Head of Secondary

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Good News Lutheran College Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Good News Lutheran College is seeking a passionate and experienced educational leader to join our Campus Leadership Team as Head of Secondary. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our Secondary Years program within a Christ-centered learning community committed to excellence, wellbeing, and spiritual growth.

About Good News Lutheran College

We are a thriving Christian college dedicated to nurturing students in a caring and Christian environment. Our mission is to inspire learners to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually, guided by the values of the Lutheran tradition.

About the role

The Head of Secondary plays a pivotal role in leading the Secondary Years (Years 7–12), fostering a culture of high expectations, pastoral care, and Christian ethos. Reporting directly to the Campus Principal, this role oversees curriculum implementation, student wellbeing, staff development, and community engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

Christian Leadership

  • Model and promote Christian values across Secondary school.
  • Support spiritual development of students and staff

Behaviour Management

  • Lead behaviour management processes and case coordination.
  • Support staff with strategies and liaise with families as needed

Leadership & Management

  • Drive a contemporary Secondary Years philosophy.
  • Manage staffing, budgets, and facilities in collaboration with leaders.
  • Mentor staff and foster professional growth.

Pastoral Care & Wellbeing

  • Design and implement tailored pastoral care programs.
  • Oversee student orientation, enrolment, and leadership development.
  • Support academic and personal growth.

Curriculum & Data

  • Lead VCE and MYP curriculum delivery and subject selection.
  • Use data to guide teaching and program improvements.
  • Community Engagement
  • Encourage parent involvement and maintain clear communication.
  • Coordinate parent events and progress updates.

Qualifications & Experience

  • Tertiary qualifications in education (postgraduate study preferred).
  • Registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
  • Demonstrated leadership experience in a secondary school setting.
  • Theological training or willingness to work toward accreditation in Lutheran education.
  • Proven ability to lead curriculum, wellbeing, and staff development initiatives.

What We Offer:

  • A collaborative and Christian values-driven working environment
  • Opportunities for professional development and strategic leadership
  • The chance to contribute meaningfully to a thriving and Christ-centred College community
  • If you're ready to help shape the future of our vibrant and growing College, we invite you to apply.

The Recruitment Process

You are requested to attach a Cover Letter and your CV to your application.

Please send any enquiries to

Good News Lutheran College is a Child Safe Environment. Our college actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students. All College staff and volunteers are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment and are expected to comply with the Child Safe Standards, including Ministerial Order 1359. Recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, and all applicants are informed of our child safety policies, including the Child Protection and Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct, available on the College's website.

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