Head of Faculty: Business Studies, Legal Studies and Commerce

Head of Faculty: Business Studies, Legal Studies and Commerce MinarahCollege is seeking an experienced and dynamic educator to lead our Business Studies, Legal Studies and Commerce Faculty. The successful applicant will drive high-quality teaching and learning across Years 7–12, support staff development, and ensure excellence in curriculum delivery aligned with NESA requirements and the College’s vision of inclusivity and academic success. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, implementation and review of high-quality teaching and learning programs across Business Studies, Legal Studies and Commerce. Use student data to guide targeted interventions and support a positive, aspirational learning culture. Ensure full compliance with NESA requirements, including scope and sequences, teaching programs, assessments and faculty documentation. Strengthen HSC preparation by monitoring student progress and supporting teacher content expertise. Coach and mentor staff, coordinate professional learning and support classroom management, differentiation and inclusive practices. Oversee faculty administration, including budgets, resources, risk management, assessment processes and documentation. Coordinate faculty meetings, events, excursions, competitions and enrichment opportunities. Maintain consistent assessment practices, moderation, reporting and communication with families. Collaborate with the executive, coordinators and wellbeing staff to support whole-school priorities. Build strong relationships with students, parents and external partners. Promote subject pathways, career readiness and real-world learning opportunities. Qualifications and Experience NESA accreditation as a proficient teacher or higher, with relevant tertiary qualifications in Business Studies, Legal Studies, Commerce or a related field. Strong teaching expertise across Stages 4–6, with a sound understanding of NESA curriculum requirements, assessment principles and HSC expectations. Proven ability to use data to inform practice and lift student outcomes. Demonstrated leadership capacity, including experience leading teams, driving improvement and supporting high-quality teaching through mentoring and coaching. Ability to manage change and implement initiatives. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build constructive relationships with staff, students and families. Commitment to inclusive practice that supports diverse learners. Alignment with Minarah College’s values of inclusivity, academic excellence and holistic student development, and a capacity to model professional ethics, integrity and respect within a faith-inspired environment. Prior experience in a leadership role such as coordinator or acting head of faculty. Experience with HSC marking, standard setting or assessment writing. Familiarity with data analysis tools and contemporary educational technologies. Employment Conditions Teachers at Minarah College are employed under the Independent Schools (Teachers) Cooperative Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2025. Application Requirements Applications should include: A covering letter addressing the essential criteria. A current curriculum vitae, detailing professional experience and relevant qualifications. Academic transcripts. Accreditation status with NESA. Statements of service (if applicable). NSW Working With Children Clearance number and date of birth. Names and contact details of three (3) referees, including your current employer (where applicable). Note Overseas applicants and those that require Sponsorship are encouraged not to apply. Application Process Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter addressed to the Principal, Minarah College addressing the Key Selection Criteria and contact details of three professional references to For more information about Minarah College, please visit our website at . Application Deadline 5:00 PM, Friday 12th December 2025. We reserve the right to close this job ad early and appoint a suitable applicant to this role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Only applicants with full working rights in Australia will be considered. Interview Questions At interview the following questions may be asked: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? How many years' experience do you have as a Head of Faculty? Have you completed a qualification in teaching? Have you completed a qualification in business? Have you worked in a role where you had team and or line management responsibility? Do you have experience working with children? Do you have current teacher's registration in Australia? Do you have a current Working With Children (WWC) Check? #J-18808-Ljbffr