful post school options. The learning growth of students is charted using ABLES and The Victorian Curriculum. A high level of student engagement and improved student learning is being achieved by integrating eLearning into teaching and learning practice. Our school prides itself on our work within the science and technology curriculum. Warringa Park School is a 1:1 iPad school and is one of 24 schools selected nationwide as an Apple Distinguished School. Our purpose is to provide a stimulating, safe, challenging, and flexible learning environment where student achievement is acknowledged and celebrated. The school provides facilities and centres of learning which are spacious, bright, and well-resourced to meet the needs of the 21st century learner. There is a strong focus on student well- being and building effective home school partnerships.
