Head of History

Queenwood School for Girls; Sydney; Presencial; AUD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo integral

Resumo da vaga

Queenwood School for Girls in Sydney seeks an inspiring educator to lead the high-performing History Department from Term 1, 2027. The Head of History will guide curriculum, mentor staff, and contribute to the school’s academic and cocurricular life.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with deep curriculum knowledge and a commitment to student achievement. The role requires NSW accreditation with NESA and legal eligibility to work in Australia, with a focus on

Qualificações

• Outstanding classroom practitioner with excellent curriculum knowledge.
• Commitment to student achievement and high learning outcomes.
• Ability to inspire students across Years 7–12.

Responsabilidades

• Lead curriculum development for the History Department across Years 7–12.
• Provide academic leadership and mentor staff.
• Contribute to broader academic and cocurricular life of the School.

Conhecimentos

History teaching

Curriculum development

Staff mentorship

Academic leadership

Formação

NESA accreditation (NSW)

Descrição da vaga

Queenwood is an independent, K-12 girls’ school committed to a liberal education – an education that embraces both the humanities and the sciences, reflected in the rich breadth of our curriculum and cocurricular programs.We encourage our students to explore boldly, question deeply, and engage meaningfully with the world around them. Through this journey, they grow the character, mindset, and capabilities needed to thrive, lead, and make a positive impact in a world that is ever-changing and complex.

Position Available

Queenwood is seeking an inspiring and experienced educator to lead our high-performing History Department from Term 1, 2027.

The Head of History will provide academic leadership across Years 7–12, fostering a culture of intellectual curiosity, excellence and engagement while working collaboratively with colleagues to deliver outstanding learning experiences. The successful candidate will lead curriculum development, support and mentor staff, and contribute to the broader academic and cocurricular life of the School.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and accomplished educator. The successful applicant will be an outstanding classroom practitioner with excellent curriculum knowledge, a commitment to student achievement, and the ability to inspire students to develop a lifelong appreciation of history.

Applications will close 9am, Wednesday, 18 November 2026. Please note that interviews may be scheduled at any time during the recruitment process. Queenwood reserves the right to close applications and/or withdraw the advertisement at any stage should a suitable candidate be identified.

The successful applicant must be legally permitted to work in Australia, hold a valid working with children clearance and be accredited with NESA to teach in NSW.

Queenwood is dedicated to creating a safe and child-friendly environment for all children and young people in our care. Weemphasise a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and harm, prioritising the best interests of students and their safety. The School is fully committed to complying with child protection laws and regulations, and we aim to foster a child-safe culture. Every member of the school community is responsible for ensuring the wellbeing and safety of all students, with a focus on keeping students' safety paramount in all their actions and decisions.

Please note that as part of our recruitment process, all prospective candidates are subject to rigorous background, qualification and employment checks, including the verification of references.

Education, Training & Professional Development

Through involvement in a broad range of activities and experiences, girls experience the joys of teamwork and success. They also experience uncertainty, risk and a healthy quantum of stress which, with the right support, will develop the confidence and resilience which will equip them as young woman to move into the adult world. This approach is reflected in our motto: Per Aspera ad Astra (‘through struggles to the stars’).

At the same time, we encourage girls to look outward and develop connections with others, whether through their involvement in community service, the School’s long-term commitment to education projects in Cambodia or thoughtful reflection on their place in our community, nation and world.

Queenwood was founded in 1925 as a unique place of education for girls, dedicated to giving every student the opportunity to reach her full potential. This guiding principle remains as relevant to Queenwood today as it was then.

From its location on Sydney’s lower north shore, Queenwood offers a special educational experience, combining a rich heritage with a rounded curriculum and a commitment to teaching excellence and innovation.

Queenwood is best defined by its distinctive ethos. This is characterised by collaborative learning and personal development, a focus on care and compassion for others, and encouragement for girls to be the best they can be.

A challenging curriculum, including the International Baccalaureate as an option in senior years, is complemented by a full sporting, pastoral and co-curricular program in shaping girls into confident, self-aware young women.

Queenwood is an internationally minded K to 12 school for girls offering a contemporary liberal education. We aim to develop students who have the intellectual rigour, independence, character and skills to contribute sustainably to the world.

Queenwood Values:

TRUTH

COURAGE

SERVICE

Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website.