Senior School Chief & Student Wellbeing Leader

Hutton Consulting; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Presbyterian Ladies’ College, Melbourne, invites applications for Head of Senior School. You will lead academic rigour, student wellbeing and co-curricular balance for Years 7–12, reporting to the Principal and serving on the College Executive.

The role emphasises strategy execution, staff development and strong family engagement in a Christian school community. You will translate strategy into a cohesive Senior School experience, strengthen middle leadership, and uphold child safety and

Qualifications

• Commitment to Christian faith and leadership to sustain PLC’s mission.
• Proven ability to strengthen teaching, learning and wellbeing in girls’ education.
• Translate College strategy into Senior School improvement using data and student voice.
• Develop middle leaders and staff through mentoring and professional learning.
• Oversee Senior School operations, budgeting, compliance and safety.

Responsibilities

• Shape tone, culture and educational experience for Years 7–12.
• Translate strategy into a cohesive student experience with rigour and joy in learning.
• Lead middle leadership development and staff mentoring.
• Ensure effective transitions, inclusion and pathways for students."
• Model the College’s purpose and values in daily leadership and community engagement.

Skills

Christian leadership

Student wellbeing

Academic care

Data-informed practice

Strategic leadership

Education

Education degree qualifications

VIT registration or eligibility

Working with Children Check

Postgraduate qualifications preferred

Job description

Presbyterian Ladies’ College, Melbourne, invites applications for Head of Senior School. You will lead academic rigour, student wellbeing and co-curricular balance for Years 7–12, reporting to the Principal and serving on the College Executive.

The role emphasises strategy execution, staff development and strong family engagement in a Christian school community. You will translate strategy into a cohesive Senior School experience, strengthen middle leadership, and uphold child safety and