Head of Learning - Languages (POL3)

• Real Life Learning
• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and highly skilled Head of Learning - Languages to join Penola Catholic College and teach and lead the Languages department in an innovative and contemporary environment for 2022-2024.

As the Head of Learning – Languages you will have an important role in assisting a number of classroom / subject teachers to further develop and enhance the quality of teaching and learning in their classrooms.  You will have a facilitating role in fostering a high standard of reporting in both formal and informal ways.

We currently offer Italian, French and Japanese.

Please note an ongoing teaching appointment is attached to the position.

As an innovative Head of Learning - Languages you will strive to create a learning environment that enables all students to flourish. You will also deliver a collaborative and consistent approach to supporting the diverse needs of our students

About You

To be successful you will be an innovative and engaging Teacher, with a passion for Languages, have a demonstrated knowledge of the Australian curriculum frameworks and have a demonstrated capacity to provide leadership that is characterised by a desire for continuous improvement, lateral thinking and innovation, holding team members to account where necessary. You will also be registered with VIT.

You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Why Work With Us

We will provide you with:

• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Flexible working environment
• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Please review the below Job Description for further information.

Applications close 4pm Monday 26 July 2021.

About Penola Catholic College

Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students. 

We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.

How to Apply

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted by clicking on Apply.

All applications must include the following documents:

1. Cover letter and
2. Resume 

Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.

For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit our website .

Penola Catholic College promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Recruitment Agencies – thank you for thinking of us, however we do endeavour to fill our opportunities through direct channels wherever possible. If we find that we do need agency assistance, we’ll be in touch.

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this job.