Leader of Care and Culture

The College Headmaster is inviting applications from exceptional Secondary Teachers (from any faculty) with a passion and skillset in pastoral care and are active Christians for the position of Leader of Care and Culture - Stage 4 (years 7-8). The role is a Leadership 2 position. The role will commence in 2026.

The successful applicant will be registered with the New South Wales Educational Standards Authority (NESA) and be accredited as a Proficient or an Experienced Teacher. The Leader of Care and Culture – Stage 4 would be accountable to the College Headmaster through the Director of Care and Culture 7-12 for driving student wellbeing for Stage 4, supporting the Secondary Leaders of Learning and Stage 4 teachers in developing and implementing programs and initiatives that support student wellbeing and personal development. They will oversee practices that promote care for students and maintain the College culture. The Leader of Care and Culture is a member of the Senior Management Team of the College.

Wollondilly is a co-educational Christian College operated by the Anglican Schools Corporation. It is a Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 co-educational College located in pleasant rural surroundings at Tahmoor, about 60 minutes from Sydney's CBD. The College strives for educational excellence in a Christian context and includes modern, permanent, air-conditioned buildings. Wollondilly Anglican College endeavours to provide a disciplined, caring, learning community where students and staff pursue excellence and lives are transformed for Christ's glory. With approximately 1,300 students, it has grown to be a College of choice for those in the Wollondilly Shire and surrounding districts.

At Wollondilly Anglican College we focus on three strategic areas - excellence in Learning, Care, and Culture.

• Learning - We will provide high-quality teaching in every classroom, and in every lesson so that all students experience consistently high levels of academic growth.
• Care - Our aim is for every student to be cared for, feel connected to teachers and peers, and experience the safe, loving community that Jesus calls us to provide.
• Culture - We will support all staff and students, within a Christ-centred community, to achieve and contribute to the continued high expectations of the College.

The successful applicants would be committed to growing in and contributing to these three strategic areas at the College.

Why join the team at Wollondilly Anglican College?

Wollondilly Anglican College:

• is a leading PreK-12 College in the Wollondilly region, situated on approximately one hundred acres of beautiful grounds, with modern facilities and surrounded by natural bushland
• employs faithful Christian staff creating a supportive Christian work environment
• is focused on quality learning, care and culture
• has a staff wellbeing committee made up of staff across the College to facilitate support and care for all staff
• has a high retention rate of experienced educators
• has a strong student culture of high expectations of learning, behaviour and presentation
• provides opportunities for developing leadership skills
• utilises an established mentoring and professional development program to support new teachers
• runs an 'onboarding program' for all staff regardless of background or experience to help facilitate their induction into Wollondilly
• is part of The Anglican Schools Corporation, incorporating a broad cross section of independent schools across NSW, with benefits and entitlements transferable across the network
• is actively involved in the local community including the Thirlmere Festival of Steam, WAC Kids Care Meals Ministry etc
• is located within reasonable travel time to Wollongong, the Southern Highlands and South Western Sydney
• is supportive of staff in applying for NESA HSC marking as we value the professional development staff receive by doing this
• provides meals when events are run such as parent teacher interviews, college carnivals and end of terms lunches

The successful applicant will be responsible for leading, supporting and developing the Year 7 and 8 Patrons and working closely with the Leaders of Care and Culture Stage 5 and 6.

Personal skills, attributes and expectations:

It is expected that the Leader of Care and Culture – Stage 4 will:

• Be an active Christian who is involved in a local church
• Be willing to contribute to the Christian Culture of the College through praying with and for staff and leading staff and student devotions
• Be growing in their faith, called to serve and pursuing excellence
• Foster staff cooperation and commitment
• Exercise leadership with integrity, loyalty and honesty
• Display high levels of organisational and communication skills
• Be committed to collaboration across all levels within the College community
• Be an exemplary teacher
• Be engaged in ongoing professional development and open to further study

Areas of responsibility:

• Student wellbeing in stage 4
• Be involved in the development of the learning dispositions for Stage 4 and oversee their implementation with Secondary Leaders of Learning and Stage 4 teachers
• Professional development of staff, including management of pastoral care issues in the classroom and beyond - related to learning dispositions
• Teaching in the faculty that you have experience and qualifications in
• Resource management and budgeting
• Policy development
• Monitoring student attendance in Stage 4
• Supporting the development of Student Leadership in Stage 4
• Proactive in wellbeing initiatives to support students
• Oversee the development of the Wellbeing Framework, pastoral care programs and roll call devotions/wellbeing content for Stage 4
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Leader of Learning, Care and Culture - Stage 3 to support the transition from Stage 3 to 4
• Implementation of the College discipline policy in Stage 4
• Contribution to initiatives and events that enhance the public image of the College
• Reporting at Care and Culture meetings and communication with Leaders of Learning Secondary and Stage 4 teachers relating to care and culture along with student wellbeing
• Monitoring the merit system for students in Stage 4
• Promotion of community events and recognition of student participation
• Transport (bus) issues specific to Stage 4 students
• Work with the College Chaplain in relation to Chapel Services and Programs related to students in Stage 4
• Meet fortnightly with Year 7 and 8 Year Patrons
• Assist in the preparation and completion of regulatory documentation and policies pertaining to care and culture
• MC Formal Assemblies and other formal events involving Stage 4
• Coordinate and oversee Stage 4 Monday Morning Assemblies and Stage 4 Year Meetings
• Monitor and run Stage 4 Lunch-Time Detentions
• Coordinate Year 7 Camp
• Using relevant data to track and monitor student learning and engagement through Stage 4
• Monitor students who are identified as being at risk – socially, emotionally and behaviourally
• Plan, coordinate and implement initiatives that support student wellbeing and promote connectedness across Stage 4
• Work closely with the Leader - Advanced Learning and Learning Support 7-12 to provide input into plans related to the learning, care and wellbeing of Stage 4 students
• Work closely with the Director of Teaching and Learning 7-12 to monitor and support the learning, needs and care for students in Stage 4
• Assume the role of Acting Director of Care and Culture 7-12 if required
• Attend College organisational meetings including some evenings and non-term time as required

Communication:

• Advocacy for staff and senior staff recommendations
• Effective communication of and advocacy for Executive decisions
• Strong personal presence at College community events such as Working Bees, ANZAC Day, Thirlmere Steam Festival, Staff functions

Other roles as determined by the Headmaster

Wollondilly Anglican College is committed to upholding child-safe principles and ensuring the well-being of all students. We adhere to the Child Safe Standards and require all staff to actively contribute to a culture of safety, respect, and care. Successful applicants must support these values and comply with all relevant child protection policies and legislation.

Applications should include a reference or referee details from the Minister of the Church they currently attend.

To apply, please complete the application pack which can be located on the College's website

Only applicants who complete the application pack located on the College's website will be considered for the positions.

The role will commence in term

Applications close Monday, 15 September 2025.

Interested applicants are encouraged to apply early as we may commence the interview process prior to the closing date. Applications will close when a suitable candidate is found and the position will be removed from our website.