Head of Department – English

MLC School is seeking a passionate and driven Head of Department – English to lead a dynamic team of educators in inspiring young women to be fearless thinkers with moral courage and compassion—empowered to be agents of change in their own lives and the lives of others.

About the Position

As a pedagogical leader, the Head of Department – English will:

• Lead and coordinate the development and delivery of innovative teaching programs aligned with the strategic goals of the School.
• Mentor staff and track individual student progress to foster academic excellence.
• Build a culture where wellbeing, academic progress, and spiritual development go hand in hand.
• Promote the importance of educating the ‘whole girl’ and actively partner with parents.

This role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant discipline and demonstrated experience in IB and HSC marking, ensuring expert leadership in curriculum design and assessment.

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Leadership in developing and implementing teaching programs that meet NESA, IB, and School reporting requirements.
• Expertise in English content and pedagogy, with a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Collaborative engagement with teaching teams and learning specialists to support diverse learning needs.
• Excellence in planning and evaluating educational programs that support holistic student growth.
• A proactive and professional approach to parent and carer engagement.
• A commitment to co-curricular involvement and continuous personal and professional growth.
• Experience or interest in teaching the IB Diploma Programme.

Why Join MLC School?

At MLC School, we dare to be more—for our students and our staff. Our Employee Value Proposition reflects our commitment to:

• Empowering educators through leadership opportunities and professional development.
• Supporting wellbeing with access to an Employee Assistance Program for staff and their families.
• Recognising excellence with salary packaging, long service leave after 5 years and discounted school fees.
• Providing a vibrant workplace with state-of-the-art facilities, onsite parking, and access to the School’s gym and Aquatic Centre, as well as Fitness Passport.
• Fostering community through a collegiate environment and shared purpose.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted via the MLC School Careers Portal and include:

• A cover letter addressing the vacancy.
• A resume (including the names and contact details of three confidential referees).
• A copy of your academic transcript.

Please upload your application in two documents.

Applications close: 4 September 2025

Note: MLC School reserves the right to close the advertisement early. Early applications are encouraged.

Recruitment agencies are kindly asked not to contact us regarding this vacancy.