Head Teacher English

Asquith Girls High School is committed to developing learners who are independent and responsible learners and leaders, able to work cooperatively as future citizens. The school prides itself on its holistic approach to education and enjoys a high standing in its community. There are many opportunities for students to achieve personal excellence in the areas of academic studies, sports, leadership, performing and creative arts, citizenship, and co-curricular activities. The effective implementation of PERMA, Restorative Justice and Mediation practices, and the Asquith Individualised Mentoring Coach initiative continue to be our major priorities in our future-focused teaching and learning culture for every student to achieve and thrive. The excellent academic and extra-curricular achievements of our 600 students, not only reflect the hard work but also the dedication of our caring and professional staff. Our school community is highly engaged and contributes to whole school decisions and endorses the school's Strategic Directions. In 2026 the school will transition to a co-educational setting starting with years 7, 9 and 11.

Additional information about the school, including the Annual Report 2024 and Asquith Girls High School Strategic Excellence Plan are available on the school's website: http://www.asquithgir-

Applicants must satisfy the teacher training and academic qualification requirements for this position. In addition to the general selection criteria,

• Demonstrated ability to lead improvement in English 7–12 through strategic curriculum and assessment design that embeds differentiation, task adjustment, and high potential and gifted education to drive equity, excellence, and expanded participation in Advanced and Extension courses.
• Proven capacity to lead and inspire a faculty culture of high expectations, professional growth, and collaboration, ensuring consistency, accountability, and clear evidence of impact on student learning and engagement.
• Deep understanding of literacy pedagogy and its pivotal role in whole-school improvement, with the ability to lead initiatives that strengthen reading, writing, and critical thinking across all stages and subject areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with the school leadership team, respect and engage learners and their families, and foster strong relationships that support a cohesive, inclusive, and high-performing school culture.
• Visionary, solution-focused leadership with the capacity to identify and remove barriers to student participation and success, driving sustainable improvement and positioning English as a flagship faculty within the school and the HSC landscape.

1. Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice

2. Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs

3. Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams

4. Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents

5. Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning

6. Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy

An unconditional full approval to teach is a requirement. If you do not hold a full approval to teach with the NSW Department of Education, you are required to commence the application process at the same time as you apply for this teaching opportunity.

The Eligibility Requirements for Head Teacher Positions in NSW Government Schools are located here.

Applicants are to include details of their WWCC clearance number as part of this application.

About the NSW Department of Education

The Department of Education is the largest provider of public education in Australia with responsibility for delivering high-quality public education to two-thirds of the NSW student population. We welcome applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse groups, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees and people with disability. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better enable you to shine, please contact the Diversity and Inclusion Team ) or visit NSW Department of Education Diversity and Inclusion

New merit selection application guidelines for classroom teachers, executives and principals have been introduced to provide greater clarity to applicants and selection panels. The guidelines are located here. To ensure that your application complies with the guideline page limits, your attachments must be in PDF format.