Ivanhoe Grammar School
Overview
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Head of English
role at
Ivanhoe Grammar School . A school is built on the strength of its people. This is a three-year academic leadership position with an ongoing teaching appointment, based at our Ridgeway Campus and commencing in January 2026. Location: Cross Campus | Job Type: Position of Leadership (POL) | Job Category: Academic
What You Will Do
You will play a strategic and operational leadership role, ensuring quality, coherence and innovation in English and Literacy across Ivanhoe Grammar School’s campuses. Working closely with the Director of Academic Learning, you will collaborate with Curriculum Leaders and teachers to implement a concept-based curriculum that aligns with the School’s vision for a contemporary, globally relevant education.
Lead the design and delivery of engaging, concept-based English and Literacy programs across Years 7–12.
Embed the Ivanhoe Instructional Model and evidence-informed practice to ensure consistency and excellence across campuses.
Drive Middle Years literacy development through explicit instruction and targeted pedagogical strategies.
Foster collaboration, mentoring and professional growth within the English team, building collective capacity and teacher impact.
Use data, research and feedback to evaluate teaching practice and enhance student learning outcomes.
Ensure alignment in assessment, reporting and curriculum documentation in accordance with School policy.
Represent English in academic, community and professional forums, contributing to Ivanhoe Grammar’s reputation for excellence.
Who You Are
A passionate, reflective educator with a deep commitment to student growth and teacher development. You bring expertise in curriculum design, instructional leadership and literacy education, and you model excellence in English teaching and learning. You Have The Experience, Knowledge And Skills To Lead strategically and collaboratively, uniting campuses around a shared vision for English and Literacy.
Hold current VIT registration and demonstrate significant VCE teaching experience.
Model outstanding classroom practice and mentor others in evidence-based pedagogy and curriculum innovation.
Understand and support the principles of the IB Diploma Programme (knowledge advantageous but not essential).
Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Uphold the highest standards of child safety, compliance and professional conduct.
Embrace innovation, feedback and professional learning with a growth mindset.
What We Offer You An exciting academic leadership role at a respected, forward-looking independent school.
A chance to shape a concept-based, evidence-informed curriculum that engages students across all campuses.
Access to great facilities including on-site parking, café and gym.
Salary packaging, discounted health insurance, reduced school fees, and other benefits.
Tailored professional development and coaching to support your growth.
An innovative, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
How to Learn More
For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via employment@ivanhoe.com.au. Applications will close Sunday 9 November 2025. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.
Ivanhoe Grammar School values student safety, including child safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School's policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy. The successful applicant must hold a valid Working with Children Check Card or VIT registration. Recruitment and appointment of new employees is undertaken following completion of a formal application, interview and all relevant and satisfactory checks in accordance with Ivanhoe Grammar School's policies and procedures.
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Join to apply for the
Head of English
role at
Ivanhoe Grammar School . A school is built on the strength of its people. This is a three-year academic leadership position with an ongoing teaching appointment, based at our Ridgeway Campus and commencing in January 2026. Location: Cross Campus | Job Type: Position of Leadership (POL) | Job Category: Academic
What You Will Do
You will play a strategic and operational leadership role, ensuring quality, coherence and innovation in English and Literacy across Ivanhoe Grammar School’s campuses. Working closely with the Director of Academic Learning, you will collaborate with Curriculum Leaders and teachers to implement a concept-based curriculum that aligns with the School’s vision for a contemporary, globally relevant education.
Lead the design and delivery of engaging, concept-based English and Literacy programs across Years 7–12.
Embed the Ivanhoe Instructional Model and evidence-informed practice to ensure consistency and excellence across campuses.
Drive Middle Years literacy development through explicit instruction and targeted pedagogical strategies.
Foster collaboration, mentoring and professional growth within the English team, building collective capacity and teacher impact.
Use data, research and feedback to evaluate teaching practice and enhance student learning outcomes.
Ensure alignment in assessment, reporting and curriculum documentation in accordance with School policy.
Represent English in academic, community and professional forums, contributing to Ivanhoe Grammar’s reputation for excellence.
Who You Are
A passionate, reflective educator with a deep commitment to student growth and teacher development. You bring expertise in curriculum design, instructional leadership and literacy education, and you model excellence in English teaching and learning. You Have The Experience, Knowledge And Skills To Lead strategically and collaboratively, uniting campuses around a shared vision for English and Literacy.
Hold current VIT registration and demonstrate significant VCE teaching experience.
Model outstanding classroom practice and mentor others in evidence-based pedagogy and curriculum innovation.
Understand and support the principles of the IB Diploma Programme (knowledge advantageous but not essential).
Promote a culture of high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement.
Uphold the highest standards of child safety, compliance and professional conduct.
Embrace innovation, feedback and professional learning with a growth mindset.
What We Offer You An exciting academic leadership role at a respected, forward-looking independent school.
A chance to shape a concept-based, evidence-informed curriculum that engages students across all campuses.
Access to great facilities including on-site parking, café and gym.
Salary packaging, discounted health insurance, reduced school fees, and other benefits.
Tailored professional development and coaching to support your growth.
An innovative, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
How to Learn More
For a confidential discussion please contact People and Culture via employment@ivanhoe.com.au. Applications will close Sunday 9 November 2025. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may commence prior to this date.
Ivanhoe Grammar School values student safety, including child safety. All staff are required to adhere to the School's policies and teachers are required to have a working knowledge and understanding of the Student Wellbeing Policy, the Health and Safety Policy, the Child Safety Code of Conduct and the Respectful Workplace Behaviour Policy. The successful applicant must hold a valid Working with Children Check Card or VIT registration. Recruitment and appointment of new employees is undertaken following completion of a formal application, interview and all relevant and satisfactory checks in accordance with Ivanhoe Grammar School's policies and procedures.
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