Permanent Full Time
Commencing Term 1, 2027
Established in 1998, Penrith Anglican College seeks to nurture and develop empowered learners
with strength of character who know and follow Christ and serve others. Throughout its history, the
College has established itself as a place of academic rigour and care, producing graduates who
reflect the College's values of compassion, integrity, courage, humility and perseverance. We are
experiencing continued, strong enrolment growth across the College as we increase the number of
streams in Primary and Secondary. A new purpose-built Visual Arts, Science and Technology
building is currently under construction, opening in Term 1 2027.
Position Title Head of Technologies
Department Secondary School
Award/Agreement Remuneration, duties and conditions will be as per the Independent
Schools NSW (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025.
Leadership Leadership 2
Allowance
Status Permanent Full Time
Reporting To Director of Studies
Key Working Secondary Leadership Group, Teaching and
Relationships Support Staff in Technologies, VET Co-ordinator, Head of Gifted and
Talented Secondary, Head of Learning Support, Head of Administration
and Finance.
Teaching Load The teaching load and any allocations will be determined annually by the
Principal and will reflect the learning, wellbeing, cultural, community and
administrative responsibilities of the role.
Role Summary
The Head of Technologies is a key leadership role at the College, responsible for the strategic
oversight and development of Technological and Applied Studies within the Secondary School. This
includes leading the implementation of curriculum and fostering innovative, contemporary teaching
and learning practices across technology disciplines.
As both a leader and classroom teacher, the Head of Technologies nurtures students’ ability to learn,
guiding them in design thinking and problem-solving while supporting their academic and pastoral
development. Central to the role is promoting creativity, critical thinking and engagement through
hands-on experiences with traditional and emerging technologies.
The role also includes leading and mentoring teaching and support staff, supporting professional
growth and facilitating learning aligned with curriculum reform and emerging trends. In addition, the
Head of Technologies oversees the effective management of specialist classrooms and workshops,
ensuring safe, compliant and future-focused learning environments.
