Head of English Department

Endeavour College

For more than 25 years, Endeavour College in Mawson Lakes has thrived as a co-educational secondary school, educating young people from Years 7-12 under the umbrella of the Lutheran Church in Australia. Catering to approximately 750 students, we offer an education that prepares them for their future years, whilst leaving lasting and treasure worthy memories.

The College embraces a culture of fostering educational excellence that is immersed in a Christ-centred approach to education. Our mission - 'A Christian environment for each student and staff member to develop their God-given abilities for LIFE and community'.

Our College values of LOVE, COURAGE, FORGIVENESS, and HOPE are upheld through application of The Endeavour Way, and our community values staff who enthusiastically engage in their work as a Christian vocation that is based on caring relationships.

About the role

Head of English Department Role – 5 year Tenure - HOED - Position Description

Full Time, Permanent Teaching Role - Teacher Position Description

Head of English Department will be responsible for the leadership and oversight of staff, resources, curriculum offerings, academic standards and assessment, learning outcomes for the department and resource management.

The Teaching position has the responsibility for the planning, organisation, implementation, and delivery of quality instructional programs within a secondary learning environment and will also have responsibility for a designated Care Group. The successful applicant will be a qualified and experienced teacher, with significant experience teaching English to Stage 1 & 2 students, as well as to students in Years 7-10. Experience and ability to teach Christian Living would be well regarded.

We envision an experienced teacher with a proven record in education, a true passion for English and literature, committed to excellence in Christian co-education, and an understanding of Restorative Practices, and the principles of Lutheran education to join our team.

About you

You will have experience and a thorough understanding of SACE requirements and regulations in relation to the English curriculum with the ability to lead, develop and set the cultural standards for a team of dedicated teaching staff.

You will be a high performing and motivated Lutheran educator, who engages effectively with students, staff, parents and the wider Endeavour College community.

You will have:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelor of Education, etc.)

• Current SA Teacher Registration

• Current Working With Children Check (WWCC)

• Current Risk of Harm, Abuse and Neglect Certificate. RRHAN-EC

• Current Applied First Aid – in an Education environment

• Appropriate qualifications and experience teaching English (Years 7-12 with experience in Stage 1 & 2)

• Excellent communication skills

• Motivation and a passion to work with and support young people on their journey through secondary education.

• Enthusiasm and flexibility with the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment

• Ability and desire to actively support the values and ethos of a Christian school.

All teaching staff are expected to continually engage in professional learning and development to improve teaching knowledge and practices. All work is to be performed in accordance with Australian Institute for Teaching and School Leadership (AITSL) professional standards.

Successful applicants can expect:

• A caring and supportive Christian community environment

• Supportive leadership, and a collaborative team environment

• To be a positive and significant role model for all of Endeavour College

We look forward to appointing a talented and motivated individual to join our College community. If you believe this is you, we encourage you to apply for this role

We do not accept applications via email, and we do not accept applications from recruitment agencies.

Applications close promptly at 9am on Monday 15 September 2025. If you are interested please submit your application early as we will be screening and interviewing within the advertising timeline and may close the advertising early if a suitable candidate is identified.