Head of Learning and Teaching

Senior academic role specialising in visual art tertiary education

About the National Art School

The National Art School (NAS) is Australia’s leading independent art school. We are a ‘not-for-profit’ independent Higher Education Institution offering accredited degree programs in Fine Art at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

Our distinctive studio-based teaching model; our outstanding academic faculty; and our dedicated campus support the delivery of exceptional education programs that lead to the outstanding student experience and graduate outcomes for which we are widely recognised.

The NAS campus includes specialised facilities in the studio areas of Ceramics, Drawing, Painting, Photomedia, Printmaking and Sculpture, and core studies in Art History & Theory and Professional Studies.

We currently offer degree courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate level, including a Bachelor of Fine Art (BFA), Master of Fine Art (MFA) and Doctor of Fine Art (DFA). Our updated academic and strategic plans include a commitment to the continued evolution of our courses and subject offerings, with updated degree program structures being implemented from 2026.

NAS is at an exciting phase of development as we seek to consolidate our position as Australia’s leading independent fine art school and extend our international reach and reputation.

Central to the realisation of that ambition is our continuing commitment to the individual development of students through intensive studio-based learning under the guidance of experienced artists and educators. The continued provision of an outstanding student experience ensures we continue to attract attract a diverse range of talented and committed students and provide opportunities that assist our graduates to achieve professional success.

 Head of Learning and Teaching

The National Art School is seeking an outstanding and experienced arts educator to join us as Head of Learning and Teaching.

The successful candidate will provide academic leadership including working closely with the Heads of academic departments and programs to lead the development and implementation of learning and teaching activities of higher education programs. This includes the development and delivery of curricula, the management of departmental staff and the development of learning and teaching resources.

The Head of Learning and Teaching is expected to provide artistic and scholarly leadership through professional example and will have a track record of original and innovative contributions to the advancement of scholarship, research and teaching within their respective field.

The Head of Learning and Teaching will provide leadership and management of the higher education programs of the National Art School in keeping with the strategic priorities of the School.

What you bring to the role

The successful candidate will bring:

• A commitment to academic excellence including the development of innovative and inclusive, student-centered pedagogies.
• Substantial experience of academic leadership including course and curriculum design in the Fine Arts and/or related fields.
• Substantial experience in the development and implementation of Teaching and Learning related policy and practice.
• Extensive knowledge of, and commitment to, ‘best practice’ standards in course development and delivery.
• Extensive knowledge of regulatory standards including the Australian Higher Education Standards Framework (HESF) and Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
• A record of original and innovative contributions to the advancement of scholarship, research and teaching within your field of specialisation.
• Postgraduate qualifications at AQF level 10 or equivalent professional experience.

A competitive remuneration package is available to the successful candidate.

How to Apply

Please visit the National Art School website www.nas.edu.au for more information and to download the position description. 

Please include the following in your application:

• o A covering letter addressing how your experience matches the job requirements;
• o A comprehensive resume citing your academic qualifications and outlining professional experience.

If you have any questions or if we can assist in making the application process more accessible for you, please call Juanita Hyde on 02 9339 8672 or email Juanita.hyde@nas.edu.au.

Please email your application to hr@nas.edu.au

The National Art School is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The closing date for all applications will be Sunday 21 September 2025