Head of Department - English

• Lead one of the School’s largest successful academic departments 
• Inspire and develop a dedicated and experienced team of passionate educators 
• Champion a love of literature, language and learning

The King’s School, North Parramatta is seeking an exceptional and experienced educational leader to become its next Head of English, leading the future direction of English teaching and learning across Years 7–12.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a highly successful and established English Department, building upon a strong culture of academic excellence while continuing to strengthen teaching practice, curriculum, staff capability and student achievement.

English at King’s has a sustained record of outstanding academic performance. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to build upon this strong foundation, providing the vision and educational leadership required to ensure that English at King’s remains innovative, rigorous and ambitious for every student.

The King’s School introduced the IB Diploma Programme in 2025. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to contribute to the ongoing development and delivery of the IB English curriculum as part of a dual pathway offering.

Please note, this is a permanent full-time opportunity commencing in Term 1 2027 at The King's School in North Parramatta.  

ABOUT THE ROLE
As Head of English, you will provide strategic and educational leadership for English across Years 7–12, with responsibility for the quality of teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, staff leadership and student …