Dean of the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence

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Dean of the Northholm Institute for Cultivating Excellence - Northholm Grammar School (NSW)

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Located in Arcadia, NSW, Northholm Grammar School is a leading coeducational K–12 Anglican school in a semi-rural setting. Northholm Grammar is a thriving school of over 700 students, defined by academic rigour, deep pastoral care and values-based education. Set on a spacious campus in Sydney's northwest, the School is widely respected for nurturing strong character, promoting service, and encouraging students to take leadership of their lives. Underpinned by a commitment to intellectual excellence, personalised learning and holistic wellbeing, Northholm's culture is authentic, collaborative and aspirational, shaped by high standards and deep purpose.

Closing date September 14, 2025

Location Level 1, Queens Rd, Melbourne VIC, Australia

Type Full-Time

Status Permanent

Contact michael.bignill@hutton.education

About This Job

The Dean of the Northholm Institute is a newly created role that reports directly to the Principal and is a key member of the School's Senior Executive.

The Dean of the Northholm Institute leads the School's new flagship centre for cultivating excellence in learning, leadership and research. This executive role is relational, hands-on and designed to transform instructional practice through team-based coaching, professional learning and classroom engagement. Leading a focused team of instructional coaches, the Dean will embed a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement and research-informed pedagogy, while fostering leadership in both staff and students.

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

  • Commitment to actively support and promote the Christian ethos, values, and strategic vision of Northholm Grammar School.
  • Exceptional instructional leadership skills with the capacity to inspire excellence in teaching and learning across Kindergarten to Year 12.
  • Proven expertise in initiating and embedding innovative, evidence-based practices to drive continuous improvement and educational change.
  • Demonstrated ability to build staff capacity through mentoring, coaching, and professional learning that fosters a high-performance culture.
  • Experience in leading and building teams, managing resources, and implementing strategic priorities to achieve whole-school goals.
  • Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and the wider community.

Offered as a full-time, ongoing appointment commencing in 2026, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC).

Northholm Grammar staff comply with the School's child safety policies and uphold its zero-tolerance policy for child abuse. The School is committed to child wellbeing and protection, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment for all students.

Hutton Consulting Australia is partnering with Northholm Grammar School in the search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion and to obtain the Candidate Information Pack, please contact Michael Bignill on 0425 271 822 or email michael.bignill@hutton.education

Applications close 5:00pm (AEST) on Sunday 14 September 2025.

Please ONLY APPLY directly via Hutton Consulting Australia's website at: https://hutton.education/opportunities.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelExecutive
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  • Employment typeFull-time
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  • Job functionEducation and Training
  • IndustriesBook and Periodical Publishing

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