Head of Faculty - Languages

St Peter's College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter’s College in Adelaide is seeking an outstanding Head of Faculty – Languages in our Senior School. This leadership role carries responsibility for the strategic direction and day-to-day management of the Languages Faculty, including curriculum development, administration, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

The successful candidate will be an experienced language educator who inspires students to engage deeply with language learning and cultural

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Experience in curriculum development and planning.
• Demonstrated ability to inspire language learning and cultural understanding.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction and day-to-day management of the Languages Faculty.
• Oversee curriculum development, administration, and staff professional growth.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the Languages section.
• Demonstrate capacity to teach Spanish as part of a language program.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Spanish

Teaching

Education

South Australian Teacher Registration

Teaching qualifications

Job description

St Peter’s College has an unwavering commitment to the education of boys and our vision is to be an exceptional community of learning. Our values of Truth, Respect and Service are a strong and constant part of school life. Today, and for more than 175 years, our most important work is shaping the character of the boys and young men at Saints – developing a sense of service, courage, commitment and integrity.

We are a school with a rich tapestry of history and tradition. St Peter’s College was founded in 1847, just 11 years after South Australia was established. The school is set on 32 hectares of magnificent grounds and is only three kilometres from Adelaide’s city centre. With beautiful buildings, both historic and modern, our educational facilities and sports fields are among the best in the country. Our grounds are extensive, with seven ovals, a hockey pitch, 20 tennis courts and a state-of-the-art sports centre with swimming pool and full gymnasium. We also have an outdoor education campus at Finniss, near Lake Alexandrina, about an hour’s drive from Adelaide.

St Peter’s College is an Anglican boys’ school, offering an exceptional education to approximately 1,650 students from the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12. We also offer boarding facilities and our modern Boarding House provides a homely, safe and comfortable experience for about 100 boys from Years 7 to 12.

We are honoured to have been educating the minds, hearts and spirits of students for more than 175 years. We are proud of our old scholars and their contributions to society and our illustrious alumni include three Nobel Laureates, 10 Australian Premiers and 42 Rhodes Scholars. A team of dedicated staff ensures St Peter’s College provides the best educational experiences for our boys. Our skilled staff work across a wide range of areas including teaching, IT, finance and corporate services, and grounds and maintenance. Each staff member plays a valuable role in ensuring the school nurtures educated and considerate young men.

About the position:

St Peter’s College is seeking to appoint an outstanding Head of Faculty – Languages in our Senior School. This leadership position carries responsibility for the strategic direction and day-to-day management of the Languages Faculty, including leadership of teaching staff, curriculum development, administration, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.

The successful candidate will be an experienced and passionate language educator who is committed to inspiring students to engage deeply with language learning and cultural understanding. They will be a collaborative leader with demonstrated experience in curriculum leadership, staff development, and the delivery of high-quality teaching and learning programs.

The ability to teach Spanish will be highly regarded.

This is a five-year tenure leadership appointment with an ongoing substantive teaching position, commencing at the beginning of the 2027 School year.

• Have a willingness to support the School’s values and Anglican ethos.
• Hold relevant teaching qualifications.
• Demonstrated high level of competency in teaching practice.
• Leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Experience in curriculum development and planning.
• Have a South Australian Teachers Registration and Working with Children Check.
• Provide evidence of completed training in Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect - Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) – Fundamentals & Masterclass and First Aid.

Why work for us:

St Peter's College offers a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where knowledge and expertise are built through professional growth and development opportunities. Our incredible facilities are complemented by the resources required to engage students in innovative and creative ways. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform their best.

The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.

St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.