<p><strong>Status:</strong> 2 Year contract position</p> <p><strong>Commencement Date: </strong>Term 1, 2026</p> <p><strong>Position Location: </strong>Burgmann Anglican School, Valley Campus, The Valley Ave, Gungahlin&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Line Management: </strong>This position is responsible to the respective Head of Faculty, then to the SS Director of Learning and Teaching, the Head of Senior School and ultimately the Principal.</p> <p><strong>About Burgmann Anglican School</strong></p> <p>Burgmann Anglican School is a vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming educational community dedicated to inspiring excellence and nurturing the holistic development of students from Early Learning Centre (ELC) through to Year 12. Situated across two picturesque campuses in Gungahlin and Forde, we pride ourselves on creating an environment where individuality is celebrated, and every child feels a deep sense of belonging.</p> <p><strong>Why Choose Burgmann?</strong></p> <p>At Burgmann Anglican School, we value our staff and recognise their critical role in shaping our vibrant community. Joining our team means you'll enjoy:</p> <ul> <li>Competitive remuneration packages</li> <li>Professional development opportunities to support your growth and career aspirations</li> <li>A supportive and inclusive culture that values teamwork, respect and diversity</li> <li>Free onsite parking at both our beautiful campuses</li> <li>Priority enrolment for your children in both the school and our highly regarded Early Learning Centre</li> </ul> <p>We are deeply committed to providing comprehensive support that promotes the wellbeing and professional excellence of all our staff. Come and be part of a community that truly values and invests in you.</p> <p><strong>Assistant Head of Faculty Duties</strong></p> <p>An Assistant Head of Faculty is responsible for;</p> <ul> <li>Supporting the Head of Faculty, particularly with the administrative requirements of the faculty.</li> <li>Contributing to, setting and achieving faculty goals.</li> <li>Collaborating to lead faculty processes including BSSS compliance, learning and assessment requirement, moderation processes, differentiation.</li> <li>Support the organisation of faculty specific events, including competitions, carnivals, information events, sharecases, excursions, enrichment activities.</li> <li>Enable effective and consistent use of the Learning Management System (The Portal) across the faculty.</li> <li>Providing support for personalised plans as relevant to your faculty.</li> <li>Communicate with parents regarding faculty matters.</li> <li>Engage with professional networks.</li> <li>Other duties as directed by the Head of Faculty or Head of Senior School.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Teaching Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Use a broad range of teaching strategies to deliver quality programs that are inclusive of all students and are responsive to their learning strengths and needs.</li> <li>Establish a rapport with students to create inclusive, supportive and cohesive learning environments.</li> <li>Work collaboratively with colleagues.</li> <li>Communicate with colleagues, students and parents in a respectful, effective and professional way.</li> <li>Actively participate in the school’s co-curricular program, providing appropriate duty of care and supervision.</li> <li>Participate in the pastoral care program and if required, teach a Pastoral Care class.</li> <li>Actively participate in professional learning activities aligned with the school’s priorities.</li> <li>Other duties as required.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Selection Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>An appropriate 4 Year Education Degree and registration with the ACT Teacher Quality Institute.</li> <li>Demonstrated passion for effective learning and teaching.</li> <li>Experience as a secondary teacher.</li> <li>Demonstrated leadership skills/experience in pedagogy and curriculum development.</li> <li>Demonstrated capacity as an instructional leader.</li> <li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Strong administration and organisational skills, including in the use of School Box.</li> <li>Willingness to deliver professional learning to teachers.</li> <li>Interest in, and willingness to explore, innovative practices.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Salary, Terms and Conditions</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will be employed under the Independent Schools (Teachers) Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025, as a Level 1 leadership position.</p> <p>The Assistant Head of Faculty may be required to be present on the campus before and beyond the regular timetabled day and during non-term time.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Application</strong></p> <p>Applicants should provide the following documents:</p> <ul> <li>Covering letter, addressing the criteria listed above and outlining how you would approach the position (no more than 3 pages in length).</li> <li>Curriculum vitae (no more than 4 pages).</li> <li>A certified copy of your academic transcript.</li> <li>Teacher Quality Institute registration.&nbsp; More information about registration is available at <a href="http://www.tqi.act.edu.au/registration" rel="nofollow">http://www.tqi.act.edu.au/registration</a>.</li> <li>Working with Vulnerable People check.</li> <li>Details of three professional referees, preferably one referee should be the applicant’s current minister.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Applications close:</strong> COB Wednesday, 15 October 2025<br><strong>An early application is advised as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.</strong></p>