English Learning Leader (5-12)

Sacre Coeur; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional Growth

Wellbeing & Connection

Work-Life Balance

Facilities & Access

Job summary

Sacré Cœur in Melbourne is seeking a dynamic English Learning Leader (5–12) to champion excellence across the English faculty. The role is a full-time, ongoing teaching position with a four-year leadership tenure, and VCE English and VCE Literature experience is an advantage.

The successful candidate will foster inclusive learning, empower student agency, and lead a high-performing team through collaborative planning, differentiated pedagogy, and clear communication to support student

Qualifications

• VCE English and VCE Literature experience is an advantage.
• 4-year Leadership tenure position.

Responsibilities

• Foster inclusive learning: Provide leadership where diverse voices thrive and students engage deeply with texts.
• Empower student agency: Use differentiated pedagogy to promote ownership, curiosity, and critical thinking.
• Collaborate with purpose: Contribute to a high-performing team built on trust, innovation, and shared growth.
• Adapt with professionalism: Respond flexibly to student needs and digital shifts with optimism and skill.
• Bring proven expertise: Demonstrate success in leading a team.
• Deliver curriculum-aligned learning: Provide leadership in the design of engaging experiences grounded in deep subject knowledge.
• Communicate with clarity: Use excellent interpersonal, written, and organisational skills to support learning and collaboration.

Skills

Foster inclusive learning

Empower student agency

Collaborate with purpose

Adapt with professionalism

Bring proven expertise

Deliver curriculum-aligned learning

Communicate with clarity

Job description

A Vocation of Purpose, Connection, and Excellence

At Sacré Cœur, our commitment to education is deeply rooted in the Sacred Heart Goals and animated by our Strategic Plan. We empower students to thrive in a dynamic and complex world—nurturing not only academic excellence but also spiritual depth, compassionate leadership, and a lifelong sense of purpose. Grounded in our rich tradition and guided by the values of Excellence, Purpose, Care, Hope, and Connection, our Future Fit Framework ensures every student is equipped with the skills and knowledge to flourish in contemporary society.

A Relational Community for Staff

Joining Sacré Cœur means becoming part of a relational community where staff are valued and supported. We foster a culture of collegiality and shared purpose, aligned with our Sacred Heart commitment to building community.

Sacré Cœur is seeking dynamic and future-focused English Learning Leader (5-12) who embodies our Sacred Heart Goals and contributes meaningfully to our strategic vision. This role is central to fostering excellence in the English faculty.

About The Role

Full Time | Ongoing Teaching Role with 4-year Position of Leadership tenure

VCE English and VCE Literature an advantage

The Successful Candidate Will

• Foster inclusive learning: Provide leadership where diverse voices thrive and students engage deeply with texts.
• Empower student agency: Use differentiated pedagogy to promote ownership, curiosity, and critical thinking.
• Collaborate with purpose: Contribute to a high-performing team built on trust, innovation, and shared growth.
• Adapt with professionalism: Respond flexibly to student needs and digital shifts with optimism and skill.
• Bring proven expertise: Demonstrate success in leading a team.
• Deliver curriculum-aligned learning: Provide leadership in the design of engaging experiences grounded in deep subject knowledge.
• Communicate with clarity: Use excellent interpersonal, written, and organisational skills to support learning and collaboration.

• Professional Growth | diverse learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, induction program
• Wellbeing & Connection | Staff Connections Team, dedicated self-care space, Access EAP
• Work-Life Balance | Three week mid-year break, active social club, fitness centre
• Facilities & Access | Outstanding resources, modern staff amenities, onsite parking or nearby public transport

Staff remuneration is in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA), and we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that reflect our commitment to wellbeing, professional growth, and holistic support.

Applications Close Monday, 28 September 2026 at 4pm.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.

Sacré Cœur promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.