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 to lead the next chapter of English education at CGS. This is an exceptional opportunity to shape a rigorous, engaging and inclusive Years 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 in strengthening the implementation of MYP Language and Literature and creating a purposeful transition into senior pathways. You will champion outstanding teaching, thoughtful curriculum design and the development of confident readers, writers, speakers and critical thinkers.

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As Head of English, you will lead a team of dedicated specialist teachers, build a culture of professional ambition and shared accountability, and ensure excellence in every English classroom.

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About You

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You will have a genuine love of English, literature and language, and the ability to inspire it in students and colleagues. The will lead and grow a team of specialist teachers, with credibility and generosity. Your high standards and sound judgement in curriculum, assessment and the selection of texts will shine. You will also have a commitment to inclusive excellence, with the conviction that every student can grow as a reader, writer and speaker.

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- Design, develop and maintain an English curriculum programme that meets the needs of all students in the School from Year 7 to Year 12
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- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to advise and liaise across all levels of an organisation and with parents and guardians
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- Provide strategic leadership within their domain that is explicitly aligned to CGS100 and to the framework or frameworks governing their area of responsibility
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- Contribute to whole-School alignment across academic, co-curricular, wellbeing and operational domains with coherence and clarity of purpose
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- Make evidence-informed decisions and maintain disciplined planning, review and accountability cycles within their domain
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- Take active responsibility for the performance, development and wellbeing of the people they lead
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- Foster a culture of shared accountability, professional ambition, mutual respect and continuous improvement within their team
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- Manage the human, financial and physical resources entrusted to their domain with care, rigour and transparency
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- Represent CGS with authority, credibility and care in internal and external forums
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- Lead by example in the teaching of English across the age and ability range of the School
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- Represent the Faculty in Work Health and Safety matters and lead the safe conduct of Faculty excursions, competitions and events
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- Demonstrated success teaching English across the secondary years and the senior pathways, including the IB MYP, the IB DP and the HSC
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- Demonstrated capacity to lead curriculum design, assessment and moderation in English
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- Demonstrated capacity to lead, develop and hold accountable a team of teachers, including through the Professional Growth Cycle
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- Demonstrated use of performance data to improve student outcomes
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- Excellent written and spoken English, effective interpersonal communication and strong technological literacy.
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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 and colleagues
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- The credibility, warmth and generosity to lead and grow at a talented 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 to leadership
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- A commitment to inclusive excellence and the conviction that every student can grow as a reader, writer, speaker and thinker.
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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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Advantages for you

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As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, 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 development funding
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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 influenza vaccinations
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- 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
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- 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
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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, welcoming and forward-thinking educational community where ambitious ideas are encouraged and exceptional teaching is valued.

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You will have the opportunity to shape a Faculty, influence learning across the School and contribute to the future of education at CGS. Our educators are supported to innovate, deepen their practice and make a meaningful difference while placing student learning and wellbeing at the centre of everything they do.

📌 Head of English (Canberra)
🏢 Canberra Grammar School
📍 Canberra