Job Description
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Influence literacy, learning and academic excellence acrossthe School
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Lead a talented team of specialist English teachers
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Shape a cohesive and ambitious English curriculum fromYears 7–12
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About the Role
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English sits at the heart of learning at Canberra GrammarSchool, connecting every student, every year.
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We are seeking an inspiring and strategic Head of English tolead the next chapter of English education at CGS. This is anexceptional chance to shape a rigorous, engaging and inclusiveYears 7–12 curriculum across the IB Middle Years Programme, IBDiploma Programme and NSW Higher School Certificate.
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The successful candidate will play a pivotal role instrengthening the implementation of MYP Language and Literature andcreating a purposeful transition into senior pathways. You willchampion outstanding teaching, thoughtful curriculum design and thedevelopment of confident readers, writers, speakers and criticalthinkers.
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As Head of English, you will lead a team of dedicated specialistteachers, build a culture of professional ambition and sharedaccountability, and ensure excellence in every Englishclassroom.
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About You
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You will have a genuine love of English, literature andlanguage, and the ability to inspire it in students and colleagues. The will lead and grow a team of specialist teachers, withcredibility and generosity. Your high standards and sound judgementin curriculum, assessment and the selection of textswillshine. You will also have a commitment to inclusive excellence,with the conviction that every student can grow as a reader, writerand speaker.
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Design, develop and maintain an English curriculumprogramme that meets the needs of all students in the Schoolfrom Year 7 to Year 12
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Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, includingthe ability to advise and liaise across all levels of anorganisation and with parents and guardians
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Provide strategic leadership within their domain that isexplicitly aligned to CGS100 and to the framework or frameworksgoverning their area of responsibility
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Contribute to whole-School alignment across academic,co-curricular, wellbeing and operational domains with coherenceand clarity of purpose
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Make evidence-informed decisions and maintain disciplinedplanning,



review and accountability cycles within theirdomain
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Take active responsibility for the performance, developmentand wellbeing of the people they lead
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Foster a culture of shared accountability, professionalambition, mutual respect and continuous improvement withintheir team
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Manage the human, financial and physical resourcesentrusted to their domain with care, rigour andtransparency
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Represent CGS with authority, credibility and care ininternal and external forums
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Lead by example in the teaching of English across the ageand ability range of the School
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Represent the Faculty in Work Health and Safety matters andlead the safe conduct of Faculty excursions, competitions andevents
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Demonstrated success teaching English across the secondaryyears and the senior pathways, including the IB MYP, the IB DPand the HSC
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Demonstrated capacity to lead curriculum design, assessmentand moderation in English
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Demonstrated capacity to lead, develop and hold accountablea team of teachers, including through the Professional GrowthCycle
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Demonstrated use of performance data to improve studentoutcomes
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Excellent written and spoken English, effectiveinterpersonal communication and strong technologicalliteracy.
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Personal Attributes
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A genuine love of English, literature and language
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The vision and energy to inspire students andcolleagues
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The credibility, warmth and generosity to lead and grow atalented team
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High standards and sound judgement in curriculum,assessment and text selection
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A reflective, collaborative and courageous approach toleadership
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A commitment to inclusive excellence and the convictionthat every student can grow as a reader, writer, speaker andthinker.
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All team members at CGS are required to have:
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A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
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A current National Police Check
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Full working rights within Australia.
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Benefits for you
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As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additionalbenefits, including:
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A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 13.5%(for permanent team members)
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Staff awards program and generous professional developmentfunding
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Attractive salary packaging arrangements
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Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
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Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
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Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenzavaccinations
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24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
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14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent teammembers)
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School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
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Onsite parking
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Working at CGS
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At Canberra Grammar School, you will join a vibrant, welcomingand forward-thinking educational community where ambitious ideasare encouraged and exceptional teaching is valued.
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You will have the opportunity to shape a Faculty, influencelearning across the School and contribute to the future ofeducation at CGS. Our educators are supported to innovate, deepentheir practice and make a meaningful difference while placingstudent learning and wellbeing at the centre of everything theydo.
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How to Apply
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Please refer to the Information Pack below and click the 'Apply'button and submit the following documents:
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Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in thePosition Description)
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Resume/CV
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Canberra Grammar School is committed to safeguarding andpromoting the welfare of children. All applicants will undergochild-safety screening and recruitment checks in accordance withthe School's Child Safe policies.
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Applications will be assessed as they are received, andthe vacancy may close before the advertised closing date if asuitable candidate is identified.
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Attachments:
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