Head of Learning – Languages

Working collaboratively with other key staff, including the French, Chinese and Spanish Coordinators, the Head of Learning – Languages will provide dynamic and progressive leadership of the faculty, ensuring the teaching and learning of Languages is consistent across all years within the College. Excellent subject and pedagogical knowledge are essential, as well as strong organisational and interpersonal skills.

This pivotal leadership position offers a unique opportunity to shape the development of our students, ensuring each child is inspired to reach their potential in their academic journey, in a progressive environment.

This is a permanent, full-time teaching position, with the Head of Learning –Languages role offered with a 3-year tenure, as a position of responsibility. The Head of Learning – Languages role includes a time allocation and a monetary allowance, and an appropriate teaching subject allocation will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Further information is available in the position description on the College’s website.

To be successful in this opportunity you will require: 

• Relevant teaching qualifications and registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Demonstrated outstanding classroom teaching skills across years 5 – 12.
• Experience in teaching VCE or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) French and/or Spanish would be an advantage.
• Contemporary knowledge of Languages curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and innovative use of ICT in the classroom to enrich learning.
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in planning programs and the management of budgets and resources.
• Ability to lead a team and actively support and develop team members.
• Well-developed planning, organisational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrates a solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
• An active contributor to a collegial work environment.
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the College.

Applicants will be requested to upload: 

• a letter of introduction addressed to the Principal; and
• a resume.

 If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact the People and Culture team via [email protected] or phone 9909 9528 for a confidential discussion.

Applications will close Thursday, 28 August 2025; however early applications are encouraged as the College reserves the right to interview and employ a successful candidate before the closing date.

Please note that this role is being readvertised and previous applications for this role will be considered.  Previous applicants do not need to re-apply.

Applications

Applicants should submit, via the online application form (below), their current curriculum vitae, together with any further information in support of their application.

Please note:

1. Applicants are required to supply the name, address and telephone number of three referees, two of whom must be able to comment on the applicant’s professional work (or training), during the past five years.
2. An employee Working with Children Check (WWCC) or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration is required to be undertaken by any persons working in the field of education who may come into contact with children without direct supervision. The WWCC is valid for a five (5) year period and the VIT for one year.
3. The successful applicant will be required to produce original copies (from which a photocopy will be made) of transcripts of qualifications claimed.
4. To be eligible to apply you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia and meet any entry requirements if you are outside the country.  For advice on obtaining an Australian work or residence visa and our entry requirements visit the Department of Home Affairs at https://www.homeaffairs.gov.au/
5. Remuneration for any position at St Leonard’s College is in accordance with the St Leonard’s College Agreement 2023.
6. At St Leonard’s College, we value diversity, embracing and celebrating each individual’s contributions, lived experiences, and expertise. Our commitment is to foster an inclusive and respectful workplace culture, ensuring everyone receives the support they need to thrive and succeed.

St Leonard’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the protection of all children from all forms of child abuse. In this context, the College implements a comprehensive Child Protection Program across the entire College community. In line with the requirements under Ministerial Order 1359, mandatory training relating to Child Safety must be completed upon commencement with the College. All applicants will be required to undergo relevant pre-employment screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety and Wellbeing Code of Conduct, Child Safety and Wellbeing Complaints and Concerns Procedure, Child Safety and Wellbeing Response and Reporting Procedure and associated policies available on the College website.