Dean of Student Life 2027 (to fill a parental leave position for a fixed-term)

Aquinas College; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquinas College in North Adelaide invites applications for the role of Dean of Student Life to lead wellbeing, student care programs and community life during a fixed-term parental leave. The successful candidate will work with student leaders and staff to foster a welcoming environment, provide pastoral support and promote the wellbeing and development of students in a Catholic college setting.

Relating easily with young adults, communicating with diverse audiences and upholding Catholic values

Responsibilities

• To support the purposes of the College and to pursue them proactively with students, staff, alumni and the wider community
• Contribute to the unique culture, values and community spirit of the College by having a prominent and positive presence in College life
• Provide pastoral care and personal support to individuals as required
• To foster the overall wellbeing and development of students

Job description

Dean of Student Life 2027 (to fill a parental leave position for a fixed-term)

The Dean of Student Life takes a leading role in the life of the student body at Aquinas, working with student leaders to ensure the College is a positive, welcoming and well-structured environment. In addition to managing discipline, the Dean leads the development, implementation, and oversight of evidence-based wellbeing and student care programs, as well as assisting and supporting students individually.

Key responsibilities

To support the purposes of the College and to pursue them proactively with students, staff, alumni and the wider community

Contribute to the unique culture, values and community spirit of the College by having a prominent and positive presence in College life

Provide pastoral care and personal support to individuals as required

To foster the overall wellbeing and development of students

About you

Relate easily and responsibly with young adults

Enjoy working in a community oriented around young people

High-level interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral, including communicating effectively with a diverse range of audiences.

Be supportive of Catholic values and the ethos of the College

About us

Aquinas College is a Catholic tertiary College in North Adelaide, a residential community of adult learners. The College is home to 197 undergraduate students, mostly from rural and regional areas, who are studying at Adelaide's universities. Aquinas is governed as an incorporated association by a College Council and forms part of the Catholic educational community of South Australia.

Enquiries

Prospective applicants are invited to contact Ms Stephanie Hamra, Manager: Admissions, Alumni & Events at @aquinas.edu.au or 08 000 about this exciting opportunity and to obtain the Position Description.