Role Description/Criteria
A Vocation of Purpose, Connection, and Excellence At Sacré Cœur, our commitment to education is deeply rooted in the Sacred Heart Goals and animated by our Strategic Plan. We empower students to thrive in a dynamic and complex world—nurturing not only academic excellence but also spiritual depth, compassionate leadership, and a lifelong sense of purpose. Grounded in our rich tradition and guided by the values of Excellence, Purpose, Care, Hope, and Connection, our Future Fit Framework ensures every student is equipped with the skills and knowledge to flourish in contemporary society.
A Relational Community for Staff Joining Sacré Cœur means becoming part of a relational community where staff are valued and supported. We foster a culture of collegiality and shared purpose, aligned with our Sacred Heart commitment to building community.
Sacré Cœur is seeking dynamic and future-focused English Learning Leader (5-12) who embodies our Sacred Heart Goals and contributes meaningfully to our strategic vision. This role is central to fostering excellence in the English faculty.
About The Role
- Commencing 2027
- Full Time | Ongoing Teaching Role with 4-year Position of Leadership tenure
- VCE English and VCE Literature an advantage
The Successful Candidate Will
Foster inclusive learning: Provide leadership where diverse voices thrive and students engage deeply with texts.
Empower student agency: Use differentiated pedagogy to promote ownership, curiosity, and critical thinking.
Collaborate with purpose: Contribute to a high-performing team built on trust, innovation, and shared growth.
Adapt with professionalism: Respond flexibly to student needs and digital shifts with optimism and skill.
Bring proven expertise: Demonstrate success in leading a team.
Deliver curriculum-aligned learning: Provide leadership in the design of engaging experiences grounded in deep subject knowledge.
Communicate with clarity: Use excellent interpersonal, written, and organisational skills to support learning and collaboration.
What Sacré Cœur Offers
- Professional Growth | diverse learning opportunities, coaching and mentoring, induction program
- Wellbeing & Connection | Staff Connections Team, dedicated wellbing space, Access EAP
- Work-Life Balance | Three week mid-year break, active social club, fitness centre
- Facilities & Access | Outstanding resources, modern staff amenities, onsite parking or nearby public transport
Staff remuneration is in accordance with the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA), and we offer a comprehensive suite of benefits that reflect our commitment to wellbeing, professional growth, and holistic support.
How To Apply
Applications will be accepted via SEEK only. Upload your cover letter + the Teaching Application Form and separately, your current CV. The Teaching Application Form can be found on our website www.sac.vic.edu.au
Applications Close Monday, 28 September 2026 at 4pm.
Interviews will commence as applications are received. Sacré Cœur reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint to the position before the applications close date. All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position. All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.
Sacré Cœur promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Application Procedures
https://www.seek.com.au/English-Literature-jobs/in-Glen-Iris-VIC-3146?jobId=87127105&type=standard