<p><strong>Who We Are</strong></p> <p>Our Mission: Inspired by the Maronite Sisters of the Holy Family, we accompany our students in the realisation of their potential.</p> <p>Our Vision: We challenge our community to grow in faith, strive for excellence and transform the future.</p> <p>Our Values: Resilience, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Faith</p> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>MCHF is seeking an outstanding educational leader to join our College as Leader of Learning - English for Secondary. Reporting to the Deputy Principal - Teaching and Learning and Head of Curriculum, this middle leadership position provides strategic leadership for the English faculty, driving excellence in curriculum, pedagogy, assessment and student achievement across Years 7-12.</p> <p>This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for an accomplished English educator who is passionate about leading high-performing teams, fostering a culture of academic excellence and inspiring a love of literature, language and learning. The successful applicant will lead curriculum innovation, support staff growth and ensure students are equipped with the literacy, critical thinking and communication skills needed to thrive in a contemporary world.</p> <p><strong>About You</strong></p> <p>You are a highly collaborative and student-centred educational leader with a deep understanding of contemporary English curriculum and evidence-based teaching practices. You are committed to achieving outstanding learning outcomes and can effectively lead, mentor and inspire teachers to deliver engaging and high-quality learning experiences.</p> <p>You are a strategic thinker with exceptional interpersonal skills and a commitment to continuous improvement. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are passionate about building teacher capability, supporting student success and contributing to a culture of excellence within a Catholic learning community.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the strategic direction, development and continuous improvement of the Secondary English faculty.</li> <li>Oversee the implementation, evaluation and review of English curriculum and assessment programs across Years 7-12.</li> <li>Ensure effective delivery of NESA syllabus requirements and contemporary teaching and learning practices.</li> <li>Lead faculty planning, assessment moderation, reporting processes and curriculum compliance.</li> <li>Analyse student achievement data to inform faculty priorities and improve learning outcomes.</li> <li>Mentor, coach and support English teachers, including graduate and early career educators.</li> <li>Foster a culture of collaboration, professional growth, innovation and accountability within the faculty.</li> <li>Support the implementation of differentiated learning strategies to meet the needs of diverse learners.</li> <li>Manage faculty resources, budgets and learning environments effectively.</li> <li>Build positive partnerships with students, parents and staff to support academic success and student growth.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Skills and Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Demonstrated leadership experience within a secondary school setting.</li> <li>Relevant teaching qualifications and the ability to teach English in a secondary context.</li> <li>Strong knowledge of NESA curriculum, assessment and reporting requirements.</li> <li>Proven ability to lead curriculum improvement and drive student achievement outcomes.</li> <li>Experience mentoring, coaching and developing teaching staff.</li> <li>Strong understanding of contemporary literacy instruction and evidence-informed pedagogical practices.</li> <li>Excellent communication, relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.</li> <li>Ability to use data effectively to inform teaching, learning and faculty improvement initiatives.</li> <li>Commitment to the mission, values and ethos of Catholic education.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Benefits</strong></p> <ul> <li>Leadership opportunity within a growing and future-focused Catholic school community.</li> <li>Opportunity to shape the strategic direction of English teaching and learning across the Secondary School.</li> <li>Collaborative and supportive Teaching and Learning leadership team.</li> <li>Ongoing professional learning and leadership development opportunities.</li> <li>Opportunity to make a lasting impact on student achievement, literacy development and staff growth.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why choose MCHF</strong></p> <ul> <li>Mentoring and coaching provided.&nbsp;</li> <li>Opportunities for career advancement and professional development.</li> <li>Staff engagement program with opportunities to access perks from points accumulation through Perkbox and other initiatives.</li> <li>Fitness passport available.</li> <li>College Gym access.</li> <li>Personal support for employees through the Employee Assistance Program.</li> <li>Parking availability and close to public transport including light rail.</li> </ul> <p><strong>WE HAVE PERKBOX!</strong><br> We believe in looking after the people who power our College. That’s why we give everyone who joins access to Perkbox. It’s part of our commitment to look after you beyond just the pay packet.</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Applications should include a résumé and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities, along with your reasons for seeking the position. To request a copy of the role description, please email <a href="mailto:employment@mchf.nsw.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Learning%20-%20English%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">employment@mchf.nsw.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications should be submitted via our <a href="https://mchf.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/" rel="nofollow">job board </a>accessible on our <a href="https://mchf.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/" rel="nofollow">College website</a>.</p> <p>Details of at least two referees will be requested from the successful applicant.</p> <p>If this opportunity is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply promptly. Applications will be assessed as they are received, so we recommend not waiting until the closing date.</p> <p>Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview.</p> <p><strong>CLOSING DATE: 9 OCTOBER 2026</strong></p> <p><strong>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CHECK AND WORKING RIGHTS</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant for this position will be required to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check clearance. Applicants must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident or hold a visa with appropriate working rights.</p> <p>To recruiters who want to assist – Thank you, we are managing this in-house.</p>