Associate Director of Students

3 days ago


Canberra, Australia Canberra Grammar School Full time
  • Seeking an experienced and passionate Educator to join our Primary School’s Leadership team
  • Role commencing January 2025
  • Ongoing Teacher Contract/ 3 years Fixed Term Leadership Contract

About the Role

The Associate Director of Students is a proactive leader focusing the creation of a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment to the School for students, their families and visitors. A major responsibility of the Associate Director of Students is the pastoral oversight and care for each student within the campus. This means that the Associate Director of Students will know each student; their stories and backgrounds and engage with parents in a supportive, compassionate and empathetic manner. This role assists in maintaining learning environments that spark students’ curiosity and desire to learn.

The Associate Director of Students will work in close collaboration with the Director and other Associate Directors, adopting collective responsibility for all students and families across the Primary School. Additionally, the Associate Director of Students will understudy the other Associate Directors as needed.

There is a FTE load for teaching associated with this role.

About You

You are dedicated, passionate and possess the following:

  • A relevant tertiary degree and teaching qualification, specific to the Early Years (Bachelor of Early Childhood, Certificate III or Diploma in Early Childhood Education and Care)
  • Proven experience to develop innovative academic pathways to achieve outstanding academic results for all students
  • Proven experience in the provision of Pastoral Care to effectively meet the personal, social, emotional and academic needs of students
  • The ability to work collaboratively with other members of staff and lead others
  • PYP experience or an understanding of Inquiry pedagogy
  • The ability to implement initiatives, project delivery and change management
  • Administrative and organisational skills
  • Communication and interpersonal skills
  • Commitment to the full life of an Independent school and a willingness to engage in School activities out of regular hours.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience

All team members at CGS are required to have:

  • Appropriate qualifications
  • A valid ACT Working with Vulnerable People Card
  • A current National Police Check; and
  • Full working rights within Australia.

Benefits for you

As a CGS team member, you have access to a range of additional benefits, including:

  • A highly competitive salary and superannuation of 12.5% (for permanent team members)
  • Staff awards programme and generous professional development funding
  • Attractive salary packaging arrangements
  • Complimentary daily barista-made coffee
  • Delicious daily morning tea and discounted lunches
  • Access to the onsite health clinic and annual influenza vaccinations
  • 24/7 access to our Employee Assistance Programme
  • 14 weeks of paid parental leave
  • School fee concessions
  • Onsite parking

Working at CGS

We aim to provide a vibrant and rewarding workplace that showcases your skills with a strong commitment to your professional learning. Working at Canberra Grammar School you will join a community committed to delivering the highest standard of education, inspiring students to achieve personal excellence within a warm and inclusive environment.

We are continuously growing our CGS community with people who are passionate and energetic in their profession and who place student learning and well-being at the forefront of all they do. We invite candidates of all ages, people with a disability and Indigenous Australians to apply.

How to Apply

1. Please refer to the position description below.

2. Please click the ‘Apply’ button and submit the following documents:

  • Cover letter (addressing the selection criteria in the Position Description)
  • Resume/CV

Attachments:
- Associate Director of Students - Info pack.pdf



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