English Coordinator

FLOREY, ACT; Canberra; On-site; AUD 131,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst training program

Curriculum resources

Job summary

St Francis Xavier College in Belconnen, ACT, invites applications for an English Coordinator who will lead staff and student support in teaching and learning, aligning with the college’s mission “Living the truth, leading with courage, learning for life.” The successful candidate will demonstrate curriculum leadership and a commitment to innovation, reporting to the Curriculum Leadership team and the Principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Master of Teaching required.
• WWVP clearance required.
• TQI registration required.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum, teaching and learning across junior and senior studies.
• Provide staff and student support and advice in teaching and learning.
• Report to the Assistant Principals’ Curriculum and Innovation and Teaching and Learning, and to the Principal.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Staff support

Exemplary teaching

Education

Bachelor of Teaching

Master of Teaching

WWVP clearance

TQI registration

Accreditation policy

Job description

6d ago , from Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn

Salary Range: $154,326 plus superannuation
Employment Status: Full-time
Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident
Start Date: 25 January 2027

About St Francis Xavier College

St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.

About the Role

The English Coordinator plays a vital role in the College by providing staff and student support and advice in teaching and learning and creating an environment where teaching and learning are aspirational. The College is seeking a person who is committed to the vision of the College ‘Living the truth, leading with courage, learning for life’ and is invested in and will promote the mission of Catholic Education.

The successful applicant will be an experienced educator, will have demonstrated successful experience in curriculum leadership and will possess initiative, integrity and vision. The Coordinator will provide expert leadership in curriculum, teaching and learning in junior and senior studies, utilising best practice in current research, evidence and innovation to meet the needs of all learners. As a member of the Curriculum Leadership team, the Coordinator will report to the Assistant Principals’ Curriculum and Innovation and Teaching and Learning, and to the Principal in realising the vision and mission of the College.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications and Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

This position involves working with children. Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the College, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Michael Wilkie on 02 6258 1*** or via **************@sfx.act.edu.au
Application queries: Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5*** or via ***********@cg.catholic.edu.au