Head of English (Secondary)

Description

We are currently seeking to employ a highly motivated and innovative leader to join the Austin Cove Baptist College Secondary School community. The position is full-time, commencing Term 1, 2026.

The ideal candidate will be dynamic, enthusiastic and innovative in their approach to delivering the curriculum as well as having the ability to work collaboratively with the whole school community. They will have extensive experience teaching in English. Experience in literacy intervention programs would be highly regarded but is not essential.

The College
Austin Cove Baptist College of South Yunderup is a co-educational College that commenced in 2011 and currently has approximately 780 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The College is situated in the Austin Lakes development just east of Mandurah and provides a high standard of education within a Christian context. For further information on the College, please visit: www.acbc.wa.edu.au

Selection Criteria

Essential
•    To have a personal faith and commitment to Jesus Christ including regular church attendance and a lifestyle consistent with the expectations of Christian faith.
•    Be a qualified teacher registered with the TRBWA and hold a Working With Children Check.

Highly Desired Qualities
•    Be highly motivated and organised.
•    Have demonstrated knowledge of the curriculum requirements set by the School Curriculum and Standards Authority.
•    Be an inspiring leader able to initiate and manage change.
•    Have demonstrated experience in developing and implementing programs from Year 7-12.
•    Have a record of achievement as an educational leader.
•    Be an able administrator with the capacity to think strategically, consult, plan and delegate.
•    Be approachable, a good listener and an effective communicator and public speaker.
•    Have a commitment to pastoral care and extracurricular activities.

Application Process
Applications for employment at Austin Cove Baptist College should include the following:
•    Cover Letter addressing the Selection Criteria
•    Application Form (www.acbc.wa.edu.au)
•    Curriculum Vitae/Resume with at least three referees, one of which is the pastor
•    Statement addressing the Selection Criteria
•    Copies of academic transcripts and qualifications
•    A letter of reference from your Pastor

Only complete applications, containing all of the above documentation will be considered. You will receive notification on receipt of your application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted and invited to attend an interview.

Please address all applications and correspondence to:
Yolande Kock
ykock@acbc.wa.edu.au

Applications close: Monday 10 November 2025 

Type
Jobs @ Independent Schools
Closing Date
10 Nov 2025 18:00
Contact Person
Yolande Kock
Phone
School
Austin Cove Baptist College