Head of Year

We are seeking an outstanding and enthusiastic Head of Year to join our team at St John Bosco College in This is a 1.0 FTE ongoing position, commencing on January 1, 2026.

St John Bosco College is a Catholic co-educational College in its eleventh year of operation. The College is situated in Piara Waters, a southern suburb of Perth, Western Australia. We commenced in 2015 with students from Kindergarten to Year 2. In 2025, we have 1350 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12, as well as an OSHC facility and an Aboriginal Families as First Educators Playgroup. Our innovative building design has a focus on shared, flexible learning spaces which support best practice, 21st century teaching and learning methods.

The College motto "JOY IN LEARNING" is strongly exemplified in the person, life and teachings of our patron, St John Bosco. Our vision for this new Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12 College is creating a flourishing environment in which every student can experience the joy in learning and thrive in a Catholic learning community, where development of the whole person is of utmost importance. The mission of staff is nurturing our students so that they can become successful learners, confident, creative, and active informed citizens, who are able to contribute positively to society. Our philosophy of education at St John Bosco focuses on the image of the child, the learning process, the environment, partnerships and community.

The outline of the role of the Head of Year is as follows:

1.   VALUES, SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Model and maintain the joy and love in teaching and learning, as captured by our College Motto "JOY IN LEARNING" and the Catholic ethos and traditions of our patron St John Bosco
• Be able to incorporate into the teaching and learning program, the example of how Jesus lived using "The Fruits of the Holy Spirit"
• Demonstrate an understanding of current pastoral and educational issues, particularly the education and care of students in a Catholic co-educational College
• Demonstrate exemplary leadership skills, a high degree of professionalism, excellent communication and organisational skills, including team building and mentoring
• Possess a minimum four-year degree and a commitment to further studies towards Accreditation and postgraduate qualifications
• Have a high level of expertise in the application of digital technologies.
• Commitment to Student Safety and Wellbeing consistent with the CEWA Child Safe Framework

2.   PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Be a creative, flexible, innovative and enthusiastic teacher
• Be able to foster strong relationships with all members of the College Community
• Show initiative and participate fully in College activities
• Be an enthusiastic and cooperative team person who will work collaboratively with all staff

3.   MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

3.1. Mission

• Actively live and promote the College Mission
• Possess an ability to create a flourishing environment in which every student can thrive in a Catholic learning community, where development of the whole person is of utmost importance
• Be able to nurture students to become successful learners who can contribute positively to society
• Assist in planning whole College events and activities as required by the College Leadership Team

3.2. Pastoral

• Model exemplary pastoral care and management of students
• Introduce teachers to and challenge them with innovative, effective and evidence-based pastoral care methods, e.g. trauma informed practice
• Foster positive relationships with students and their families
• Communicate and collaborate with parents as partners in student learning and behavioural concerns
• Support staff in implementing the College's behaviour management procedures including effective conflict resolution processes
• Liaise with relevant staff and external agencies
• Implement pastoral care programs and procedures
• Develop leadership potential in students
• Organise the induction into the year of new students and their families
• Organise and chair case-management meetings

3.3 Teaching and Learning

• Possess a sound knowledge of the Western Australian Curriculum and of the Religious Education guidelines if teaching Religious Education
• Work collaboratively with Heads of Learning Area and Learning Support Coordinator
• Work collaboratively to lead, create and implement a wellbeing program based on innovative, effective and evidence-based practices
• Coordinate the development of the study skills of students
• Organise and conduct relevant year group assemblies, parent information evenings, on year specific pastoral matters including those related to curriculum and subject selection
• Following review of student academic reports and regular monitoring of academic performance, support students to enhance their learning

3.4 Administration

• Lead and manage a team of pastoral care teachers and organise procedures, daily routines and activities to engage students each morning
• Plan and manage a Year Level budget
• Contribute to College publications
• Plan and organise year group social events in conjunction with student leaders
• Coordinate the overall planning and management of year level events including parent guest speakers

3.5 General

• Create a culture of high personal standards and expectations across the staff and students of their year level
• Facilitate Year Level meetings as appropriate to disseminate information and to foster collegial discussion and growth.
• Assist the Middle Leadership Team and Leadership Team with the development of staff, including staff induction, professional growth and performance management
• Participate in all College-based professional learning activities
• Perform extra-curricular duties
• Other duties as directed by the Principal

Applications Close: Monday 25 August, 2025

Applications made directly through SEEK will not be considered. Please follow the application process below.

SPECIAL SKILLSSpecial skills are needed to be involved in a Foundation College and applications are invited from applicants who possess the following attributes:

• Actively support the Catholic ethos of Catholic Education and St John Bosco College and a willingness to promote and support Catholic values as a member of the Bosco community
• Demonstrate the capacity and enthusiasm to build community by participating in College activities in collaboration with staff, parents, students and the St Francis Xavier Parish
• Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a demonstrated capacity to improve student learning

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Have a four-year teaching qualification
• Display excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Have a commitment to Child Safety and Protection consistent with the CEWA Child Safe Framework
• Current Teachers Registration (includes National Police Clearance)
• Current Working with Children Check
• Possess, or be willing to obtain, Accreditation for Middle Leaders in Catholic Schools

FURTHER INFORMATION

Salary level: Step 1 – Step 10

Promotional Allowance: Category 2, Level 1

This is a full-time, ongoing Position Commencing Semester 1 2026, with a review in the third year.

Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, people of all ages and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. To be eligible to apply for this role you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.

All queries should be directed to Mr Kevin Sheehy on or by email to

TO APPLY

Applicants must submit an application form and a letter of application to the College directly, explaining their reasons for applying for this position and address the special skills that are needed to be involved in a Foundation College. This must be addressed to the Principal, including the names and contact numbers of three referees, one of whom must be the current employer.  Please note, applications made directly through SEEK will not be considered.

Application forms are available from the College website and all required information should be forwarded to The Principal, St John Bosco College.

By Email:

By Hand: Monticello Parkway, Piara Waters WA 6112

Applications Close: Monday 25 August, 2025.