Assistant Head of Senior School

St John's Grammar School; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

St John’s Grammar School in Belair, South Australia, seeks an Assistant Head of Senior School to lead student wellbeing, culture and behaviour, reporting to the Head of Senior School and contributing to the Secondary Executive.

The role maintains a 0.62 FTE teaching load within a full-time permanent structure, with a three-year tenure and close collaboration with Heads of House, staff, and families to foster an engaged and thriving Senior School community.

Qualifications

• Experience in building a connected school community and positive culture with a strong background in student welfare and pastoral care.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Exceptional teaching record with a demonstrated ability to produce outstanding outcomes for all students.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that enhance student wellbeing, culture and engagement.
• Work collaboratively with staff, students and families to address student needs.
• Contribute to strategic improvement initiatives across the Secondary School.
• Provide support to Heads of House and teachers with student behaviour management actions, including working directly with student and families.
• Maintain a teaching load (0.62FTE) while modelling excellence in classroom practice.

Skills

Leadership

Pastoral care

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

About Us
St John’s Grammar School is a dynamic E–12 co-educational, independent Anglican school nestled in the beautiful hills of Belair, South Australia. Our school is structured into four sub-schools: Early Learning Centre (3 and 4 Year Old Programs), Junior School (R–6), Middle School (Years 7–9), and Senior School (Years 10–12). We pride ourselves on providing a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment where students are empowered to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our long-term vision is to develop articulate, confident young people with a strong social conscience—leaders who contribute meaningfully to society with compassion and integrity.

The Opportunity
We are seeking a passionate and experienced educator to join our school as the Assistant Head of Senior School. Reporting to the Head of Senior School, the Assistant Head of Senior School is a member of the Secondary Executive team and provides leadership in the areas of student pastoral care, culture and behaviour. The role works closely with Heads of House, teachers and families to support positive student outcomes and foster a connected and flourishing Senior School community.

The successful applicant will:

Lead initiatives that enhance student wellbeing, culture and engagement.

Work collaboratively with staff, students and families to address student needs.

Contribute to strategic improvement initiatives across the Secondary School.

Provide support to Heads of House and teachers with student behaviour management actions, including working directly with student and families.

Maintain a teaching load (0.62FTE) while modelling excellence in classroom practice.

This leadership opportunity is a three year tenured role, with the teaching component being a full time permanent position.

About You
You are a compassionate and strategic educator with a deep understanding and commitment to student education. You bring strong leadership, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset to support students, staff, and families.

Qualifications & Experience

Experience in building a connected school community and positive culture as well as a strong background in student welfare and pastoral care.

Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

Exceptional teaching record with a demonstrated ability to produce outstanding outcomes for all students.

Please note that this role will start in Term 1, 2027. Applications close on Thursday, October 1, 2026.