Head of Faculty

Applications for this position close: 9.00am Monday 25 November 2024. Although we reserve the right to make
- Ongoing, full-time position to commence in Term 1, 2025
- Professional and values-driven culture
- Commitment to professional learning

Who we ar e
Discover a 100-year legacy of educational excellence, connection and opportunity at Canberra Girls
Grammar School (CGGS).

CGGS is an independent, non-selective Anglican school. For close to a century, it has provided students from
across the world with a comprehensive and well-rounded education. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital,
and now spanning three campuses, CGGS provides a world-class educational and co-curricular offering. Perfectly
positioned at mid-sized with just over 1300 students, the School is co-educational from Early Learning to Year 3,
then female-focused through to Year 12.

In working at CGGS, you will be inspired by the founders of Canberra’s first independent school to contribute and
leave your mark on generations to come. You will work alongside a dedicated team and will feel genuinely
supported by a values-driven workplace committed to educational excellence. We are steadfast in our belief that
diversity is a strength, fostering an inclusive and equitable community where all voices are heard and valued.

Our students are diligent and hardworking, creating an environment in which all can grow and achieve. With
access to contemporary facilities and a commitment to professional development, you will also have the
resources you need to lead, design and implement quality teaching and learning experiences for our students.

CGGS is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection
screening and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents can be
downloaded from the CGGS website or are available from the School.

All staff must:

- Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of

Conduct and complete regular training in Child Protection standards.
- Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
- Ensure that their interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
- Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in their charge.
- Act as a positive role model for children and young people.
- Must hold, or have the ability to obtain, a current Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP).

The position
The Head of Humanities at Canberra Girls Grammar School is a critical leadership role responsible for ensuring
will be dedicated to ongoing curriculum development, with a focus on improving student learning outcomes and

classroom experiences. This role requires an innovative and proactive approach to curriculum design and a
compassionate leadership style to inspire a team of professional educators.

Geography, Global Studies, History, Legal Studies, and Philosophy. A practitioner of any or a combination of these

As the Head of Faculty, you will manage all elements of the courses offered within your faculty, including junior
(MYP and Australian Curriculum) and senior curriculum (BSSS and IBDP), associated administration, and
relationships with key stakeholders. Working collaboratively with the Senior School's Academic and Pastoral
Management teams, you will be responsible for driving your faculty's strategic direction within the framework of
the School's Strategic Design.

Continuous professional development of the faculty staff, curriculum, and pedagogy are critical components of
Canberra Girls Grammar School, we are dedicated to providing challenging, enriching, and supportive teaching at
all levels, and we are seeking a dynamic leader to help us continue this tradition of excellence.

This is an ongoing, full-time position to commence in Term 1, 2025. A full position description can be found on
the Employment page of our website: employment.cggs.act.edu.au

Wor king at CGGS: The details

Your key benefits:

- Competitive remuneration packages (above award salary + super).
- Discounted fees.
- Free onsite gym and heated pool.
- Free morning tea twice a week.
- Salary sacrifice options.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Flu vaccinations.

Your professional advancement:

- Authentic and practical leadership development opportunities.
- Significant time allowances for leadership positions.
- A generous professional learning budget.
- Support for Graduate teachers, Experienced Teacher accreditation and pathways to Highly

Accomplished and Lead Teacher certification.
- Opportunities to be part of committees to learn and grow.
- Annual TQI accredited courses and compliance training.
- Active research and conference presentation opportunities.
- Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement.
- First Aid training.

How to apply

1: Cover letter
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