Job Description
About the Opportunity
John Paul College (JPC) is seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our Secondary School as Dean of Studies. This is a unique five (5) year opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping academic excellence, driving curriculum innovation, and ensuring the highest quality of learning outcomes for every student from Year 7 to Year 12.
As a key member of the Secondary School Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership in curriculum design, assessment and reporting, student pathways, academic integrity, and the oversight of the College's senior academic programs.
This opportunity has arisen following the departure of a long‐serving member of our Secondary School Leadership Team, who is relocating overseas to be closer to family. We are seeking an exceptional and relational leader to build upon the academic excellence already established at the College, drive high performance into the future, and lead with purpose in alignment with our strategic intent and College values.
The Dean of Studies – Secondary leads with vision, purpose, and a deep commitment to academic excellence.
Responsibilities
* Lead, mentor and build a high‐performing team of Heads of Faculty, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, instructional excellence, and accountability across all faculties.
* Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a future‐focused, vertically aligned curriculum from Year 7 to Year 12, in full compliance with ACARA, QCAA, and ISQ requirements.
* Oversee the College's senior subject offerings, including General, Applied, VET, and University Subject pathways, ensuring equity, breadth of choice, and successful student outcomes.
* Oversee all external assessment programmes including NAPLAN, QCAA, AARA, and ATAR preparation, ensuring full regulatory compliance and effective communication with all stakeholders.
* Lead the College's approach to academic integrity, responsible AI use, and assessment risk management, ensuring fair, valid, and authentic assessment practices.
* Develop and embed robust quality assurance processes that ensure all assessment and reporting practices meet regulatory standards and drive a culture of continuous improvement.
* Provide strategic oversight of Careers, VET, and academic pathways, including acceleration, gifted education, and dual enrolment programmes.
Qualifications
* Proven success in a senior academic or curriculum leadership role within a secondary school setting, with demonstrated impact on teaching practice and student achievement.
* Expert knowledge of contemporary curriculum design, the Australian Curriculum, QCAA Senior Syllabus requirements, and assessment and reporting frameworks.
* Demonstrated experience in overseeing external assessment programmes, AARA processes, and QCAA Quality Assurance requirements.
* Experience in leading Careers, VET, and student pathway programmes, including the capacity to build and sustain strategic partnerships with industry and tertiary institutions.
* Exceptional skills in using data to drive academic outcomes, inform strategic decision‐making, and design targeted interventions.
* Outstanding communication, interpersonal, and relational leadership skills.
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft applications and demonstrated capacity to quickly master new digital systems and platforms.
* Strong alignment with and demonstrated commitment to upholding the College's core values of Mutual Respect, Integrity, Compassion and Excellence in all interactions.
* Current QCT registration and relevant teaching qualifications (Master's degree in Education or related field preferred).
* Current First Aid certification.
* Eligibility to work in Australia.
* Willingness to undergo employment screening and meet child‐safety legislative requirements.
* Hold a current Blue Card prior to commencing employment.
Why Join John Paul College?
John Paul College is a leading independent co‐educational school in Queensland, known for its commitment to innovation, inclusive learning, and academic excellence.
* A vibrant and collaborative professional environment.
* Exceptional facilities and resources.
* Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development.
* A values‐based community where every staff member can thrive.
John Paul College is an equal‐opportunity employer, and we encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.
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