Head of Campus

This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned educator, passionate about reengaging students with learning to become the Head of School of our new campus. Working closely with the Executive Principal, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact from day one.

The Head of School role is responsible for overseeing teaching and learning programs and operational management of the school in line with our core principles. While the school caters for students in Years 9 -12, and is accredited for the RoSA and HSC, educational leaders and those aspiring to take the next step in their education management career from both primary and secondary settings are invited to apply.

Reporting to the Executive Principal – NSW, the Head of School is responsible for overseeing all aspects of teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and day-to-day operations of the site, while working collaboratively within the broader Indie School community across regional, state and national settings.

At our school, we create supportive and inclusive learning environments for students who may not have found success in mainstream settings. Through individualised learning plans, small class sizes, and a strong focus on relationships, students are empowered to reconnect with education, build confidence, and realise their potential.

What distinguishes us is our foundation in Adult Education principles, where choice, independence, mutual respect, and accountability shape both our culture and our expectations.

This role offers the opportunity to lead a team that changes lives every day.

• Actioning approved Development Plan and school model
• Policy and Procedure implementation. Providing recommendations for change to State Principal and/or Executive Principal for Quality and Compliance approval
• Draft production of Annual School Report
• Staff management including recruitment (as per approved Development Plan), annual performance reviews and disciplinary action, as needed

• Ensure compliance against school policies and procedures
• Manage the day-to-day running of the allocated location(s), including student and staff support and management
• Manage a functional unit with a complex set of objectives and significant resources, including operational responsibilities of defined teams
• Assist with efficiency analysis, applying solution-focused approach to managing inefficiencies and with regard for quality and compliance aspects
• Assist with planning, proposals and implementations of school improvements, demonstrating proficiency within the work area's existing rules, regulations, procedures and systems
• Undertake high-level creative and effective planning, programming and managerial functions, with clear accountability for performance and outcomes
• State regulatory body liaison, including ongoing compliance with school registration and auditing requirements
• School data collection, review and reporting, as per internal and external timelines and requirements
• Expenditure as per approved budget
• Comprehensive knowledge of relevant and related programs
• Subject teaching, as per employment contract and/or as required

• A deep understanding of effective teaching, learning and classroom management practices
• Demonstrated experience as an exemplary teacher
• Demonstrated capacity for educational leadership within a school setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead a team and to work within a team
• High-level decision-making skills with minimal consultation to upper Management
• Providing high level solutions to problems and following through with improvement of outcomes

• Qualification in Teaching
• Hold a current accreditation
• National Police Check, issued annually
• Current Australian Driver's Licence
• Current and valid Working with Children Check

• $160,135 per annum (plus superannuation)
• A company laptop and phone are provided with this position
• A company car will be provided with this position
• Salary packaging through Maxxia