Head of Learning - Languages

• Leadership opportunity, commencing Term 3, 2026
• Join a nationally recognised Top 10 independent school
• Teach Languages in modern, innovative spaces

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Head of Learning - Languages to join St Leonard’s College from Term 3, 2026.

As a member of the Academic Directorate, the Head of Learning - Languages will lead the Languages faculty with vision and a commitment to continuous improvement, working closely with the French, Chinese and Spanish Coordinators and other key staff to ensure a cohesive and high?quality Languages program across the College.

This pivotal leadership role provides the chance to shape the learning journey of students from Years 5-12, inspiring each learner to achieve their potential in a progressive and engaging environment. Strong pedagogical expertise, leadership capability, and exceptional organisational and interpersonal skills are essential for success.

This is a permanent, full-time teaching position, with the Head of Learning - Languages role offered with a 3-year tenure, as a position of responsibility. The Head of Learning - Languages role includes a time allocation and a monetary allowance, and an appropriate teaching subject allocation will be negotiated with the successful candidate.

Enjoy access to modern learning spaces, outstanding professional learning opportunities, and a collaborative school culture committed to educational excellence.

To be successful in this opportunity, you will require:

• Relevant teaching qualifications and registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT).
• Demonstrated outstanding classroom teaching skills across years 5 - 12.
• Experience in teaching VCE or International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) French and/or Spanish would be an advantage.
• Contemporary knowledge of Languages curriculum, pedagogy and assessment.
• Knowledge of contemporary pedagogy and innovative use of ICT in the classroom to enrich learning.
• Outstanding written, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in planning programs and the management of budgets and resources.
• Ability to lead a team and actively support and develop team members.
• Well-developed planning, organisational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrates a solutions-oriented approach to problem solving.
• An active contributor to a collegial work environment.
• Willingness to uphold the ethos and values of the College.

To Apply

To view the position description, or to apply, please visit:
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Applicants will be requested to upload:

• a cover letter addressed to the Principal; and
• a resume including at least two professional referees.

If you have any questions regarding this opportunity, please contact Liz Rowell, Head of People and Capability, via liz.rowell.edu.au or  for a confidential discussion.

Applications will close Monday 16 March 2026 at 5pm
; however early applications are encouraged, as the College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

St Leonard’s College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to the protection of all children from all forms of child abuse. In this context, the College implements a comprehensive Child Protection Program across the entire College community. In line with the requirements under Ministerial Order 1359, mandatory training relating to Child Safety must be completed upon commencement with the College.

All applicants will be required to undergo relevant pre-employment screening, including referee and identity checks, and are expected to familiarise themselves with the College’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy, Child Safety and Wellbeing Code of Conduct, Child Safety and Wellbeing Complaints and Concerns Procedure, Child Safety and Wellbeing Response and Reporting Procedure and associated policies available on the College website.

Head of Learning - Languages

Education & Training Teaching - Secondary

Closes 16th Mar 26