English Coordinator

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Canberra; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Catalyst professional learning

Parental leave 24 weeks

Parental leave 14 weeks

Professional development support

Wellbeing program Flourish

Opportunities to transfer within Arch/

Job summary

St Francis Xavier College in Belconnen, ACT, is seeking an experienced English Coordinator to lead teaching and learning, support staff and students, and drive curriculum across junior and senior studies. The role supports the college vision and Catholic Education guidelines.

The successful candidate will bring curriculum leadership experience, initiative and integrity, and a clear instructional vision. This is a full-time position with start date 25 January 2027 and eligibility aligned to

Qualifications

• Experienced educator with curriculum leadership experience.
• Initiative, integrity and vision in teaching and learning.
• Commitment to Catholic Education and school mission.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Staff support

Education

Bachelor of Teaching

Master of Teaching

Job description

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 Principal 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

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.