Maitland City Council

Education Programs Lead

Located on Wonnarua Country at the gateway to the Hunter Valley, Maitland Regional Art Gallery is a dynamic art gallery serving the community and visitors to Maitland NSW.
Maitland Regional Art Gallery has a dedicated audience with over 120,000 visitors annually making our Gallery one of the most visited cultural destinations in the Hunter-region. Our Gallery presents award-winning exhibitions alongside engaging and varied public programs, educational offerings and an in-depth Arts Health program.

The Opportunity:
Maitland Regional Art Gallery is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Education Programs Lead for a temporary opportunity, to develop and deliver inspiring learning experiences that connect audiences with art, ideas, and community.
As the Education Programs Lead, you will play a key role in developing, delivering, and evaluating a diverse range of high quality educational and public programs that support the Gallery's exhibitions, collection, and strategic vision. You will create meaningful opportunities for audiences to connect with visual arts through workshops, tours, lectures, interpretation projects, public events, and community partnerships.
Working closely with the curatorial team and Deputy Director, you will help drive audience engagement, foster educational partnerships, and contribute to the Gallery's ongoing growth as a leading regional cultural institution.

Your key responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate innovative visual arts education and public programs, including workshops, seminars, lectures, tours, exhibition launches, and special events.
• Design and implement programs that encourage engagement with primary, secondary and tertiary education institutions as well as, universities, community organisations, and other learning institutions.
• Create engaging interpretive resources and learning experiences that enhance access to the Gallery's exhibitions, collection, and services.
• Design and produce educational materials such as education kits, worksheets, exhibition interpretation, and audience resources for schools and community groups.

About you:
To be successful in this role you will hold a Degree qualification in fine art education or other relevant area, couple with a Diploma of Education/ Bachelor of Teaching or extensive experience in a similar role.

You will have extensive knowledge of contemporary Australia visual arts and proven ability to research and interpret art works and exhibitions.
Further, you will hold experience in developing, coordinating and evaluating events, projects and public programs, coupled with high interpersonal skills and communication skills.

Benefits:
This is a part-time, temporary 12-month opportunity, working a 28-hour week over 4 days, with a base salary range of $94,812 - $105,241 prorated + 12% super.
Council also offers a range of other benefits for its employees, including:

• Flexible work arrangements
• 2 weeks' personal leave & 4 weeks of annual leave
• Ongoing training and development
• Fitness Passport
• Healthy Employee Program

This role will commence in early October 2026.

To apply:
To apply for this opportunity, please click 'Apply Now' and submit your resume and cover letter.

Questions:
If after reading the role charter you have any questions, contact Courtney Novak, Acting Gallery Director on 0421 519 547.

Applications close: 23 August 2026
Only candidates with current Australian work rights (Australian citizens, permanent residents, NZ citizens with a current passport, valid work visa) will be considered.

What happens next?
Once applications close, we will review all candidates' details against the role requirements and will be back in touch with you to advise the status of your application.
Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing). Council also completes a range of other pre-employment checks which may include reference checks, psychometric testing or a criminal history check. For more information about the recruitment process, visit the "Jobs at Council" page on our website.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Maitland City Council is dedicated to providing a workplace that is inclusive and supportive and is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We support equal opportunities for all employees, and encourage applications from people from all cultures, nationalities, identities, and abilities. We believe all employees have the right to feel valued, respected and heard. If you have any special considerations or accessibility requirements, please let us know in the recruitment process how we are able to meet your needs.

If you require special assistance, or have any questions about the recruitment process please contact us for a confidential conversation ([email protected])