<p><strong>About Orange Anglican Grammar School</strong></p> <p>Orange Anglican Grammar School is a growing Pre-K to Year 12 school located in Orange NSW, in the heart of one of the state’s most beautiful regional centres. As part of the Anglican Schools Corporation, OAGS seeks to deliver affordable, high-quality education shaped by the Bible, supporting students to grow academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.</p> <p>Reporting to the Head of Senior School, you will lead a cohesive and high-performing team of teachers, establishing clear expectations for excellence while fostering a culture of collaboration, professional growth, accountability and continuous improvement.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong>&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>&nbsp;Lead and manage the English faculty (Years 7–12), including curriculum planning, assessment, reporting, faculty development, and day-to-day faculty operations.&nbsp;</li> <li>Champion excellence in teaching and learning, ensuring programs are innovative, evidence based, and tailored to meet the diverse needs of students.&nbsp;</li> <li>Inspire and mentor English teachers in pedagogical best practice, curriculum delivery, classroom management, and professional growth.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active commitment to the Christian faith and the capacity to seamlessly infuse the school's Christian ethos into leadership, teaching practice, and community relationships.</li> <li>Demonstrated record as an outstanding Secondary English classroom practitioner, including proven success in teaching Stage 6 and driving high student achievement through evidence-informed practice.</li> <li>Thorough knowledge of NESA English syllabi, assessment, and reporting requirements, alongside a strong understanding of Australian Curriculum priorities and general capabilities.</li> <li>Proven capacity to lead, mentor, and hold to account a high-performing faculty team, fostering a culture of academic rigour, collaboration, and continuous improvement.</li> <li>&nbsp;High-level capability in using student performance data to inform teaching strategies, targeted interventions, and strategic faculty planning.</li> <li>Ability to thoughtfully lead educational change, manage faculty budgets, and align annual departmental goals with the School’s Strategic Intent.</li> <li>Active NESA teacher accreditation and a current NSW Working With Children Check (WWCC) clearance.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></p> <ul> <li>A genuine passion for English literature, language, and the transformative power of teaching, paired with the drive to ensure every student is challenged to reach their full potential.</li> <li>A collaborative, flexible, and innovative leader who acts with complete professional integrity, loyalty, and empathy.</li> <li>Willingness to actively contribute to the vibrant extra-curricular, pastoral, and daily life of the OAGS community</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Join OAGS?</strong></p> <ul> <li>Serve in a growing Anglican school with a strong sense of community and purpose</li> <li>Work with a committed staff team in a school that values Christian faith, student wellbeing and educational quality</li> <li>Enjoy the lifestyle and opportunity of living and working in Orange NSW</li> </ul> <p><strong>Salary &amp; Conditions&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>This is a permanent full-time position. Remuneration will be aligned with the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement, plus an additional discretionary allowance in recognition of leadership responsibilities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Interested applicants should submit the following:</p> <ul> <li>A completed <strong>Application for Employment</strong> please download from our website <strong>www.oags.nsw.edu.au&nbsp;</strong></li> <li>A cover letter addressing the candidate overview (no more than two pages)</li> <li>A Curriculum Vitae (no more than five pages)</li> <li>Copies of qualifications</li> </ul> <p>Applications should be addressed to The Principal, Mr David Smith and submitted by email to <strong>employment@oags.nsw.edu.au</strong> as one PDF file saved as applicant’s full name.</p> <p><strong>Applications close 9 October 2026 at 4:00pm. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.</strong></p> <p>The School will interview upon receipt of suitable applications and reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Child Safety</strong></p> <p>Orange Anglican Grammar School is a Child Safe organisation. We are committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care. All applicants must hold, or be eligible to obtain, an Employee Working with Children Check clearance and will be subject to appropriate screening and background checks.</p>