Head of English – Temporary in Sydney

Head of English – Temporary in Sydney

Sydney Full-Time 58500 - 71500 $ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead the English faculty and inspire students in Years 7-12.
  • Company: Join a supportive Christian school community focused on values.
  • Benefits: Professional development, collaborative environment, and commitment to staff wellbeing.
  • Other info: Opportunity for leadership and mentoring in a Christ-centred learning environment.
  • Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in students' lives through quality education.
  • Qualifications: NESA accreditation and experience in teaching English across stages 4-6.

The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.

  • Head of English (Yrs 7-12) Fulltime – Temporary
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  • Join a supportive workplace of passionate, Christian educators

Our values are Honour, Community and Stewardship

Regents Park Christian School is a Christ-centred learning community based on biblical principles.

The school is co-educational from Years K to 12.

The vision of the school is to support families in educating their children from a Christian perspective.

Regents Park Christian School offers significant professional learning opportunities for staff within a supportive and collaborative professional environment.

Staff wellbeing is a focus, borne out by staff loyalty and satisfaction.

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced educator to lead our English faculty across years 7-12.

This is a temporary full-time position to commence during Term 1, 2027 (subject to mutual agreement).

The successful applicant will model excellent classroom practice, support high-quality curriculum design, and lead evidence-informed approaches to teaching, learning, assessment and feedback.

  • SELECTION CRITERIA
  • Current NESA accreditation and a thorough understanding of the English syllabus across stages 4, 5 and 6.
  • Lead the development, implementation and review of the English programs across Years 7 to 12, with an emphasis on strategic planning for new curriculum delivery and success.
  • Model excellent classroom practice and support staff to deliver high-quality, differentiated learning experiences.
  • Experience and success teaching stage 6 courses to a high standard.
  • Willingness or experience teaching English Extension 1 and 2.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication and organisational skills.
  • An understanding and commitment to student wellbeing and engagement.
  • Commitment to professional learning as well as mentoring and developing teams.
  • A deep understanding of Christian education.
  • Proven ability to lead teams or evidence of training in Educational Leadership is desirable.

ESSENTIAL

  • Applicants must be a committed Christian and be able to obtain a written reference from their current Protestant Christian church minister.
  • A valid NSW Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) must be provided.
  • Applicants must have Citizenship or Permanent Residency with unrestricted rights to work in Australia.
  • CLOSING DATE Monday 16 November 2026
  • We reserve the right to interview and employ someone ahead of the closing date if suitable applicants present themselves.
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Head of English – Temporary in Sydney employer: School: Regents Park Christian School

Regents Park Christian School offers a supportive and collaborative work environment, prioritizing staff wellbeing and professional growth through extensive learning opportunities. The school fosters a Christ-centred community where educators can thrive and contribute to the holistic development of students. With a focus on inclusive practices and strong instructional coaching, it is an attractive employer for dedicated educators.

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Contact Details:

School: Regents Park Christian School Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Head of English – Temporary in Sydney

NESA Accreditation
Understanding of English Syllabus (Stages 4, 5, and 6)
Curriculum Development
Classroom Practice
Differentiated Learning Experiences
Teaching Stage 6 Courses
English Extension 1 and 2 Teaching