
Junior School Assistant Head
3 days ago
Ballarat Grammar is one of regional Australia's leading co-educational schools with a proud history dating back to 1877 and a flourishing community of over 1,900 students from 6 months to Year 12, including around 260 boarders.
- To commence Term 1, 2026 (or later by negotiation)
- Position of Responsibility combined with a teaching load in the Junior School
- Salary range - $82,992 to $124,391 per annum plus superannuation + Responsibility Allowances
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Teaching professional for the Position of Responsibility of Junior School Assistant Head - Student Care and Wellbeing. This role provides educational and pastoral leadership for students and staff within the Junior School.
As part of the Junior School leadership team, this role will develop and maintain effective operational procedures and oversees the range of programs related to student wellbeing policies and practices.
Ballarat Grammar School offers staff a positive and collegial culture, career progression opportunities and generous School fee discounts.
For further information about this position, please refer to the position description here or visit the Ballarat Grammar website.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- Demonstrated experience in leading or coordinating pastoral care, wellbeing, or student support programs in a school setting.
- Deep understanding of child/ early adolescent development and the social, emotional, and academic needs of students in the primary years.
- Knowledge of effective pastoral frameworks, restorative practices, and inclusive wellbeing strategies.
- Strong understanding of child safety legislation and commitment to upholding a culture of safety, inclusion, and respect.
- Proven capacity to lead and inspire a team of teachers or mentors through collaboration, coaching, and shared purpose.
- Proven ability to respond sensitively and effectively to student wellbeing and behaviour concerns, including engaging with families and support staff.
- High-level communication skills (written and verbal), including the ability to manage sensitive conversations with care and professionalism.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
- Applications are to be submitted via the Ballarat Grammar Employment Portal
- Please ensure you provide a current resume and a statement addressing the Key Selection Criteria within your cover letter.
- First round interviews may commence prior to the position closing date.
- For further information, please contact the People and Culture Team on or for a confidential discussion.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 19 September 2025
CHILD SAFETY AND WELLBEING COMMITTMENT
Ballarat Grammar maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse and actively implements measures to identify and manage any risks of harm to students within our school environment. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people are central and fundamental responsibilities of the School. We are firmly committed to fostering a child-safe culture that provides an environment where students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices heard in decisions that affect their lives. Ballarat Grammar values diversity and strictly prohibits any racist or discriminatory practices. All members of our school community share the responsibility to care for children and young people by promptly raising any concerns regarding their safety, promoting their wellbeing, and protecting them from all forms of harm or abuse.
As a Child Safe Organisation, employment with Ballarat Grammar is subject to current and satisfactory:
- National (and international, where relevant) police check, and
- Working with Children Check, and/or
- Victorian Institute of Teaching registration
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