Balcombe Grammar School is an independent co-educational Foundation to Year 12 school located in Mount Martha on the Mornington Peninsula.
The Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle Years 7-9) works to support the responsibilities and duties of the Principal, Deputy Principal, Head of Faith & Wellbeing, Deputy Head of Secondary (Senior Years 10-12) and other leaders across the school. The Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle Years 7-9) works closely with the Head of Year Team in all matters relating to the management and care of students. In conjunction with other leaders, the Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle Years 7-9) will lead and inspire students, staff and parents in processes and practices that nurture and enhance student wellbeing, learning and engagement in school life. They will promote the holistic development of each student within a collaborative and integrated learning community, and will support staff in creating a productive and vibrant learning environment.
The Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle Years 7-9) will have a teaching load of up to 0.6 FTE.
The starting date could be Term 1, 2026, but ideally, the successful applicant will be available at the start of Term 3, 2025.
This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated, organised and passionate educator to assume a senior pastoral leadership position in a beautiful, community-focused, highly effective, and innovative independent school.
To view the position description and for further information please visit
www.balcombegrammar.vic.edu.au
Applications including a cover letter, CV and the details of three professional referees, should be submitted via the Seek website.
Applications close Wednesday 30 April at 9am.
Balcombe Grammar School reserves the right to commence the recruitment process and appoint the position before the applications close date.
CHILD SAFE STANDARDS
Balcombe Grammar School is committed to ensuring that all those engaged in our school promote the fundamental right of children and young people to be respected and nurtured in a safe school environment. We have zero tolerance of child abuse and expect all of our staff to:
1. Be aware of, understand and comply with the School's Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct, including the Child Safe Standards, and demonstrate behaviours in accordance with these.
2. Be in possession of a current Working With Children Check (WWCC) and Police Check, or VIT Registration.
3. Respond according to the school's policies and procedures when interacting with children and young people, taking all allegations and concerns very seriously.
4. Be committed to providing a safe environment for all children and young people, promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety.
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