Dean of Students - Senior School 2027

Trinity Anglican College; Albury City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Anglican College is seeking a Dean of Students – Senior School to lead student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance and pastoral care for Years 7–12. The role focuses on MTSS, House leadership and faith‑based opportunities within a vibrant Anglican schooling community.

The successful candidate will drive restorative practices, staff development and data‑informed planning to support student formation and engagement.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership, Student Wellbeing or a related field.
• Experience leading a Multi‑Tiered System of Support (MTSS), wellbeing framework or student intervention team.
• Experience leading staff in a middle or senior leadership position within a secondary school.
• Experience with restorative practices, positive education, or trauma‑informed approaches.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation and review of the Senior School behaviour management framework.
• Oversee MTSS and Student Intervention Programmes across Years 7–12.
• Provide strategic leadership of the House system and pastoral care initiatives.
• Coach Heads of House and support staff in wellbeing and formation programs.

Skills

MTSS leadership

Restorative practices

Communication skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Postgraduate qualification in Educational Leadership

Job description

Trinity Anglican College is a co‑educational school with over 1480 students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

We are the largest independent regional school in NSW and a proud member of the AngliSchools. The College has earned a reputation as the ‘school of choice’ in this region because we believe every child has the right to an engaging and joyful school experience.

Trinity is an inclusive, faith‑based community school in the Anglican tradition that values the uniqueness of every child and community member.

Trinity has a dynamic and dedicated staff team. We believe in a collaborative staff culture and staff engagement, playing to people’s strengths and providing opportunities for development and growth.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Dean of Students – Senior School provides leadership relating to student wellbeing, behaviour, attendance, engagement and pastoral care across Years 7–12. Through leadership of the House system and Heads of House team, the Dean fosters a positive, inclusive and values‑driven culture where students feel known, valued and supported to thrive. The role leads pastoral programs, student support and intervention processes, leadership development and student formation initiatives, while supporting the Anglican identity of the College through Chapel and faith‑based opportunities.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide leadership for the development, implementation and ongoing review of the Senior School behaviour management framework.

Promote a culture in which behavioural expectations, respectful relationships and positive citizenship are explicitly taught, modelled and reinforced.

Oversee the development and implementation of programs and strategies that explicitly teach and reinforce positive behaviour, respectful relationships and student responsibility.

Promote restorative practices that encourage reflection, relationship repair, personal growth and positive behaviour change.

Provide strategic leadership of the House system as the primary structure for student connection, pastoral care and belonging.

Lead the development and implementation of pastoral care, wellbeing and student formation programs that support the holistic development of students.

Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the Senior School Multi‑Tiered System of Support (MTSS) and Student Intervention Framework.

Provide leadership, coaching and professional support to the Heads of House team.

Ensure student wellbeing, behaviour and safety concerns are appropriately documented, monitored and escalated.

Use student data and evidence‑informed practices to inform planning, decision‑making and pastoral improvement initiatives.

ABOUT YOU

Postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership, Student Wellbeing or a related field.

Experience leading a Multi‑Tiered System of Support (MTSS), wellbeing framework or student intervention team.

Experience leading staff in a middle or senior leadership position within a secondary school.

Experience with restorative practices, positive education, or trauma‑informed approaches.

Accreditation with NESA.

Current Working with Children Check and National Coordinated Criminal History Check (NCCHC).

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with students, staff and families.

High order critical thinking, analytical and problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop innovative solutions.

Demonstrated commitment to the values and ethos of Anglican education, with the capacity to support student formation, leadership, service and faith development.

FIND OUT MORE

For further information about the role, including the full position description, responsibilities and key selection criteria, please visit the Trinity Anglican College website.

https://www.trinityac.nsw.edu.au/about/working-at-trinity/current-opportunities

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Following the closing date, applications will be reviewed against the requirements of the position and shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview.

Interviews are expected to be held during the week commencing Monday, 19 October 2026.

Candidates who are shortlisted for interview will be contacted directly. All applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application following the recruitment process.

STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT TO CHILD SAFETY

Trinity Anglican College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm. Trinity Anglican College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and, as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations to maintain a child safe culture.