Director of Student Development and Wellbeing

6 hours ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia Canberra Grammar School Full time
About Us

We are a leading educational institution, Canberra Grammar School, committed to delivering exceptional education and fostering a warm and inclusive environment.

Job Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Senior School Team as the Director of Student Development and Wellbeing. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing student wellbeing and creating a positive school experience for students and their families.

Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position is $120,000 - $150,000 per annum, depending on qualifications and experience. As a CGS team member, you will have access to a range of benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary and superannuation package
  • Staff awards program and generous professional development funding
  • Attractive salary packaging arrangements
  • Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
  • Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
  • Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Program
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave (for permanent team members)
  • School fee concessions (for permanent team members)
  • Onsite parking
Job Description

The Director of Student Development and Wellbeing plays a crucial role in leading programs that support Senior School students' academic, personal, and social development. This position focuses on enhancing student wellbeing and fostering a positive and inclusive Senior School experience for students and their families.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement programs to enhance student wellbeing and create a strong sense of community
  • Lead teams to deliver high-quality student development programs
  • Maintain relationships with students, parents, and staff to ensure effective communication and collaboration
  • Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness, making recommendations for improvement
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • Experience in the care of students or young people in a school environment
  • Demonstrated understanding in handling sensitive and confidential matters
  • Experience in leading and managing teams
  • Demonstrated ability to handle difficult conversations
  • Contemporary understanding of wellbeing in schools and relevant academic research
  • Strong communication skills with students, parents, and staff: both written and verbal
  • The ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team
  • Strong attention to detail, including following procedures, ensuring high-quality output, and taking action where required
  • The ability to plan and organise – prioritise, schedule, use available resources, drive workflow, problem solve, manage competing deadlines
  • Possess a proactive, flexible, and versatile attitude that is responsive to changing priorities
  • Excellent influencing skills – possess a personable and approachable nature with the ability to communicate effectively and develop relationships with people across the organisation
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and an aptitude for learning new IT systems such as those used at the School (CGS Connect, Synergetic, REACH)
  • A current and active teacher's registration issued by the ACT TQI, demonstrating compliance with professional standards and eligibility to teach in the Australian Capital Territory
What We Offer

We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of students and their families, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

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