Curriculum Implementation Officer, English & Literacy at New South Wales Government

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

16 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

English Syllabus Implementation, Curriculum Activities, Evidence Based Advice, Reading Instruction, Curriculum Reform, Correspondence Preparation, Report Preparation, Briefing Preparation, Teaching Material Development, Research Translation, HSC Examinations Support, English Teaching Experience, Assessment Practices, Legislation Knowledge, Policy Knowledge, Literacy Learning Research

Industry

Law Enforcement

Description

Guiding the future of NSW education Position details Senior Education Officer Grade 2 (SEO 2) Full-Time, Temporary approximately 18 months Close to Wynyard station & hybrid work arrangements available About us At the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), we are dedicated to carrying out meaningful work that drives improvements and elevates student achievement across NSW, now and into the future. We accomplish this by supporting all school sectors with high-quality syllabuses, assessment (including managing the HSC and NAPLAN), teaching standards (e.g., accrediting teachers) and school environments (including setting and monitoring school standards). NESA is a unique organisation in NSW (of around 740FTE staff) with significant state-wide impact, visit our website to learn more about the important work we do. About the role This role sits within the Curriculum Implementation directorate which manages the transition from newly developed syllabuses to classroom teaching, providing a structured, phased approach to ensure schools can effectively adopt, teach and embed new requirements. At NESA we are presently focused on an exciting, transformational program of curriculum reform, and this role is a great opportunity to support the work of sectors and schools. The Curriculum Implementation Officer, English & Literacy K-12 provides, advice and support for the English curriculum and literacy initiatives and projects in accordance with Directorate priorities and processes. On a day-to-day basis you will be responsible for: Providing English syllabus implementation advice to NESA Divisions and school sectors Undertaking curriculum activities and projects Providing evidenced based advice in how children learn to read Promoting the objectives, and direction of Curriculum Reform Preparing correspondence, reports, briefings and data in relation to English & literacy and related curriculum implementation activities. Developing teaching material that translates research into practice Providing advice in regard to national and international research that informs best practice in English & literacy learning. Supporting the range of programs and projects that require curriculum support across NESA including HSC examinations. To be successful you will need: Experience teaching the English learning area, including an understanding of how to teach reading. Extensive knowledge of assessment practices and how to use assessment to plan for teaching Tertiary qualifications in education. Extensive working knowledge and understanding of current legislation, policy, research, practices and issues relating to English & literacy curriculum and assessment. Valid Working with Children Check (NSW). Note: A current NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) clearance for paid employment is required before commencing in this role. It is not required at the application stage. The cost of the WWCC clearance is the responsibility of the successful applicant. We invite you to download the role description for additional information on the position. At NESA you will benefit from: An organisation where your contribution has a big impact. An enviable CBD location (all modes of transport nearby, and excellent coffee and eateries) with refurbished offices. Flexible working arrangements and generous leave entitlements. Access to discounted health and fitness memberships via Fitness Passport, an employee assistance program and annual flu vaccinations. Salary packaging options. Working in a purpose driven and ethical organisation with committed colleagues. Ready to join us? Select apply and attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages). Also address the 2 targeted questions below in your online application (maximum of 400 words per response - approximately): Targeted Question 1: Explain how you have drawn on your understanding of key curriculum and assessment legislation, policies, research, practices and/or issues to support teaching and learning in English. Targeted Question 2: Describe a time when you had to apply your communication skills to implement a curriculum initiative aligned to the English K-10 syllabus (2022). What strategies did you use? What was the outcome? Advice on applying for NSW Public Sector roles If you need reasonable adjustments for the recruitment process and workplace, please reach out to recruitment@nesa.nsw.edu.au Close date: 29 March 2026 at 11.59pm AEST Thank you for your interest, we look forward to receiving your application. Important information NESA’s Statement of Commitment to Child Safety All children and young people have the right to be respected, feel safe, be safe, and protected from harm. NESA is committed to child safety and child safe practices underpinning our purpose of helping children and young people leave school, ready to take advantage of life’s opportunities and rise to its inevitable challenges. We particularly welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people of all ages, genders, cultural and linguistic backgrounds and the LGBTQIA+ community. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For ongoing roles, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident. Australian Temporary Residents may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the position. A Talent Pool (valid for 18 months) may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles.

Responsibilities

This role involves providing advice and support for the English curriculum and literacy initiatives, focusing on transitioning newly developed syllabuses into classroom teaching. Key duties include providing implementation advice, undertaking curriculum projects, developing teaching materials, and advising on national and international research related to English and literacy.