Job title: Head of Learning
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Skills: Learning Product Education
Salary type: Annual
Salary: AUD $250,000.00
Job published: 10-03-2025
Job ID: 46353

Job Description

Head of Learning | Shape the Future of Digital Education

A leading K-12 EdTech company is dedicated to empowering students and educators through innovative digital learning solutions.  They are seeking a Head of Learning to drive the vision, strategy, and execution of their global learning content and curriculum strategy, ensuring products are engaging, effective, and aligned with modern educational needs.

About the Role

The Head of Learning will lead a high-performing, agile team of education, content, and product experts to develop evidence-based, scalable learning experiences. This role requires a product-first mindset, balancing learning science, pedagogy, and commercial success to enhance student outcomes. Collaboration across software, product design, and marketing will be key to ensuring seamless integration of learning content within a dynamic EdTech platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and execute a global learning and content strategy aligned with business goals and educational impact.
  • Lead an agile, cross-functional team, applying iterative, data-driven approaches to content development.
  • Champion the use of learning science, UX research, and customer insights to inform instructional design.
  • Drive innovation in pedagogy, curriculum frameworks, and assessment methodologies across multiple regions.
  • Collaborate with software, product, and marketing teams to enhance the overall learning experience.
  • Act as a thought leader, representing the organization’s educational philosophy in the market.

Key Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in EdTech, K-12 publishing, or instructional design leadership.
  • Expertise in learning science, pedagogy, and curriculum frameworks for K-12
  • Strong background in agile methodologies, iterative product development, and data-driven decision-making.
  • A product-focused approach, understanding how learning content integrates into a larger digital platform.
  • Proven ability to scale and lead high-performing teams across content, UX, and product disciplines.
  • Commercial acumen, with experience driving growth, adoption, and engagement through content innovation.

Why Join?

  • A mission-driven, high-growth EdTech company transforming education globally.
  • A flexible, hybrid work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation.
  • Equity bonuses, wellness benefits, and professional development support.
  • A team that values transparency, creativity, and user-centered design.

💡 Ready to lead the future of learning? Apply now or send an email to priya@theonset.com.au and be part of a team that’s redefining digital education.