Dean Of Students

Position Description
**Dean of Students Years 11-12**

**Position Title**Dean of Students Years 11-12

**Reports To**Head of Secondary

**College**At Geelong Lutheran College it is expected that each staff member will support the Christian

**Objective**ethos of the schools and demonstrate courtesy, cooperation and teamwork with fellow members
of staff. A good example for Christian living is to be given to children and parents by words and
actions.

The Christian Education environment depends largely on the maturity and professionalism of all
staff members co-operating fully with the Head of College, Principal, Heads of Sub-Schools, other
staff and the College Council. Staff are to adhere to the policies and the Lutheran teachings and to
foster the ethos, culture and traditions of Geelong Lutheran College.

**Position**The Dean of Students Year 11-12 will provide Christian leadership in developing culture,
**Overview**community, and establishing and maintaining clear expectations in line with schoolwide

Strategic Vision and Goals.

They will proactively cultivate a positive and caring learning environment for students to
transition effectively into Secondary School and enable them to flourish. They will oversee the
pastoral care, wellbeing, holistic programs, and academic progress of Year 11-12 students
through targeted programs, individualised support, data-informed interventions, and close
collaboration with relevant stakeholders. The role of VCE Coordinator is embedded into this
Dean role.

The Dean of Students Years 11-12 will develop and maintain positive working relationships
with:

- Head of Secondary
- Assistant Head of Secondary
- Director of Staff
- Director of Teaching and Learning
- Inclusive Education Leader
- Dean of Students - 7/8, 9/10
- Pathways Coordinator
- VM Coordinator
- VASS Administrator
- Registrar
- Education Operations Coordinator
- Year Level Coordinators
- Other staff at the College
- Students and parents of the College

The Dean is appointed by the Executive Principal and Head of Secondary. This leadership
position has been constructed over a two-year cycle with an appraisal and probation after 6
months. Remuneration is specified in the Multi-Enterprise Agreement (MEA)
**Duties and Leadership of Learning Community**

**Responsibilities**- Lead, develop, and embed holistic goals for the Learning Community.

Position Description
**Dean of Students Years 11-12**
- Lead Year Level Coordinators and Assistant Year Level Coordinators through weekly

meetings, mentoring, and oversight of their responsibilities, including communication to
parents.
- Lead staff development and uphold expectations to meet student needs effectively.
- Lead Year 11-12 Learning Community programs, assemblies and events.
- Lead the VCE program, ensuring alignment with VCAA guidelines and supporting staff in

its effective delivery
- Embody College values in day-to-day interactions; maintaining daily visibility and

involvement eg. Pastoral Care Group, attendance at student events, camp, excursions/
incursions, performances and extracurricular events.
- Support staff to set individual and team goals and maintain accountability for ongoing

growth and development.
- Model servant and transformative leadership in Christian education to support the

spiritual, moral, and holistic development of secondary staff and students.
- Lead and contribute to the Christian life of the College, including devotions, worship, and

the integration of faith and learning across the curriculum and co-curricular life.
**Pastoral & Academic Programs**
- Lead and monitor the Pastoral Care Program, ensuring it is taught consistently across all

Pastoral Groups.
- Monitor academic programs, ensuring alignment with school processes and VCAA

requirements
- Facilitate transition programs for new and rising students, including transition week,
- Monitor academic progress, engagement, attendance, behaviour, and wellbeing data

weekly; convene support meetings for students at risk.
- Engage in professional networks and self-guided professional learning to stay current

with research and best practices.
- Collaborate with the Inclusive Education Leader to implement adjustments for identified
- Collaborate with the Christian Studies team to develop, implement and participate in

Christian Studies Seminars and Faith Friday.
**VCE Program Leadership & Academic Oversight**
- Coordinate VCE administration processes in conjunction with the VASS administrator to
- Provide timely communication to staff, students, and families about relevant elements of

the VCE program.
- Lead VCE teacher meetings to outline responsibilities and processes, including SAC/SAT

design, delivery, authentication, moderation, reporting and VCE Data Analysis.

communication with relevant stakeholders.
- Collaborate with the Careers and Pathways team to guide students in making informed

with future goals.
- Manage all aspects of VCAA exam administration and logistics ensu