Head of Pathways

Welcome to The Lakes College, a thriving and inclusive P-12 independent school located in the heart of North Lakes.

As a Ministry of the Uniting Church, Our Learning Environment stands on the College Values of Faith, Hope, Love, Courage, Community and Justice. We are a community committed to Mission and Service, Allyship and Sustainability.

The Lakes College is a thriving co-educational Christian school that sits within the broader story and identity of the Uniting Church in Australia, fostering the strong traditions of quality education provided in Uniting Church Schools.

The College seeks to produce 'future ready' graduates, who are curious, connected, and people of character. The College develops in students an enthusiasm for learning and provides a strong focus on academic achievement across the disciplines.

The personal development of our students as 'Lakes Learners' is shaped and nurtured through a holistic wellbeing program, including opportunities for spiritual development within a Christ-centred community, designed to build the confidence, resilience and character needed to lead lives of meaning and purpose.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Lakes College is seeking to appoint a Head of Pathways commencing in January 2026.

This middle leadership position works with influence and impact, supporting our students as they navigate their educational and career pathways, giving voice to the strategy and direction of the Secondary sub-school.

As Head of Pathways, you are passionate about meeting the diverse needs of our secondary students and maintaining the quality and industry relevance of the pathways and training delivered.

In your role, you will help students to understand their interests, skills and potential career paths, provide information about educational and vocational options, and support the development of their essential skills as job seekers and 'Future Ready Graduates'.

This role is an exceptional opportunity for experienced or aspirant educational leaders to level up professionally, operationalise strategy and vision and engender a culture of Belonging, Believing and for Becoming.

The Head of Pathways will be required to maintain an active teaching load.

ABOUT YOU

Your love of education will drive you to continually support the students and staff and the outcomes they are wanting to achieve.

To be successful in this role we expect that you address the following selection criteria:

1. Demonstrated experience in the management of tertiary pathways and vocational programs within a secondary educational setting.
2. A detailed working knowledge and understanding of QTAC, VET in Schools and RTO operations and compliance.
3. High level interpersonal qualities and communication skills necessary for leading internal and external stakeholder engagement.
4. Attention to detail and excellent planning, organisational and administrative skills to support the monitoring of program outcomes and the meeting of deadlines.
5. Demonstrated ability to unearth and support the aspirations of students as they navigate a diverse range of vocational and career pathways.
6. Demonstrated commitment to an independent school culture and the values of the College as a Ministry of the Uniting Church.

HOW TO APPLY

Candidates are asked to submit a detailed resume and a covering letter that addresses the selection criteria detailed above.

Please also refer to the College Website (Employment - The Lakes College) for a copy of the position description and candidate information pack.

For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Mr. Mathew Stein, Deputy Principal: Curriculum, Professional Practice and Transformation on or

Please email your application to  by 3:00 pm on Monday 29 September 2025, however the College may close this recruitment campaign sooner should a suitable candidate be confirmed.