Visionary Leader in Student and Staff Wellbeing

The Friends' School is seeking a visionary leader to join our leadership team as Director of Wellbeing. This permanent, full-time role will commence in 2026 with flexibility for a start at either the beginning of Semester 1 or Semester 2.

This development reflects the strategic commitment to placing student and staff wellbeing at the heart of our work.

With the increasing complexity of student needs and evolving challenges in mental health and pastoral care, the Director of Wellbeing will ensure a cohesive, whole-school approach to wellbeing from Early Learning through to Year 12.

This alignment ensures that wellbeing is not seen as an ancillary support but as an integral part of the learning environment.

The Director of Wellbeing will be a central figure in realising the School's Strategic Plan by leading initiatives that promote resilience, connection, and positive mental health outcomes for our students.

As convenor of the E–12 Pastoral Care Committee, the Director will foster collaboration across all sections of the School ensuring consistency in pastoral practices and equitable access to support services.

Additionally, the position will directly supervise school psychologists and work closely with the access and inclusion team creating a unified and responsive framework that can better meet the diverse needs of the school community.

Through this leadership role every student feels supported known and valued.

• Provide strategic leadership in the development implementation and evaluation of the School's E–12 wellbeing framework.
• Champion child safeguarding and ensure compliance with national and state legislation and standards.
• Oversee inclusive practices that support neurodiverse learners gifted students and students with additional needs.
• Lead wellbeing initiatives for both students and staff promoting resilience positive relationships and a safe inclusive work environment.
• Mentor and guide a team of wellbeing leaders psychologists and pastoral care staff.
• Collaborate with sectional leaders to embed wellbeing practices within curriculum and pedagogy.
• Strengthen parent engagement and community partnerships to support wellbeing initiatives.
• Monitor wellbeing trends and use data to inform continuous improvement and innovation.
• Represent the School in key committees and provide regular reporting to the Principal and Board.

We are seeking an experienced leader who holds appropriate tertiary qualifications in education and/or wellbeing-related fields.

Current Teachers Registration Board of Tasmania registration or eligibility to obtain and current Working with Vulnerable People registration employment category are also required.

The successful applicant will have extensive experience leading whole-school or organisational wellbeing frameworks.

They will demonstrate expertise in child safeguarding legislation policies and practice proven leadership in fostering inclusive cultures where diversity is celebrated strong capacity to mentor staff build positive relationships and strengthen community connectedness excellent interpersonal communication and collaboration skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage complex situations drive innovation and deliver measurable outcomes is also essential.

A commitment to the Purpose and Concerns of The Friends' School and the Quaker ethos is required.

Wellbeing – Free Employee Assistance Program annual flu vaccinations and wellbeing initiatives No cost use of Friends Health & Fitness conditions apply.

Financial & Leave Benefits – Salaries are exclusive of super Staff discounts on school fees Paid parental leave priority childcare access.

Professional & Community Engagement – Induction programs social events and opportunities to contribute to outreach programs like Relay for Life Loui's Van and Red Cross Blood Donation.

The Friends' School is a leading Independent School in Tasmania offering a globally focused high-quality education from Early Learning to Year 12.

Guided by the Quaker values of Integrity Simplicity Equality and Peace we foster an inclusive supportive and welcoming environment where students and staff alike can thrive.

Lifelong learning is valued not just for our students but for our staff as well A career with us means becoming part of a dynamic community that values collaboration personal growth and meaningful contributions.

Whether in the classroom or beyond our team plays a vital role in shaping the future through education innovation and care.

If you're looking for a workplace that inspires challenges and supports you we invite you to explore the opportunities at The Friends' School.

Here your work matters not just to our students but to the wider community and the world.