Head of English Faculty, Years 7-12

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Position No: 695490

Applications Close: 01/09/2025 5:00 PM

Occupation: Other - Position of Responsibility

Work Type: Permanent - Full Time , Other

About BGS

Founded in 1882, Brighton Grammar is an Anglican school passionate about developing, inspiring and guiding each boy to achieve his personal best in every way. The school's evidence-based teaching and learning processes, supported by a research centre, attracts the best minds in education.

In the Secondary School, we strive to instil a culture of excellence and achievement by encouraging each boy to strive for his personal best in every endeavour. Students are encouraged to push boundaries, to contribute and to become involved in a diverse range of programs across academics, the arts, sport, music, outdoor education and community service. As an educator in our Secondary School, you will play a key role in supporting the development of our boys as you engage with them in areas beyond the classroom.

The role

Applications are currently invited from experienced and/or aspirational leaders to join our Secondary School teaching and learning team in the position of Head of English Faculty, Years 7-12.

Commencing January 2026, you will be responsible for ensuring an ongoing approach to teaching a knowledge-rich English curriculum in line with the principles of the science of learning (in particular, core principles of instruction and cognitive load theory). Guided by the wider school academic strategy, you will be leading a high-performing team to ensure the best learning outcomes for all boys at BGS. As a Head of Faculty, you will ensure a focus on strategic goals regarding student achievement, teacher engagement and performance.

In addition to the role of Head of Faculty, you will also have a teaching load commensurate with the position. Note: an ongoing teaching contract will be offered to the successful applicant. The position of responsibility will be offered on a tenured basis for four years in accordance with our policy.

Key result areas

This broad leadership position includes, but is not limited to, the following key responsibilities:

• Oversee the quality of instruction for the faculty, with a focus on the science of learning and Rosenshine's Principles of Instruction.
• Ensure that assessments are valid, authentic and appropriately reported. This includes both summative and formative assessment, while supporting staff to teach responsively as misconceptions or gaps in knowledge are identified.
• Lead and manage staff within the faculty, including chairing regular team meetings, conducting classroom visits, overseeing staff administration, managing interpersonal issues, and collaborating with curriculum leaders to address parent concerns and performance issues.
• Ensure curriculum documentation, based on the Understanding by Design framework, is complete and accurate.
• Manage the physical resources for the faculty, including budgets, classroom equipment, capital forecasts, technology requirements and the provision of appropriate resources.
  
  

For a more in-depth understanding of the position, please refer to the position description.

Why work for us?

• Fantastic opportunity to lead a team within our faculty structure.
• Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to be involved in our instructional and leadership coaching programs.
  
  

We are proud of our culture at Brighton Grammar and invite you to hear more about it from some of our current staff here: Work at Brighton Grammar School

Want to find out more?

To view the position description or to apply, click on the relevant link below.

For enquiries, please contact the Human Resources Team via careers@brightongrammar.vic.edu.au.

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

Applications close: 5pm, Monday 1 September 2025.

Brighton Grammar School is fully committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct.

Attachments

• Head of Faculty PD_August2025_FINAL.pdf

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