Head of Junior School

Camberwell Girls Grammar School (CGGS), in partnership with ANZUK Executive, invites applications for the position of Head of Junior School. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity within a highly regarded independent Anglican school for girls in Melbourne. The role offers the chance to shape culture, enhance learning, and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

The Community

Camberwell Girls Grammar School (CGGS) is a community dedicated to learning, service and action.

With an extremely proud 105-year history as an Anglican School it is located in the leafy suburb of Canterbury in Melbourne's east. CGGS students range from 3 years old in Early Learning through to young adults in Year 12.

CGGS has a rich and proud culture, defined by collaboration, respect, adaptability, creativity, energy and innovation and is dedicated to building staff abilities to contribute to their own growth and practice and system reform.

About the Role

The Head of Junior School provides educational, wellbeing and strategic leadership across the Junior School and ELC. A key member of both the School Management Team and the Educational Leadership Team, this position plays a central role in shaping culture, enhancing learning opportunities, and strengthening community connections.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Leading day-to-day operations of the Junior School and ELC with students at the centre of decision-making.
• Overseeing curriculum development, assessment, reporting and compliance.
• Championing student wellbeing, positive relationships and safe learning environments.
• Supporting, mentoring and managing Junior School and Early Learning staff.
• Driving enrolment growth and parent engagement in collaboration with Admissions.
• Managing budgets, risk, compliance, and operational planning.
• Representing the Junior School as a visible and engaging leader within the community.
• Deputising for the Principal or Deputy Principal as required.

About YouYou are an inspiring educator and leader, committed to excellence in learning, wellbeing, and the values that shape the Camberwell Girls community. You combine strategic thinking with relational leadership, and bring energy, resilience and clarity to your work.

You will bring:

• Significant leadership experience, ideally as a Head of Junior School.
• Proven expertise in primary/early childhood teaching and learning.
• Strong people management and team development skills.
• Excellent organisational capability and experience in policy, compliance, and operations.
• The ability to build trust, foster community, and engage meaningfully with students, families, and staff.
• A demonstrated commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

The Appointment

• Start date: Term 1, 2026
• Reports to: Principal

To request an Applicant Information Pack or for a confidential conversation, contact:

Ben Crole: ben..education | or Brendan Fraser: brendan..education |

How to Apply

Applications close:  Monday 29 September

 Please submit a single PDF including:

• A one-page cover letter
• A statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria (max. two pages) as outlined in the Applicant Information Pack
• A Curriculum Vitae, including contact details of three professional referees to whom you have reported

Email applications to:

Ben Crole:  ben..education and Brendan Fraser: brendan..education

Applications will be reviewed as received. Camberwell Girls Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Child Safety Commitment

Camberwell Girls Grammar School is a child safe environment with zero tolerance for child abuse. All staff are required to comply with the School's Child Protection policies and procedures.