Deputy Head @ William Clarke College

Future Leadership; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

William Clarke College, a leading independent Anglican P–12 school in Kellyville, seeks a Deputy Head to advance its Christ-centred purposes. You will oversee People and Culture, Community Engagement, Enrolments and Counselling Services, and promote high professional standards across the College.

The role requires an accomplished educational leader who is practising Christian, with integrity and a relational leadership style, able to partner with students, families and staff, and to deputise for

Qualifications

• Practising Christian aligned with College mission.
• Proven track record of executive leadership.
• Ability to build trust with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead portfolios spanning People and Culture, Community Engagement, Enrolments and Counselling Services.
• Strengthen culture, drive operational excellence and uphold high professional standards.
• Deputise for the Head of College when required and support strategic decision-making.
• Foster partnerships with students, staff and families to support wellbeing and development.

Skills

Practising Christian leader

Relational leadership

Executive leadership

Job description

• Practising Christian leader aligned with the College’s Christ-centred mission
• Relational and influential leader who builds trust across all College stakeholders
• Accomplished executive leader with a proven record of success

The Position

The Deputy Head is a key member of the Executive Leadership Team, working closely with the Head of College to advance the College’s Christ-centred purpose and strategic priorities. Leading portfolios spanning People and Culture, Community Engagement, Enrolments and Counselling Services, the Deputy Head provides organisation-wide leadership that strengthens culture, drives operational excellence and ensures high professional standards across the College.

This broad and influential role requires an accomplished educational leader and practising Christian who brings integrity, sound judgement and a highly relational approach. The successful candidate will foster strong partnerships with students, staff and families, support the growth and development of staff, contribute to strategic decision-making, and oversee initiatives that enhance student wellbeing and support the academic, social, physical and spiritual development of young people. They will also deputise for the Head of College when required.

The Organisation

William Clarke College is a leading independent Anglican P–12 school in Kellyville, serving 0ver 2,000 students. Established in 1988, the College provides a Christ-centred education that nurtures students academically, spiritually and personally. Guided by its vision to develop extraordinary learners with a passion to serve others, William Clarke combines strong academic achievement with a broad range of co-curricular opportunities and a deep commitment to student wellbeing.

Through its focus on Christian character, purposeful learning and pastoral care, the College equips students to thrive, contribute positively to their communities, and pursue lives of purpose and impact.

Close Date:

November 13, 2026 23:59 AEDT