Director Bradfield Senior College

TAFE NSW Life-Changing Careers

Director Bradfield Senior College

St Leonards

Permanent Full-time

Total Remuneration Package $222,889 includes base salary $197,662 plus superannuation and leave loading.

Join Bradfield Senior College: Shaping Futures Since 1993

At Bradfield Senior College, we're not just a school; we're a launchpad for creativity and success. Our vibrant community caters to students in Years 11 and 12, offering a personalised approach that empowers young minds. As part of TAFE NSW, we specialise in HSC and vocational courses that prepare students for dynamic careers in a diverse range of industries.

At Bradfield, we embrace diversity.

You will lead a workplace culture that thrives on valuing individuality, creativity and fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. Be part of a forward-thinking institution that values growth, creativity, and excellence.

About the role

The Director of Bradfield Senior College is responsible for leading and managing the operational and educational delivery within the college. You will provide strategic leadership and advice to ensure effective management of operations. Implementing delivery and operational plans that support quality and innovative teaching practices is a key aspect of the role.

This is a dynamic leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in complex environments, is passionate about educational innovation, and is committed to building an inclusive, high-performing team who deliver real value to students. You will be joining a statewide faculty for the creative and services industries and contributing to delivering talented graduates on their pathway to their careers and to tertiary education.

About You

Bradfield Senior College is seeking a compassionate and visionary Director to lead a team of approximately 25 dedicated teachers and support staff, and to champion an inclusive, student-centred learning environment. You will bring a deep understanding of the unique needs of students who may not thrive in mainstream education, many of whom identify across a spectrum of sexual orientations, learning backgrounds, and support needs. With empathy and professionalism, you will foster a culture of belonging, respect, and excellence.

You will have:

• A degree in a related field of education or demonstrable equivalent skills, knowledge and experience
• Outstanding and inspirational educational leadership with the skills to lead and manage a senior college focused on the delivery of high-quality school and vocational education.
• Demonstrated capacity to contribute to strategic, business and operational management and implement priorities.
• Demonstrated experience in the management, development and delivery of customer focused high quality education and training programs and services.
• Demonstrated understanding of leading-edge technology with its application in e-learning for senior school/vocational students with diverse learning styles.
• High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to build positive relationships and engage all levels of the college, TAFE NSW and educational community.

To find out more about the role, click to view the Position Description.

Our commitment to Diversity, Equality, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culturally safe and accessible workplace where dignity, trust, respect, and the promotion of diversity and inclusion are valued, so you can safely bring your whole self to work and connect with your community through our many diverse employee networks.

If you require an adjustment in the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Manager listed below.

A career of life-changing impact awaits you. Apply now

Applications close 11.55pm AEST Sunday 28th September 2025

To apply for this role, click on 'apply now' and provide:

• Your current resume (PDF)
• Copies of your qualifications, where applicable, (upload as one PDF file). Certified copied preferred; these will be required if successful for the role
• Response to one (1) targeted question when prompted in the application form (max 300 words)

Targeted Question: Describe a time when you led a diverse team to deliver high-quality educational outcomes in a complex or non-traditional learning environment. How did you foster collaboration, ensure compliance with educational standards, and support the wellbeing and success of both staff and students?

General recruitment and adjustment enquiries: contact Sue-Ellen Brown, Talent Acquisition Lead, via email: or phone:

Role-specific enquiries: contact Raf Marcinello, Executive Director Learning and Teaching Group, via email or phone:

For helpful insights into preparing your application, TAFE NSW's recruitment process, and getting interview ready, read through our Application Process and the interactive Capability Application Tool.

This is a child-related position. A Working with Children Check is a prerequisite for anyone in child-related work. It involves a national criminal history check and review of findings of workplace misconduct.

To be eligible for positions at TAFE NSW, you must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport.

A talent pool, valid for 18 months, may be created for this position, and position(s) of the same classification that subsequently becomes vacant, may be filled via this recruitment.