Head of English

Smart Teachers Australia is recruiting on behalf of a reception to year 12 coeducational independent school located 130km from the beautiful North Queensland coastline. The school seeks a suitably qualified & highly motivated Head of English for a Term 3 start. Offering the best terms and conditions in teacher employment, this school is career enhancing in the short and long term sense.

About the Role:

• Head of English (Tier 2: extra remuneration and more release time]
• Located in Australia
• Full-time
• 6 month contract with a view to permanency
• Term 3 start
• Pastoral care duties as required

About the School:

• Top Independent School
• Team oriented and supportive environment
• Excellent staff amenities
• Encourages career progression for all staff

About the Location:

Charters Towers is one of the most beautiful inland cities in Queensland, with its unrivalled architecture and unique history. Located 130 km south-west of Townsville, Charters Towers became a gold rush town when gold was discovered in December 1871. Today, the magnificent heritage buildings are testament to the prosperity of years past.

About You:

In order to be considered for this role you will need to meet the following criteria;

• Be eligible to teach in Australia (must have a visa)
• Possess the minimum relevant tertiary qualifications– Bachelor of Education/ PGCE / or equivalent teaching degree
• Be registered, or have the ability to be registered with QCT
• Provide a minimum of three professional references, including most recent Head Teacher

The Benefits of Working with Smart:

We are a dedicated education recruitment agency that works closely with the independent and Catholic Schools across Australia sourcing talented teachers, leaders and support staff to fill a range of permanent and long term contract roles. We are a company of teachers who are passionate about facilitating the perfect match between school and candidate. We are honest, realistic, and above all we will not waste your time. To find out more about Smart please visit our website

Interested in Applying?

To apply you must be eligible to work in Australia and meet all national safeguarding criteria. To apply, please send your CV to monet.hawkins@smartteachers.co.uk quoting Job Reference number #TES1705-159502CW.

If you are an Australian/New Zealand citizen or have secured a visa for Australia, please include this information on your CV.

Alternatively, if you know of anyone who may be interested in this position, please forward their details to us and you could be eligible for our £100 refer a friend scheme. (Terms and conditions apply).

Due to the high volume of applications received, please note only suitable candidates will be contacted.

Please note that your details will not be sent to any school without your consent nor any referees listed on your CV contacted without your permission.