Head of English & Literacy Lead - Data-Driven Excellence

NSW Department of Education; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Greystanes High School in New South Wales is seeking an experienced Head Teacher to lead the English faculty and drive high-quality, evidence-informed teaching. Applicants must meet NSW Department of Education qualification requirements and hold full approval to teach.

The role requires capacity to lead a faculty, collaborate with the executive team, use data to monitor progress, and implement literacy initiatives that improve reading and writing across the school.

Qualifications

• Successful teaching experience with capacity to initiate improvement in teaching, learning and classroom practice
• Educational leadership skills to build the capacity and manage the performance of individuals and teams
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment and student welfare with the ability to lead and design quality, inclusive teaching and learning programs
• Well developed communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build relationships and engage students, staff and parents
• Ability to plan and manage resources effectively and equitably to support teaching and learning
• Knowledge of and commitment to the Department's Aboriginal education policy

Responsibilities

• Lead a faculty to sustain high-quality teaching and learning
• Collaborate with the executive leadership team on strategic directions
• Lead evidence-informed literacy initiatives to improve reading and writing
• Plan and monitor curriculum, assessment and student welfare with data-driven decisions
• Support staff development and performance through professional learning
• Engage with families and the school community to promote inclusive schooling

Skills

Teaching experience

Educational leadership

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Resource planning

Aboriginal education policy

Education

Full approval to teach

Teaching qualification

Job description

Greystanes High School in New South Wales is seeking an experienced Head Teacher to lead the English faculty and drive high-quality, evidence-informed teaching. Applicants must meet NSW Department of Education qualification requirements and hold full approval to teach.

The role requires capacity to lead a faculty, collaborate with the executive team, use data to monitor progress, and implement literacy initiatives that improve reading and writing across the school.