Head of Faculty - Languages - Secondary

John Paul College International; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary (EBA Band 6)

5-year maximum term contract

0.4 FTE release from classroom duties

Professional development opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

John Paul College International in Brisbane seeks an exceptional Head of Faculty - Languages to lead English and LOTE, including Chinese and Spanish, across Years 7–12. You will shape curriculum, drive student outcomes and foster a culture of innovation, collaboration and excellence.

You will guide Assistant Heads of Faculty and a team of educators, supporting professional renewal and career growth while leveraging data to improve results and managing a faculty budget.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated track record of faculty leadership and curriculum development.
• Strong data literacy and ability to use data to drive improvements.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead Languages faculty with vision and evidence-informed practice.
• Develop curriculum aligned with Australian Curriculum and senior syllabuses.
• Lead and inspire a high-performing team of educators.
• Support teacher renewal, appraisal and career growth.
• Use student data to drive measurable improvement in outcomes.
• Prepare and manage a faculty budget.

Skills

Faculty leadership

Curriculum development

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Professional development

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Education

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

John Paul College is seeking an exceptional Head of Faculty - Languages to lead English and Languages other than English (LOTE), including Chinese and Spanish, across our Secondary School. This is a genuine opportunity to influence curriculum, inspire a talented team of educators, and drive outstanding student outcomes across Years 7 to 12.

In this pivotal leadership role, you will combine your expertise in Languages education with your passion for great teaching to build a faculty culture defined by innovation, collaboration and excellence. You will lead Assistant Heads of Faculty and a team of dedicated teachers within a community that values diversity, connection and global understanding.

About the Role

• Lead the faculty with vision and innovative, evidence-informed practice
• Develop curriculum that maximises student engagement and achievement, aligned with the Australian Curriculum and QCAA senior syllabuses
• Lead, motivate and inspire a collegial, high-performing team of educators
• Support teacher professional renewal, appraisal and career growth
• Use student data to drive measurable improvement in outcomes
• Prepare and manage a faculty budget reflecting sound stewardship

The full position description can be viewed here.

About You

• Demonstrated track record of faculty leadership, preferably in the independent education sector
• Deep knowledge of contemporary curriculum and pedagogy in Languages education
• Proven capacity to lead, motivate and inspire a team of accomplished educators
• Evidence of strong student achievement and quality outcomes in Languages
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced skills in Microsoft applications and the ability to learn new systems quickly
• Postgraduate qualification in Education
• Current registration with the Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)

What We Offer

• John Paul College is a highly regarded independent co‑educational school located in Daisy Hill, Logan. We're proud of our inclusive, supportive community and our commitment to providing exceptional educational experiences for all students.
• Competitive salary under the John Paul College Enterprise Agreement 2025, Band 6 Step 1, with salary packaging options available
• A 5‑year maximum term contract, as per the JPC EBA
• 0.4 FTE load release from classroom teaching duties
• The opportunity to lead and shape a thriving Secondary Languages faculty
• A collaborative, values driven work environment
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• The chance to make a lasting impact on student lives and the broader school community

John Paul College is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

John Paul College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. We embed child safety into everything we do, including how we recruit and support our people. All successful candidates will be required to hold a current Blue Card prior to commencing employment and may be subject to disclosure and suitability checks as part of Queensland's Reportable Conduct Scheme.