Education Officer: English K-12

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Training & development

Health & wellbeing programs

Employee referral program

Ex-gratia leave

Job summary

Sydney Catholic Schools in Sydney is seeking a dynamic English Curriculum Lead to strengthen teaching and learning across K-12. You will design and deliver high-quality curriculum resources and professional learning to build teacher capability and evidence-based practice.

The role focuses on explicit teaching, assessment, and collaboration across schools, with the aim of improving reading, writing and communication outcomes for students.

Qualifications

• NESA recognised tertiary qualification in education or teaching.
• Five years English teaching experience in a school.
• Knowledge of the Australian English Curriculum K-12.
• Experience leading staff in professional learning.
• Ability to use data analysis to inform educational initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Curriculum and Innovation team to research, design and implement high-impact English practices.
• Develop and deliver high-quality professional learning for teachers and English coordinators.
• Develop curriculum resources to support English syllabus implementation.
• Build teacher expertise and collective efficacy in evidence-based English instruction and assessment.
• Foster collaboration across primary and secondary schools, especially transition years.

Skills

English teaching

Curriculum design

Professional learning

Data analysis

Leadership

Education

NESA recognised qualification in education or teaching

Tools

Google

Microsoft Office

Job description

Location: Hybrid - World Square, CBD and WFH
Start Date: January 2027
Application Closing Date: Wednesday, 11 November 2026
Employment Type: Full-Time, Temporary (up to 3-years)

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At SCS, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• a competitive annual salary plus superannuation
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About the Role

This role plays a key part in strengthening English teaching and learning across Sydney Catholic Schools. Working in partnership with schools, you will develop and deliver high-quality curriculum resources and professional learning that build the capability of English teachers and coordinators, supporting evidence-informed practice, effective assessment, and excellence in curriculum design.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• collaborating with the Curriculum and Innovation team to research, design and implement high-impact, evidence-based practices in English
• developing and delivering quality professional learning for classroom teachers and English coordinators, with a focus on explicit teaching, effective instructional and assessment practices, and the progressive development of students' English knowledge and skills
• developing and delivering quality curriculum resources that support the effective implementation of the English syllabus
• building teacher expertise and collective efficacy in evidence-based English instruction and assessment to improve student outcomes in reading, writing and communication
• building collaborative practice among teachers and leaders of English across primary and secondary schools, particularly in the transition years
• supporting schools to use assessment and student achievement data to inform teaching, monitor progress and improve outcomes in English
• working closely with the Curriculum and Innovation team to support a consistent approach to the teaching and assessment of English across K-12
• supporting the implementation of system priorities and initiatives that strengthen student achievement in reading and writing
• developing positive attitudes towards English, reading and writing among students, families and teachers
• any other duties as directed from time to time.

About You

To be successful in this position, the following is required:

• a NESA recognised tertiary qualification in education or teaching
• demonstrated practice equivalent to Highly Accomplished or Lead level of the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• a minimum of five years English teaching experience in a school
• a deep knowledge of the English Curriculum K-12
• experience in leading staff in professional learning
• demonstrated success in improving student outcomes and implementing school-wide initiatives
• experience in using data analysis to inform educational initiatives
• demonstrated ability to articulate contemporary educational trends in both local and international contexts
• proficiency in Google and Microsoft Office Suites
• a willingness to respect, support and uphold the mission, ethos and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of Sydney Catholic Schools.
• five years of middle leadership experience in a school
• experience leading the development of student literacy K-12
• a current driver's license and access to a car
• knowledge of Catholic Systemic Schools/Systems
• a practising Catholic with demonstrated commitment to the teachings of the Church and active engagement in a Catholic faith community.

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Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.