Assistant Head of English (Commencing Term 1, 2027)

St Patrick's College, Strathfield · Strathfield, NSW

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

English

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Secondary

Salary range

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Closing date

10 August 2026

13 days remaining
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About St Patrick's College, Strathfield

Enrolment

1,598

Total students

Staffing

130.2

Teaching FTE

53.7

Non-teaching FTE

ICSEA

1,126

ICSEA value

91st percentile · Higher SES

Diversity

44%

EAL/D Background

1%

Indigenous students

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

We are seeking an outstanding educator and aspiring curriculum leader to join our English Faculty as Assistant Head of English, commencing Term 1, 2027.

This important middle leadership role supports the Head of English in leading curriculum development, teaching and learning, staff development and student achievement across Years 5–12. The successful applicant will contribute to faculty improvement initiatives, support the professional growth of colleagues and help drive excellence in student outcomes through high-quality teaching and evidence-informed practice.

This opportunity is ideally suited to an experienced English teacher looking to further develop their leadership capabilities while contributing to a collaborative and high-performing faculty.

This is a Permanent Full-Time teaching position with a three-year (1-point) promotional appointment as Assistant Head of English (2027–2029).

The Assistant Head of English supports the Head of English in the effective leadership of the Faculty and assists in ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and curriculum outcomes for students.

Working collaboratively with faculty staff and College leaders, the successful applicant will contribute to curriculum development and implementation, support faculty initiatives, assist in analysing student achievement data and foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.

The successful applicant will be an excellent classroom practitioner with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to achieving exceptional outcomes for both students and staff.

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