House Leader

Whitefriars College Inc; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitefriars College in Melbourne invites expressions of interest for the position of House Leader commencing at the beginning of 2027. The role supports the leadership of the College and contributes to delivering the Mission and Values Statement and wellbeing programs.

The House Leader collaborates with staff, pastoral care, subject teachers and leaders across the College, guiding student faith formation, learning and wellbeing.

Job description

Whitefriars College is a Catholic boys' school in the Carmelite tradition. We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and experienced teacher for the position of House Leader commencing at the beginning of 2027.

This role exercises a professional relationship of support and loyalty to the leadership of the College, which shapes and implements the school’s vision. The House is a significant organizational unit for the delivery and implementation of the College’s Mission and Values Statement, Learning @ Whitefriars Framework, Global Citizenship definition, wellbeing programs and student management processes and procedures. The House Leader requires an understanding of the holistic development of a student – spiritual, intellectual, emotional, physical and social.

Under the leadership of the Deputy Principal – Students, the House Leader is a collaborative and an active member of the Wellbeing Team and the House Leader Team.

A House Leader is a key contributor to the collaborative decision-making processes across the College. A key responsibility is to lead and inspire all staff to build their capacity to foster the student’s faith formation, learning and wellbeing. An understanding of contemporary practices is essential.

The House Leader’s role involves collaborating with student leaders, Pastoral Care Teachers, subject teachers, parents, Deputy Principals, Middle and Senior Years Coordinator, Student Activities Coordinator, Learning Leaders, Transition Coordinator, Development Office, Chaplains, College Counsellors and Learning Support personnel.

This is a three-year Position of Leadership (POL) appointment.

It is expected of all employed at Whitefriars College that they accept and support the ethos of the Carmelite order, and activities directed at the broader aims of the College (eg the Carmelite mission in Timor-Leste).

Whitefriars College is a Child Safe school. This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.