Inspiring Boarding Academic Leader

St Patrick's College, Townsville; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

St Patrick's College Townsville invites applications for Assistant Dean of Boarding - Academic, commencing in 2027. You will lead academic culture, support learning and wellbeing for boarders, and collaborate with families, staff and boarding personnel to raise outcomes.

The role emphasizes literacy and numeracy initiatives, coordination of tutoring and interventions, and partnerships to foster aspirational learning in a residential Catholic girls' community.

Qualifications

• Holds current teacher registration, or eligibility for registration, with the Queensland College of Teachers.
• Experience in improving student learning outcomes and supporting academic growth.
• Demonstrates leadership, relationship-building and organisational skills.
• Cultural competence with diverse backgrounds, including First Nations communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead academic culture and learning support programs within the boarding house.
• Oversee tutoring, literacy, numeracy and academic support programs to improve outcomes.
• Monitor progress and coordinate interventions for students needing extra help.
• Collaborate with families, teaching staff, Inclusive Education and boarding personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Cultural competence

Wellbeing support

Education

Teacher registration (QLD)

Job description

St Patrick's College Townsville invites applications for Assistant Dean of Boarding - Academic, commencing in 2027. You will lead academic culture, support learning and wellbeing for boarders, and collaborate with families, staff and boarding personnel to raise outcomes.

The role emphasizes literacy and numeracy initiatives, coordination of tutoring and interventions, and partnerships to foster aspirational learning in a residential Catholic girls' community.