Leading Secondary College | Multiple Leadership Opportunities
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Maryborough, VIC
Are you a visionary educator ready to shape the future of student wellbeing or inclusive education? A leading ecumenical, independent Year 7-12 College in the Maryborough region is seeking two dynamic leaders to join their team.
This "relationship-rich" school of approximately 500 students is a community where every individual is known. They offer class sizes capped at 25, providing the time needed to teach well and build meaningful connections. Whether you are commuting from Ballarat, Bendigo, or surrounding towns, we invite you to apply for these pivotal POR 2 leadership roles. For the right candidate their may be potential for relocation assistance.
Position 1: Head of Learning Diversity
Tenure: 3-Year Fixed Term (with substantive ongoing teaching position)
Provide strategic leadership to ensure students with diverse needs participate fully in College life. You will serve as a critical "lens for inclusion" across both the Student Wellbeing and Curriculum Advancement teams.
- Key Focus: Lead whole-school NCCD audit readiness, including student identification, data validation, and staff support.
- Team Leadership: Coordinate a dedicated team of Learning Diversity teachers and Education Support staff.
- Student Support: Oversee IEP development, SSG/PSG processes, and evidence-based programs like MACQLIT.
- Capability Building: Build staff capacity to implement reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices.
Position 2: Head of Year
Tenure: Fixed-term until 31 December 2026 (with substantive ongoing teaching position)
Lead student wellbeing at a specific year level, ensuring students are safe, supported, and positively engaged.
- Wellbeing Leadership: Use SEQTA to monitor trends in behavior, attendance, and engagement to provide proactive support.
- Relationship Management: Support DELTA Mentors and use restorative practices ("Living in the Green") to foster a positive cohort culture.
- Programs & Events: Organize and run year-level camps, assemblies, and personal development programs (e.g., Teen Mental Health First Aid, Careers, or Peer Support).
- Advocacy: Partner with parents and carers to support individual student growth and celebrate achievement
Required Skills & Experience
- Teaching Credentials: Current VIT registration (or eligibility) with strong secondary teaching experience.
- Specialized Knowledge: * For Diversity: Deep understanding of the NCCD, DDA 1992, and Disability Standards for Education.
- For Head of Year: Strong understanding of adolescent development and restorative behavior management.
- Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, manage complex stakeholder conversations, and coordinate programs.
- Values Alignment: A commitment to our GRACE values (Growth, Respect, Aspiration, Compassion, and Excellence)
Why Join Our client?
- Flexible Working: Our client offers flexible scheduling, job-sharing, or part-time options to support work-life balance.
- Inclusive Community: We welcome staff from all faiths and backgrounds to our inclusive, ecumenical community.
- Child Safety: We are strictly committed to a child-safe environment; all staff must comply with our Child Safe Code of Conduct.
How to Apply
Don't miss this opportunity, Apply NOW!
For expressions of interest please feel free to call/SMS Cassie on 0459 699 736. Or send me an email at cassie.devlin@randstad.com.au
