Head of Houses

Caulfield Grammar School; Saint Kilda Junction; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary competitiveness

12% Superannuation

Professional development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Health & wellbeing activities

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Caulfield Grammar School in Victoria seeks a Head of Houses to foster an inclusive environment and support student wellbeing across selected year groups. The role combines strategic leadership with a teaching load in a 0.4 Time Release + 0.6 teaching arrangement, commencing 1 January 2027 at our Caulfield Campus.

The successful candidate will guide House and Community Life Mentors, drive culture aligned to CGS values, plan programs, manage student records, and mentor students toward academic and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience across year levels.
• Strong coaching, conflict management and communication skills for student wellbeing.
• Experience leading a team or holding leadership responsibilities.
• Pastoral environment experience is essential.
• Excellent planning, organisation and decision making.
• High standards of professional conduct.
• Ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Ability to drive change and inspire culture improvement.
• Experience contributing to culture-driven initiatives.
• Ability to build relationships to support student outcomes.
• Current VIT registration.

Responsibilities

• Select and develop strategies to understand students in the House holistically.
• Uphold high standards of student behaviour and engagement.
• Lead Community Life Mentors to improve understanding of students.
• Respond to behaviour and wellbeing concerns and academic progress.
• Plan and develop a House vision aligned with CGS values.
• Develop and evaluate House programs for inclusive culture.
• Provide opportunities for student leadership and involvement.
• Ensure student voice is sought and valued.
• Model Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours.

Skills

Teaching experience

Coaching

Conflict management

Problem solving

Team leadership

Pastoral experience

Planning & organisation

Professional conduct

Data-informed decisions

Change leadership

Relationship building

Education

VIT registration

Job description

Caulfield Grammar School is a leading, internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 4 campuses, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.

The Role

The Head of Houses plays a pivotal role in fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for students, driving the overall development and wellbeing of those assigned to their House. This role requires a deep understanding of each student’s intellectual, social, emotional, and physical needs, ensuring personalised support through strategic programming, leadership and collaboration with Community Life Mentors. They are responsible for shaping and leading the House culture, aligning it with the values of the school, and empowering students to actively participate in House initiatives.

The Head of Houses also oversees the planning and evaluation of community programs, manages student records, and provides leadership in managing both student behaviour and wellbeing concerns. Through mentoring, professional development, and collaboration with the wider school community, they ensure that all students are supported in reaching their academic and personal potential, while maintaining a safe and inclusive environment.

Multiple Opportunities open to all year levels or interest in Years 7, 8, 9 & 10. These will be 0.4 Time Release + 0.6 teaching load, Fixed Term Position of Responsibility (POR) commencing 1 January 2027 at our Caulfield Campus.

Key Duties

• Select and develop strategies to ensure a holistic understanding of the students assigned to the House, including, but not limited to, a student’s intellectual, social, emotional, health and wellbeing so that students feel a sense of belonging in the house.
• Work with Heads and Associate Heads of School on upholding high standards of student behaviour and engagement, including student code of conduct.
• Lead Community Life Mentors to select and develop strategies to improve their understanding of the students assigned to their Community Life group and House.
• Respond to student behaviour, wellbeing concerns and overall academic progress in line with School policies and values.
• Plan and develop a House vision that aligns with the CGS vision and values.
• Plan, implement, evaluate and revise House programs that build an inclusive, unique House culture to ensure all students feel safe, connected and celebrated and can articulate strengths of their house.
• Provide opportunities for student leadership, including actively supporting appointed student leaders.
• Ensure student voice is sought and valued.
• Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours

Skills and Experience

• Minimum 3 years teaching experience, open to all year levels or an interest in Years 7, 8, 9 & 10
• Ability to utilise strong coaching, conflict management, problem solving and communication skills to optimise student intellectual, social and emotional wellbeing needs.
• Experience leading / managing a team or has taken on leadership responsibility - including goal setting, managing performance and providing feedback and recognition.
• Experience thriving in pastoral environments.
• Exceptional planning, organisation and decision-making skills.
• High standards of professional conduct.
• Ability to use data to inform decisions.
• Ability to drive change and inspire a culture of continuous improvement.
• Experience contributing to key initiatives, programs or projects that drive culture.
• Ability to utilise relationships to deliver desired outcomes for students (including student pathways).
• Hold a Current VIT registration

Please see the attached position descriptions for further information regarding this opportunity.

Why Caulfield Grammar School

Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.

For more information about pursuing a career of excellence at Caulfield Grammar School, please visit our Employment Page.

• Competitive base and 12% Superannuation
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
• Health & wellbeing activities throughout the year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Enquiries: **********@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au

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