Head of House

St Michael's Grammar School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff Association

Employee Assistance Program

On-site cafe and facilities access

Staff benefits

Job summary

St Michael’s Grammar School in Saint Kilda, VIC, seeks a Head of House to lead a Years 7–12 community, fostering belonging, wellbeing and academic growth. The role collaborates with a co-Head and wellbeing leaders to guide tutors and support families.

You will mentor student leaders, shape wellbeing programs and coordinate targeted interventions while modelling inclusive leadership and high professional standards in a progressive, values-driven school.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership and staff management in education.
• Strong understanding of student wellbeing and pastoral care.
• Ability to engage and support students across years 7–12.

Responsibilities

• Lead and nurture a connected House culture promoting belonging and engagement.
• Build relationships with students, families and staff.
• Mentor and develop House Tutors and pastoral care practices.
• Support academic, social and emotional development through proactive leadership.
• Collaborate with wellbeing, learning support and educational leaders to provide timely support.
• Use data and professional judgement to identify trends and coordinate interventions.
• Mentor student leaders and empower positive contribution to School life.
• Contribute to ongoing wellbeing programs and initiatives across the School.

Skills

Leadership

Wellbeing & pastoral care

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

VIT registration

Teaching qualifications

Job description

St Michael's Grammar School – Saint Kilda VIC

Head of House (Leadership - 3 year tenure) and ongoing Teaching Opportunity

Leadership Opportunity | Student Wellbeing & Pastoral Care

At St Michael's Grammar School, we believe that exceptional education is grounded in connection, belonging and relationships. We are seeking an accomplished and student-centred educator to join our School as a Head of House, a pivotal leadership role that shapes the academic, social and emotional growth of young people across Years 7-12.

As a Head of House, you will lead a vibrant House community, guiding students, supporting families and developing a team of House Tutors to ensure every student is known, valued and supported to thrive. Working in partnership with a co-Head of House and alongside a highly collaborative wellbeing and educational leadership team, you will play a significant role in fostering student wellbeing, engagement, leadership and achievement.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced educator who is passionate about pastoral leadership and seeks to further develop their leadership capabilities within a progressive and values-driven school community.

Key Responsibilities:

The Head of House will:

• With a 0.40 time allowance you will lead and nurture a connected House culture that promotes belonging, inclusion and student engagement.
• Build authentic and productive relationships with students, families and staff.
• Lead, mentor and develop a team of House Tutors, fostering consistency and excellence in pastoral care practices.
• Support the academic, social and emotional development of students through proactive pastoral leadership.
• Work collaboratively with key wellbeing, learning support and educational leaders to ensure students receive appropriate and timely support.
• Use student data, wellbeing information and professional judgement to identify trends and coordinate interventions.
• Mentor student leaders and empower students to contribute positively to House and School life.
• Contribute strategically to the ongoing development of student wellbeing programs and initiatives across the School.

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A strong commitment to holistic education and student wellbeing.
• Proven leadership capability and experience working with young people.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills.
• The ability to lead and develop colleagues through coaching, support and collaboration.
• Sound judgement and confidence in managing complex student wellbeing matters.
• A commitment to building inclusive communities where all students can flourish.
• A desire to contribute positively to the broader life and culture of the School.

Essential Qualifications & Requirements

• Be aligned with the School’s ethos, vision and values
• Hold a current VIT registration and relevant teaching qualifications
• Demonstrate strong leadership and staff management skills
• Possess expert knowledge of wellbeing and pastoral care practices
• Understand the developmental and learning needs of students across year levels

Why St Michael’s?

• Culture of continuous improvement and celebrating success
• Stimulating work and learning environment
• Student tuition discounts for children of full-time staff, available from commencement
• Exceptional resources and facilities
• Active Staff Association focused on staff collegiality and wellbeing
• Access to the Schools on-site café and sporting complex
• Staff benefits and Employee Assistance Program

St Michael’s Grammar School is one of Australia’s leading co-educational, independent schools, offering exceptional learning opportunities from Kindergarten to Year 12. Renowned for our innovative approach to teaching and learning, we are deeply committed to student wellbeing and fostering a strong sense of social justice.

Student Safety and Wellbeing

St Michael’s Grammar School is committed to Student Safety and Wellbeing. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Student Safety and Wellbeing Policies and Code of Conduct. These documents may be downloaded from the School’s website.

All staff at St Michael’s must:

• Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Safety Policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct and complete regular training in Child Safety standards.
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
• Ensure that your interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in your charge.
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people.