Head of Junior School

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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Whitsunday Anglican School Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Queensland's Leading Regional School

Whitsunday Anglican School is an independent, co-educational day and Boarding School from K - 12, situated in the beautiful surroundings of tropical Mackay and the Whitsunday region. The School provides a balanced education that is focused on intellectual development, personal growth, spirituality, and community service.

The School offers a first-class education with a proven history of outstanding student outcomes and staff development.

About the Role

Whitsunday Anglican School is inviting applications for a Head of Junior School (Kindergarten to Year 6). This is a rare and exciting opportunity in the life of the School. Reporting to the Principal and as a member of the Executive Leadership Team the role will provide strategic, operational, and pastoral leadership for the Junior School, encompassing Kindergarten to Year 6, as well as the Kindergarten, Outside School Hours Care (OSHC), and Vacation Care programmes. The role is responsible for advancing the School's mission, vision and Anglican ethos, and commitment to excellence in education and wellbeing in the Junior School. The Head of Junior School will lead a team of teaching and support staff in creating an engaging, inclusive, and high-performing learning environment where every child is known, valued, and challenged to achieve their full potential.

Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor of Education (Primary) or equivalent
  • Postgraduate qualifications in Education or Leadership (highly desirable)
  • Registration with Queensland College of Teachers or the ability to obtain
  • Demonstrated leadership experience within a primary or Junior School setting
  • Experience in independent or faith-based education (desirable)
  • Demonstrated leadership and strategic planning ability
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills
  • Proven capacity to build teams and foster a collabortive culture
  • Commitment to continous professional learning and development
  • Strong organisational, networking and time management skills

Applications and a cover letter should be addressed to:

The Principal, Mr Andrew Wheaton

Role to commence: 1 January 2026

Applications close:  17 November 2025

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The School reserves the right to appoint prior to the application closing date.

Whitsunday Anglican School takes child protection seriously. All candidates for roles at the School are subject to screening and assessment against child safety standards as part of our thorough recruitment process.



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