Head of HSIE (History)

Redfield College (see more jobs from this school)

Dural, NSW 


Head of Faculty / Department

Teaching Subject: English , Ancient History , HSIE , Legal Studies , Modern History

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 13 December 2024


Redfield College is an independent Catholic boys’ school (Year 2 to Year 12) teaching the Catholic faith with a unique, personalised education program. Located in Dural, north­west of Sydney, the College was founded in 1986 by the Pared Foundation on the principle that parents are the primary educators and that schools exist to offer parents every support.

<p>Redfield College currently has an exciting opportunity for a suitably qualified <strong>Head of HSIE</strong> with a strong background teaching Modern History.  Commencing in Term 1, 2025, the successful incumbent will be required to provide professional teaching and learning across its Secondary School whilst ensuring a positive experience for students and teachers alike.</p><p>Joining a dedicated, professional, and collaborative team, you will need to confidently demonstrate the following key skills and experience:</p><ul><li>Suitable tertiary qualifications and demonstrable experience teaching Stage 6 (Modern &amp; Ancient) History. </li><li>Experience in leadership or coordinator functions within an education role (preferred).</li><li>Prior experience teaching Legal Studies would be ideal (not essential).</li><li>Demonstrated ability to integrate technology into teaching and learning.</li><li>Capacity to differentiate the curriculum to meet the needs of a diverse range of students.</li><li>Capability in introducing and, where required, executing ideas to enhance our Secondary school.</li></ul><p>Personally, you will be able to offer:</p><ul><li>Ability to positively manage students&#39; classroom behaviour, and manage pastoral care issues with effective discussion and processes with staff, students, and parents</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and a commitment to ongoing evaluation and improvement. </li><li>Strong organisational skills.</li><li>Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to establish a professional rapport with students, staff, and the school community at all levels</li><li>Highly ethical and professional behaviour and standards </li><li>Understanding of, and support for the Vision, Mission, Values and ethos of the school.<br /> </li></ul>
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Application Instructions

<p>Please apply via the &#34;Apply for Job&#34; button, addressing your application to the <strong>Headmaster, Matthew Aldous</strong>.  Your application must be supported by:</p><ul><li>A cover letter addressing the selection criteria and stating why you wish to work in this role at Redfield College </li><li>An updated CV, confirming your skills, education, qualifications, and work history</li><li>A list of at least two referees with contact details.</li></ul>