Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care
3 days ago
Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care
Full-time, Fixed term tenure of 5 years - permanent appointment as Teacher
Commencing January 2026
About Westminster
Westminster is an Early Learning to Year 12, coeducational day and boarding, Uniting Church school with a proud history and an exciting future. We commit to helping all students and staff achieve more than they thought possible through an adventurous education, which takes place anytime our students are challenged in their learning and when staff explore new opportunities to improve their profession. Since opening in 1961, Westminster's vibrant sense of community has shaped our welcoming, down-to-earth character, enriched by School values of being brave, humble, kind, authentic, resilient and curious.
About the role
Westminster School is seeking an outstanding educator to take up the leadership role of Preparatory School Deputy: Wellbeing and Pastoral Care. This Position of Responsibility supports the Head of Preparatory School and collaborates with the Deputy Head of Prep School: Teaching and Learning and the Coordinator of Wellbeing to lead student wellbeing, pastoral care, and behaviour management across Transition to Year 6.
Key Responsibilities
• Oversee student pastoral care and discipline matters, following the Behaviour Management Policy.
• Support staff with student handling and pastoral care issues.
• Work collaboratively with teaching and co-curricular staff to embed practices that actively support student wellbeing.
• Liaise and consult with parents, staff and students concerning student wellbeing and pastoral needs.
• Maintain appropriate student records and documentation on the School's Learning Management Platform.
• Support the House Heads to deliver high impact house meetings and events.
• Facilitate Year 6 Leadership programs including House Captains.
• Work with the Wellbeing Coordinator to implement and teach a positive education program.
About You
You will inspire and guide staff, support student development, and contribute to a vibrant, inclusive school culture.
A collaborative and relational leader, you will have:
• Demonstrated experience in a Pastoral Care leadership role at Primary level.
• Deep understanding of pedagogy and student wellbeing.
• Ability to build strong relationships with staff, students, and families.
• Accreditation as a Highly Accomplished or Lead Teacher (or working toward it).
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and innovation.
Aa a Position of Responsibility, the role has a 5-year tenure, Band 2 Allowance and permanent appointment as a teacher.
A position description is available on our website under Careers
For further information about this role please contact
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter addressed to Simon McKenzie, Head of Preparatory School.
Applications close 9am Monday 15th September 2025 and will only be accepted when submitted through Seek.
Westminster, where you can achieve more than you thought possible.
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