- Salary Salary commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience
- Subject Head of Department - English
- Job Type Full time
- Country Australia
- Postal Code 4305

Job Description

Head of English | West Brisbane

- Term 1, 2027 start
- Full time permanent opportunity
- Dean of Academics, the Head of Department – English is responsible for the curriculum and pedagogical leadership of the English faculty within the Secondary School
- Independent, non-denominationalday and boarding school
- Known for excellence acrosssport, debating, the arts, literacy, and the sciences
- Reference number | SH#9311

School Profile

Situated in Brisbane's Western corridor, this leading independent school lives by the belief that education is the key to unlocking an individual’s opportunities in life. With a history based upon the principle of aspiring to be the best that they can be, and the boys are characterised by their determination and resilience. Staff enjoy working in a school with a solid educational reputation, offering excellent remuneration and collegial teams.

- Attractive remuneration package based on qualifications and experience
- Additional payment above salary for participating in the extra-curricular program




- Significant school fee discount for permanent staff who have son(s) enrolled at IGS
- Professional Development Week dedicated to the wellbeing of staff and further professional development
- Access to ongoing Professional Learning and Leadership Development Programs
- Opportunity to take on additional responsibilities for experience and shadowing
- Access to counselling services provided by our Access EAP Program and onsite School Counsellor

Requirements

- Relevant tertiary qualifications (Bachelor of Education)
- Hold a current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) or be eligible to obtain one prior to commencement
- Motivation and a passion to work with and support young people on their journey through secondary education
- Appreciation of boys’ education and building meaningful, healthy relationships with young men
- 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 the school
- Working Rights for Australia (or eligible to gain)

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📌 Head of English (Brisbane)
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📍 Brisbane