24 senior leader jobs found in Melbourne

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana and Lochend, and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes. Applications are invited from innovative and engaging leaders for the position of Head of Faculty, Visual Arts at the St Kilda Road Campus. This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position with a 3-year position of responsibility including a 0.36 FTE time release and a 0.64 FTE teaching load. This position is commencing at the start of the 2027 school year. With the assistance of a Faculty Coordinator, the Head of Faculty – Visual Arts manages the teaching staff and the curriculum implementation needs of the Arts faculty. An emphasis of the role is to...

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana and Lochend, and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes. Applications are invited from innovative and engaging leaders for the position of Head of Faculty, Commerce at the St Kilda Road Campus. This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position with a 3-year position of responsibility including a 0.14 FTE time release and a 0.86 FTE teaching load. This position is commencing at the start of the 2027 school year. With the assistance of a Faculty Coordinator, the Head of Faculty – Commerce manages the teaching staff and the curriculum implementation needs of the Arts faculty. An emphasis of the role is to effectively...

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana and Lochend, and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes. Applications are invited from innovative and engaging leaders for the position of Primary Years Programme (PYP) Coordinator at the St Kilda Road Campus. This is a full-time, ongoing teaching position with a 3-year position of responsibility including a 0.6 FTE time release and a 0.4 FTE teaching load. This position is commencing at the start of the 2027 school year. The PYP Curriculum Coordinator is a key leadership role responsible for the pedagogical leadership, management and oversight of the Primary Years Programme (PYP) across ECLC to Year 6. The role...

Secure a leadership role for the next 3 years. Full-time position with an immediate commencement unless negotiated. 2 Bonus and 2 Wellbeing Days About Ruyton Girls' School  Ruyton Girls' School is a forward-thinking independent school offering co-educational Early Learning and girls’ education from Prep to Year 12. With a proud history of academic excellence and a strong commitment to wellbeing, curiosity and connection, Ruyton nurtures confident, capable young people who are prepared to lead lives of purpose, contribution and lifelong learning in an ever-changing world. Why work at Ruyton Girls' School  A recognised leader in education, we value and invest in our staff, supporting personal best and individual growth.  We do this by: Prioritising and investing in staff growth through meaningful professional development opportunities. Providing opportunities for connection and collaboration as a K-12 community that embraces a Whole School approach....

Rare opportunity for a dynamic pastoral leader to inspire & shape the senior school journey, driving a culture of excellence, wellbeing & performance. About the Role The Director of Senior Years (10 -12) is a senior pastoral and strategic leadership role responsible for the overall development, wellbeing, and performance of students in Years 10-12. The position leads and coordinates the Heads of House team to ensure a consistent, high-quality approach to behaviour and culture, academic progress and accountability, co-curricular engagement, character formation, and post-school pathways for all boys. With high visibility, strong alignment to school values and standards and pastoral system leadership, the Director of Senior Years is responsible for shaping a positive and supportive culture that promotes excellence, wellbeing and high performance in the Senior School. Key details: Commencing in January 2027 Position of Leadership (tenured) with small teaching...

The Role Applications are invited from outstanding educators and leaders for the full time ongoing position of Deputy Head of Middle School (Boys), Gottliebsen House, Years 7 to 10, at our Keilor East Campus commencing  January 2027. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate and collaborative leader to support the Head of Middle School (Boys) in fostering a culture of academic excellence, student wellbeing and personal growth for approximately 600 boys in Years 7 to 10. The Deputy Head plays a key role in the day-to-day leadership and operation of the Middle School (Boys), working closely with students, staff and families to promote a positive learning environment where every student is known, challenged and supported to achieve their potential. The Deputy Head supports the Head of Middle School (Boys) in leading a team of Year Level Coordinators, Student Coordinators, Heads of Learning Area, Subject Coordinators, and approximately 60 staff members,...

2027 Head of Curriculum and Learning (Secondary) Donvale Christian College is a leading Christian Independent P-12 school with a flourishing learning community that cultivates a culture of purposeful and transformational learning. We believe that each learner has unique God-given capabilities, intelligences and strengths and we seek to design educational experiences that value their diversity, foster their curiosity and empower them to take agency over their own learning. We are seeking an exceptional educational leader in 2027 to join the Secondary Leadership Team as   Head of Curriculum and Learning (Secondary) . This strategic leadership role is responsible for driving curriculum innovation, instructional excellence, assessment and reporting practices, and professional learning across Years 7–12. As the College embarks on its new Strategic Plan, the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping and advancing its vision for teaching and learning, fostering...

2027 Head of Learning Innovation (P-12) Donvale Christian College is a leading Christian Independent P-12 school with a flourishing learning community that cultivates a culture of purposeful and transformational learning. We believe that each learner has unique God-given capabilities, intelligences and strengths and we seek to design educational experiences that value their diversity, foster their curiosity and empower them to take agency over their own learning. Donvale Christian College is seeking an innovative and forward-thinking educational leader to join our College community as   Head of Learning Innovation (P–12) . This strategic leadership role provides a unique opportunity to shape the future of teaching and learning across Prep to Year 12 by leading innovation, learning technologies, digital pedagogy and professional learning within a Christ-centred framework. Working collaboratively with College leaders and teaching staff, the successful applicant will...

 Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana, Lochend and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes. Applications are invited for the position of Deputy Head of Learning in Residence (Operations) in the Boarding House at our Glen Waverley campus. The appointment will commence at the beginning of the 2027 school year for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of extension. Teaching qualifications are preferred for the role with candidates holding a current VIT registration.  For teaching staff in the role, a teaching load of 0.4FTE would accompany the position. Learning in Residence is a contemporary and innovative boarding program for students in...

The Deputy Head of Junior School is a key member of the Sectional Leadership Team. This role is focused on leading and guiding a holistic approach to personalised wellbeing and learning for students.  The Deputy Head of Junior School ensures the careful monitoring of student wellbeing, academic engagement and provision of contemporary student programs, consistent with the College’s Protect-Connect-Engage strategic priorities for student safety, connection and learning.  The role builds positive relationships and leads the staff, students and families within the section. Understanding of the whole student and driving a system that recognises the breadth of individual capacity and achievement is a critical element of the role. Excellent communication will ensure consistent understanding of student progress in their wellbeing and learning across the section. Working with and deputising for the Head of Section, the Deputy Head ensures the smooth running of the Section...

Due to continued growth, Maranatha Christian School is seeking to appoint an experienced and committed Christian educator to join our Executive Leadership Team as Director of Secondary Schools. The Director of Secondary Schools is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic direction and operational leadership of Secondary education across the School’s campuses. This role focuses on academic excellence, student pathways, and preparing students for life beyond school through a Christ-centred educational framework. Reporting to the Principal, the position plays a key role in implementing the School’s Strategic Plan and ensuring effective coordination of student progress, wellbeing and outcomes. Key Responsibilities: Lead Secondary School operations across campuses Promote high standards of teaching, learning and academic outcomes Oversee student wellbeing, behaviour and academic progress Lead, mentor and develop Secondary staff...

Outstanding opportunity for highly capable healthcare professional to lead Health Services at Scotch College. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Head of Health Services to lead and shape the delivery of exceptional healthcare across our vibrant residential school community. Living on campus (preferred, but all applicants considered), this is a unique leadership opportunity for a healthcare professional to combine strategic health care vision with hands-on operational expertise in alignment with best practice standards, school policies and legislative requirements. You will oversee multiple on-campus health centres, ensure the provision of high-quality, student-centred healthcare while fostering a culture of wellbeing, collaboration, and continuous improvement. With a passion for adolescent male health and wellbeing, strong clinical credibility and the ability to build trusted relationships across the community, you will contribute to health...

As Principal of OakTree College, you will provide strategic, educational and operational leadership to an independent specialist senior secondary school dedicated to supporting young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds who have disengaged, or are at risk of disengaging, from mainstream education. Reporting directly to the Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the College's vision, culture and strategic direction while ensuring the delivery of high-quality educational outcomes. The Principal is responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the College, fostering a safe, inclusive and culturally responsive learning environment where students can thrive academically, socially and emotionally. Working closely with staff, families, the Executive Team and external stakeholders, you will drive continuous improvement, promote excellence in teaching and learning, and ensure the College remains fully compliant...

The Role Applications are invited for an outstanding educator and music leader to join our school as Deputy Director of Music. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable teacher and collaborative leader to contribute to a vibrant Music Department and support the continued development of high-quality classroom, ensemble and performance programs. The Deputy Director of Music will be an outstanding leader and classroom music teacher; knowledgeable in music curriculum and in current pedagogical thinking; committed to student well-being and able to demonstrate and model educational leadership in matters of classroom teaching and learning at years 7 to 12. In addition to teaching classroom music and supporting the Director of Music, the Deputy Director of Music is responsible for overseeing the classroom music programme for the Middle and Senior Years and initiating ongoing improvement to the programme and its delivery in line with the values of the school....

ABOUT THE SCHOOL Belgrave Heights Christian School (BHCS) is located in the Dandenong Ranges, Victoria and is a thriving and vibrant educational institution established in 1983 with over 830 students from Kinder - Year 12.  The School’s foundational vision, mission and values, aim to provide a rich Christ-centred education in which to encourage the development and growth of Christian faith in students. All staff support and contribute to this aim with our vision being Knowing Christ, Inspiring Learners and Transforming Lives. The School has enjoyed immense growth and success over the years resulting in a rich history, first class facilities and a beautiful environment in which to work.   Our community is warm and welcoming and our people are our difference.  Working at BHCS is an opportunity to experience a strong, dynamic and supportive culture with a clear vision.   For more of an insight into working at BHCS, we encourage you to view the information and video...

Expression of Interest - Secondary Teaching 2027 At Melbourne Grammar School, we believe education can create extraordinary possibilities in the lives of young people and the communities in which they live. To deliver on this vision, we seek outstanding teachers who are passionate about learning and committed to helping students flourish both in and beyond the classroom. In preparation for the forthcoming academic year, Melbourne Grammar School is inviting expressions of interest for teachers across all subject areas for potential roles (part time and full time), commencing in 2027 at our   Middle   and   Senior Schools . Our School The pedagogical framework at Melbourne Grammar School is based around key developmental stages while taking student variations in learning style, interests and relationships into account. Rooted in this philosophy, we offer a broad and challenging curriculum alongside an extensive co-curricular platform. We create a culture that is...

Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools.  With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana, Lochend and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes.   We are seeking to appoint two experienced practitioners to the full-time (1.0 FTE), temporary position of People & Culture Advisor. These 12-month opportunities are available due to internal movement and parental leave cover, commencing in late September 2026. These hybrid roles have a combination of on-campus and working from home. Successful candidates will be required to work from our St Kilda Road and Glen Waverley campuses several days per week.   Working closely with the broader People & Culture team, the People & Culture...

Lauriston Girls' School is seeking a  Head of Science  to join our community. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced educator who is passionate about curriculum, evidence-informed practice and the development of both students and staff. The successful candidate will lead a collaborative faculty spanning Years 7–12 and work closely with colleagues across the School to strengthen continuity, progression and excellence in Science learning. This is an opportunity to shape curriculum, foster curiosity and scientific thinking, support professional growth, and contribute to a culture of innovation and continuous improvement. About Lauriston Established in 1901, Lauriston Girls’ School has a long-standing reputation for academic excellence, educational innovation, and a deep commitment to empowering young women. From our renowned Howqua Year 9 campus program to our Reggio Emilia–inspired Early Learning Centre, Lauriston is a vibrant and progressive learning...

FTE :   0.8 Duration:    5 October - 16 December 2026 (Term 4) About Fintona At Fintona, our exceptional teachers and staff create a world of active learning where each girl has the opportunity to find her own version of extraordinary. We are renowned for a distinct and challenging approach to academic excellence that celebrates a love of learning across a wealth of disciplines, and for developing girls who move beyond their comfort zone to become fearless and adaptable leaders in their chosen field. Position Information We are seeking an engaging and experienced English Teacher to join our senior secondary teaching team for Term 4, 2026. The successful applicant will teach Years 10-11 English and support students in achieving strong academic outcomes while fostering a love of language, literature, and learning.  As this role includes Year 11 classes, previous experience teaching VCE English is required. The successful candidate will possess: VIT...

The Role Expressions of interest are invited from engaging and passionate Secondary Teachers of Art who are outstanding classroom teachers; knowledgeable in the curriculum area and current pedagogical thinking; and committed to student wellbeing. Teachers at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School are collaborative, creative, ethical, persistent, strategic, reflective, and show a genuine commitment to the School's culture of thinking. We have an exciting replacement teaching opportunity available for Term 4 2026: Part-time (approx. 0.8) fixed-term  Duration: 5 October 2026 to 11 December 2026 Location: Keilor East Campus Teaching: Middle School boys, Years 7 to 10 VIT registration, a current criminal record check and eligibility to work in Australia are required for this role.  Please see the position description for further details. The School Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 2900 students from K-12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor...