Deputy Head of Junior School

Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart, founded in 1882, is a leading Catholic Independent Day and Boarding School located in Sydney's Eastern Suburbs.  The School is co-educational ELC-6, and girls only 7-12.

We are inviting applications for a Deputy Head of Junior School, commencing Term This position reports to the Head of Junior School and works alongside our current Deputy Head of Junior School. Working closely together and in the Junior School setting (ELC-6), one Deputy Head of Junior School will focus on Wellbeing and Operations (ELC-6), and the other will focus on Teaching and Learning (ELC-6). Areas of responsibility are flexible and will depend on the candidate's skill set.

Collectively, the key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating and overseeing Positive Education initiatives, administering wellbeing surveys, and developing new initiatives to address emerging needs
• Facilitating educationally researched wellbeing programs, providing coaching to staff, and supporting student progress within the school
• Leading daily operations, managing community events and other co-curricular offerings
• Providing ongoing feedback, modelling best practices, and team-teaching with teachers to embed shared practice
• Building strong and productive relationships with students, parents, and staff, including handling confidential matters with care
• Leading staff through data analysis, progress tracking, and data-driven decision-making
• Leading staff meetings and teaching teams in creating programs and assessments that reflect current educational research and best practices
• Managing and working alongside the Diverse Learning Team, Leaders of Learning, and the Religious Education Coordinator to support the curriculum development and the academic needs of each student
• Management of the Learning Management System and communication channels
• Proactively contribute to the mission and Goals of the Sacred Heart.

The ideal candidate:

• Accredited with NESA to teach in NSW, and with previous extensive teaching experience
• Postgraduate qualifications in pedagogy, curriculum, educational leadership, or similar will be highly regarded
• Extensive experience and success in a similar leadership role
• Passion for and demonstrated commitment to leading excellence through balance
• Demonstrated ability in maintaining foundations, whilst implementing strategic and innovative change
• Demonstrated capability in leading and inspiring people; creating a culture of high performance, and building capability
• Expert communicator across a variety of platforms, with demonstrated capability in developing and maintaining positive working relationships
• High-level organisational and administrative skills with proficiency in all standard IT platforms
• Current Working With Children Check
• Ability to model the five goals of Sacred Heart Education in interactions with students, staff, and parents

As Sacred Heart Educators, we are:

• Committed to the Sacred Heart Charism
• Optimistic, relational individuals who act with integrity and share their love of learning
• Reflective practitioners who strive for professional excellence

As Sacred Heart Educators, this is our commitment to our students and colleagues within our KRB community.

Amongst other employee benefits, Kincoppal – Rose Bay School offers:

• competitive rates of pay that are above MEA rates
• 17.5% leave loading
• a free staff shuttle service to and from Edgecliff station
• an array of culture-focused well-being and social initiatives e.g. Personal Training, Book Club, complimentary pool and gym access, financial advice, confidential and independent EAP, access to Fitness Passport
• flexibility in hours (subject to timetable)
• a fantastic daily menu of lunches for a nominal fee
• professional learning - an opportunity to tailor your learning to your needs
• an opportunity to discuss and act on your career aspirations
• discounted tuition fees for children of permanent employees
• an opportunity to align your personal and professional values with your workplace
• various salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing

To learn more about life at our School, visit our page onLinkedInand ourWebsite.

Our School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome expressions of interest from any suitably qualified candidates, irrespective of your personal background.

To express your interest in this position, please apply by 21 September 2025.If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential conversation about the role, please contact the Director of People and Culture, Rita Nakhle (e: ; ph:

All applications should include:

• One-page covering letter, specifying if you have a preference in Wellbeing and Operations or Teaching and Learning
• An updated CV.

Please note:

• only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• direct applicants only - no Agency referrals at this time

In accordance with Child Protection legislation all people seeking child-related employment are required to complete a Working with Children Check clearance before employment.