We are seeking an innovative and effective leader with outstanding interpersonal skills to fill the role of Head Learning Area - English. This role is with our long-standing client, a K-12 Independent School in Keysborough.
**Benefits include**:
- Generous salary package (experience dependent)
- A close-knit and inclusive school culture that values collaboration and innovation.
- State-of-the-art classrooms that provide a dynamic environment for interactive learning.
- Continuous professional development opportunities to enhance your teaching skills and career growth.
- Supportive colleagues and mentors who value your unique contributions
- Staff wellbeing & recognition programs
- Staff social activities & events
- Career advancement opportunities
**About the role**
As the Department Head - of English, you will work collaboratively with members of the Executive and Leadership Team to provide educational leadership in the school and the community by developing and promoting the school vision and encouraging school staff, volunteers from the community, and others to share ownership of the school's vision and goals in respect of the relevant area of responsibility.
The school environment is visually very beautiful with landscaped gardens, state-of-the-art sporting and classroom facilities, a large library, computer labs, science labs, shaded outdoor areas, a theatre room, and many more modern conveniences. The student-teacher ratio is impressive, and a dedicated and experienced wellbeing team supports students and staff.
**About You**
You are dedicated, and passionate and possess the following:
- Strong leadership qualities to provide critical support to the Head of Department and effectively lead the department's staff.
- Communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to implement initiatives, project delivery, and change management.
- A high degree of technical knowledge and a commitment to ongoing professional learning.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to advise and liaise across all levels of an organization and with parents and guardians.
- The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff and lead others.
- Administrative and organizational skills.
- Commitment to the full life of an Independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities outside of regular hours.
**About you**
- Bachelor's degree in education or a related field (Master's preferred) - VIT registered
- Proven experience teaching VCE English with encouraging results
- Confidence in delivering the curriculum outcomes and planning outstanding lessons that engage and extend the students.
- The ability to work collaboratively with staff and parents
- Proven ability to incorporate technology into the curriculum
- Have unrestricted work rights in Australia
If you are considering a career change or finding your feet in the sector - speak to one of our Early Years Talent consultants today.
**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent
**Salary**: $88,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Childcare assistance
- Employee discount
- Employee mentoring program
- Salary packaging
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
**Education**:
- Bachelor Degree (preferred)
**Experience**:
- primary teaching: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- VIT Registration (preferred)
Work Location: In person