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Are you an experienced academic leader ready to shape the future of English language and secondary education? Acknowledge Education is seeking a passionate and strategic Director of Studies to lead our ELICOS and Senior Secondary programs in Melbourne.In this pivotal role, you''ll guide the academic and operational delivery of our programs, ensuring they meet the highest standards and create meaningful learning experiences for our students. Youll foster a collaborative and innovative academic environment while maintaining compliance with national and international requirements.Key responsibilities include:Leading the planning, scheduling, and delivery of ELICOS and Senior Secondary courses in line with regulatory and accreditation standardsOverseeing curriculum development, ensuring content is current, engaging, and responsive to student needsManaging student enrolment, placement testing, academic progress, and support servicesProviding strong academic leadership to a team of English language and secondary educatorsCreating and managing timetables, teacher rosters, and resource allocationSupporting continuous improvement through quality assurance and stakeholder feedbackRepresenting the programs at events and building positive industry relationshipsWhat youll bring:Proven experience in academic leadership within ELICOS, Senior Secondary, or a similar educational contextStrong student-first mindset, placing learners at the centre of decision-makingConfident in managing curriculum design, regulatory compliance and quality assuranceExceptional organisational and communication skillsEffective in leading, mentoring, and developing a high-performing academic teamCollaborative leadership style, fostering strong relationships across the organisation and beyondWhy work with usOpportunities to grow within the organization$1,500 professional development allowanceIncredibly committed and supportive team of student-centric professionalsFlexibility to work from home during non-teaching hours (For Academic staff)Be part of a fast-growing organization working in an agile environmentAcknowledge Education is part of UP Education group Be part of a leading education provider: usAcknowledge Education is a leading training provider with campuses throughout Australia offering a variety of courses in a range of industries such as health, community services, social work, business, civil construction and hospitality. In our 139-year history in education, we remain true to our mission to stay a challenging, relevant and creative leader in the education industry.True to our name, we acknowledge and celebrate the unique aspirations and achievements of every student. From our roots as an English language school in Victoria, we''ve evolved into a national academic powerhouse, with campuses in Melbourne, Sydney, Perth, and Brisbane educating over 6,000 students every year.To find out more about us, please visit are an equal opportunity employer. As part of our commitment to equity, we work to ensure a fair and consistent interview process. We celebrate diversity and we are committed to an inclusive work environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr