Head of School
This role is responsible for overseeing the overall operations and strategic direction of the school. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of educational practices, and the ability to manage a diverse team while addressing the needs of students and the community.
About the Role
* Support and lead the delivery of school improvement processes with respect to the academic, wellbeing and vocational pillars and subsequent development of related policies, procedures and practices
* Develop and mentor Head of Campus to ensure effective school operations and a cohesive approach between the two sites
* Maintain an understanding of Federal and State Government funding arrangements to ensure that both Campus student files and recording of student census data is sufficient to pass any audit
Responsibilities
* Lead the development and implementation of student wellbeing, academic and vocational practices to satisfy student outcome targets
* Develop and mentor teachers / youth workers in their classroom practice, including the integration of the school's wellbeing philosophy and vocational framework
* Build and manage effective relationships and connection between other Y Schools
Requirements
* Current Registered Teaching Qualifications, Post Graduate qualifications in Education and/or Educational Leadership
* Significant and successful leadership experience in a Secondary Educational setting of at least 3 years
* A demonstrated knowledge of the educational challenges facing disengaged young people, and the innovative methods needed to help them achieve wellbeing, academic and vocational outcomes
* Demonstrated capacity to develop and maintain an organisational culture based on staff enablement culture and mission and values
* Complete a National and/or International Police Check prior to employment and at the discretion of the organisation
* Currently possess, or be willing to obtain, a positive notice Blue Card in accordance with the Working with Children (Risk Management and Screening) Act 2000
* Achievement of Safeguarding Children Training Certificate and complete annual refresher training
What We Offer
* Enjoy up to $15,900 per year to be salary packaged tax-free for everyday living expenses as part of a non-for-profit organisation
* Join a supportive, inclusive and passionate team in an organisation making a difference
* Free gym membership which includes our fitness classes
* Employee Benefits Program
* Discounts for all Y OSHC Services and Day Care Facilities
* Discounted banking and loan rates
* Discounted private health insurance with Medibank
* Opportunity to participate in and give back to Y programs
* Counselling Employee Assistance Program