<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> <i>Head of Speech &amp; Debating</i></p> <p><strong>Location: </strong><i>Amity College Prestons Campus</i></p> <p><strong>Position Type: </strong><i>Part Time</i></p> <p><strong>Start Date: </strong><i>Flexible - Term 4, 2025 or Term 1, 2026</i></p> <p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p> <p>Amity College believes every student can speak with confidence, purpose and impact. The Head of Speech, Public Speaking &amp; Debating drives a whole-school co-curricular program that cultivates effective communication skills and inspires competitive student participation and achievement in public speaking and debating.</p> <p>This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate professional with expertise in speech development, public speaking or debating to establish and grow a whole-school program in a diverse, motivated community, inspiring students to excel in public speaking and debating.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Build and lead the <strong>Co-Curricular Speech Program</strong>, delivering high quality lessons that develop vocal delivery, foster confidence and eloquence in verbal communication</li> <li>Prepare students for the Australian Speech Communication Association (ASCA) examinations</li> <li><strong>Coach students</strong> for competitive participation in<strong> public speaking </strong>and <strong>debating competitions</strong></li> <li><strong>Recruit and mento</strong>r speech teachers as required</li> <li>Organise and <strong>run showcases and events for the school community</strong></li> <li><strong>Actively promote the program</strong> across school community</li> <li>Manage administrative tasks related to competitions and provide supervision and support when accompanying students</li> </ul> <p><strong>Requirements:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualification or experience in speech, public speaking or debating</li> <li>Excellent organisational and communication skills</li> <li>A passion for and commitment to improving student outcomes in effective communication</li> <li>Familiarity with the The Australian Speech Communication Association (ASCA) syllabuses and assessments is desirable</li> <li>Current Working with Children Check</li> </ul> <p><strong>About Us:</strong></p> <p>Amity College is a well-established, independent, non-denominational school in South-Western Sydney with a reputation for academic excellence and a vibrant, inclusive learning environment. We nurture our students’ academic and personal growth while promoting our core values of respect, responsibility, integrity, compassion and excellence.</p> <p>As a multi-campus school with a consistent record of strong HSC outcomes, we foster a culture of high expectations, professional collaboration and continual improvement.</p> <p>At Amity College, you will find a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking culture, together with rich opportunities to grow professionally in leadership, curriculum design and pedagogy.</p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;***</p> <p><i><strong>To Apply</strong></i></p> <p>Please submit your CV and cover letter via seek.com.au. Applications will be assessed as they are received.</p>