Head of English

About Seymour:

Seymour College is a leading independent girls’ school with an established reputation for academic excellence and a commitment to helping students reach their potential. Our vision is to develop young women of strength, optimism and justice, confident for the future. Our aim is to inspire within each student a passion for life-long learning, a celebration of community and a quest for personal excellence.

About the role:

Seymour College is seeking an inspiring and forward-thinking educational leader to lead our English Department. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator who is passionate about fostering curiosity, critical thinking and scientific inquiry in young people.

At Seymour, we believe that exceptional learning experiences are created by exceptional people. We are looking for a leader who can cultivate a culture of high performance, innovation and collaboration, while inspiring both students and staff to achieve their personal best.

This five-year Position of Responsibility appointment commences in January 2027 and is supported by an ongoing substantive teaching position at Seymour College. The capacity to teach within an additional secondary subject area is desirable.

As the Head of English, you will:

• Lead the strategic direction and continuous improvement of the English Department.
• Drive excellence in curriculum design, assessment and contemporary pedagogical practice.
• Use student achievement data to inform teaching and improve learning outcomes.
• Lead, mentor and develop a high-performing team of educators.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation and professional growth.
• Support students through curriculum guidance, enrichment opportunities and pathways advice.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the College to ensure a seamless learning journey for students.

About you:

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Proven experience as an outstanding English educator with a passion for student learning, and the flexibility to contribute to teaching in a second curriculum area.
• Strong leadership capability with the ability to inspire, mentor and develop others.
• Experience leading curriculum, assessment and teaching improvement initiatives.
• A strategic mindset and commitment to evidence-informed practice.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to fostering high expectations, innovation and continuous improvement.
• An understanding of the developmental needs of adolescent girls and a commitment to supporting student wellbeing.
• Current South Australian Teaching Registration, WWCC, RRHAN-EC Fundamentals & Masterclass certification, and First Aid in an education setting.

How to Apply:

Applications for this position close Friday 28 August, 2026. Please provide the following addressed to Mrs Vanessa Browning, Principal:

• Resume
• Covering letter responding to the key areas of responsibility
• Contact details of 3 referees 

For further details of the responsibilities and requirements of this role, please refer to the Position Description and Candidate Information Pack, available through our Careers Page. To learn more about Seymour College please visit our website https://www.seymour.sa.edu.au. The College reserves the right to commence interviewing and appoint prior to the closing date. 

To discuss this role please contact Sarah Davidson, People and Culture Administrator on 08 8303 9***.

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