Assistant to the Head of Senior School

-        Rewarding work in a supportive and collaborative School community

-        Opportunity to join a progressive, independent girls’ school

-        Full time, ongoing position

Mentone Girls’ Grammar is a leading independent school for girls, driven by a strong moral purpose and a progressive educational vision that empowers young women to thrive.  An exciting opportunity now exists for a highly experienced, professional and trusted Assistant to the Head of Senior School to join our community.

This is a key “front of house” role within the Senior School Student Services Office and plays a pivotal part in supporting the Head of Senior School and the effective day-to-day operation of the Senior School. The position also provides high-level administrative support to the Heads of Year and contributes to the smooth, efficient and professional running of the Senior School.

The role will suit an accomplished Executive Assistant (or similar senior administrative professional) who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is confident supporting senior leaders. The successful candidate will demonstrate initiative, discretion and the ability to anticipate needs, while building strong and positive relationships across the school community. A genuine care for young people and a commitment to service excellence are essential.

At the heart of this role is a strong customer service focus. The successful applicant will have a natural rapport with staff and students, a mature and empathetic approach, and the ability to engage sensitively and professionally with parents and other key school stakeholders.

Experience in an educational setting will be highly regarded. Previous applicants need not apply.

For a detailed role description and application requirements, please visit our website

https://www.mentonegirls.vic.edu.au/about/employment/

Applications, addressed to the Principal, Ms Lauren Perfect, should include a full Curriculum Vitae and contact details of three professional referees.  Applications will only be accepted via the School’s website.

Suitable applicants may be interviewed as they apply.

The closing date for applications is Thursday 19 March 2026 at 4:00pm.

* Mentone Girls’ Grammar School is committed to and promotes the safety, wellbeing, inclusion, participation and empowerment of all children, including Aboriginal children, children with a disability and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. 

* Mentone Girls’ Grammar School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and has a zero tolerance of child abuse. To create and maintain a child safe school, Mentone Girls’ Grammar apply Child Safe Standards.

* Mentone Girls' Grammar School has rigorous human resources and recruitment practices for all its staff and volunteers. All of our people, including volunteers and contractors, are required to hold a current Working with Children Check or current VIT Registration as well as undergo an identity check.