Head of House

About the Position

Girton Grammar School is seeking an experienced Teacher with a focus on student engagement, pastoral care, and student services

within an educational setting.

This is a 3-year position of responsibility with an underlying ongoing teaching position starting in January 2026. For external applicants, teaching methods in Physical Education or English are desirable.

The Head of House plays a crucial role in fostering the well-being, engagement, and academic success of students within their House. This role involves providing pastoral care, promoting student leadership, ensuring strong academic outcomes, and maintaining effective communication with students, staff, and parents. The Head of House will work collaboratively with the Assistant Head of House, House Mentors and other departments to ensure that students are fully supported both academically and personally. This position also includes teaching allocated classes in their subject area.

For the full position description, please see the attachment at the end of the job page.

Why Join Us?

At Girton Grammar, you'll be part of a vibrant school community committed to educational excellence. We provide our teachers with opportunities for professional development, equipping them to become leaders in the education sector. Our strong culture of optimism and respect fosters both personal growth and academic achievement in staff and students alike.

Benefits include:

• Work-Life Balance, 38 weeks of term time per year with flexible arrangements based on operational requirements.
• Professional Growth, access to leadership mentoring and development programs.
• Supportive Environment, paid parental leave for eligible staff, emergent leave, and an Employee Assistance Program.
• Benefits & Wellness, salary packaging, free vaccinations, and an active staff association.
• Community Focus, be part of a close-knit team dedicated to staff and student wellbeing.

Key Selection Criteria / Essential Qualifications and Skills

Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, a Master's degree is desirable.

Experience: Significant experience in a role focused on student engagement, pastoral care, or student services within an educational setting.

Leadership and Strategic Vision

• Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire students and staff within a House system.
• Proven experience in developing and implementing strategic initiatives that foster student engagement, well-being, and academic success.
• Capacity to model and promote the school's values, including equity, respect, and inclusion

Student Wellbeing and Pastoral Care

• Strong understanding of adolescent development and the ability to support students' emotional, social, and academic needs.
• Experience in managing student behaviour and wellbeing programs, including restorative practices and proactive interventions.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and staff to support individual and collective well-being.

Team Collaboration and Staff Development

• Proven ability to work collaboratively with teaching and support staff to enhance House culture and student outcomes.
• Experience in mentoring and supporting staff, including early career teachers, within a pastoral or leadership context.
• Commitment to professional learning and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Communication and Community Engagement

• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and the broader school community.
• Experience in organising and leading House events, assemblies, and community-building activities.
• Ability to represent the House and school professionally in internal and external forums.

Commitment to Equity and Inclusion

• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to gender equality, diversity, and inclusive education practices.
• Ability to identify and address barriers to participation and success for all students, including those from underrepresented groups.
• Familiarity with the school's gender equality policies and capacity to contribute to ongoing improvement in equity outcomes.

Organisational and Administrative Skills

• Strong organisational skills, including the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Experience in using data to inform decision-making, track student progress, and report outcomes.
• Proficiency in digital tools and systems relevant to student management and communication.

How to apply

To be eligible to apply you must hold existing work rights to work in Australia

If you are interested in applying for this position, please provide a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

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Applications close on Sunday, 7th September 2025.

Interviews will commence as applications are received Girton Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint the position before the applications close date.

All applicants must be eligible to work in Australia.

Girton Grammar School is committed to child safety. Candidates applying for teaching appointments must be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. All other staff are required to provide a Working with Children Check (WWCC). Referee checks will be undertaken prior to employment. Girton Grammar is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applications will be treated with strictest confidence.