Senior School Year Level Coordinator

Nazareth Catholic Community; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nazareth Catholic Community in Adelaide is seeking an inspirational Senior School Year Level Coordinator to lead the pastoral and academic development of students within the Year Level. You will report to the Senior School Head of Student Wellbeing and Deputy Principal – Head of Senior School and drive the wellbeing framework across the year group.

The role focuses on wellbeing, behavior, engagement and pastoral care, promoting inclusion and high standards so every student is known, supported

Qualifications

• Passionate about student wellbeing, engagement and belonging.
• Experienced educator with pastoral leadership skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead pastoral and academic development for the Year Level.
• Implement wellbeing framework and lead care practices.
• Coordinate mentor group teachers for consistent pastoral care.
• Promote engagement, attendance and positive behavior.
• Communicate with students and families to support learning.
• Collaborate with college leaders and external agencies.
• Foster safe, inclusive year-level culture and partnerships.

Skills

Pastoral leadership

Student wellbeing

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Senior School teaching

Job description

Employment Status: Permanent/Ongoing 1.0FTE Teaching Position, plus Position of Responsibility Band 2 Level 2 (3 year tenure)

The Opportunity

The Year Level Coordinator is part of the Senior School Wellbeing Team and reports to the Senior School Head of Student Wellbeing and Deputy Principal – Head of Senior School.

The Year Level Coordinator has responsibility for leading the pastoral and academic development of students within the Year Level.

Working under the direction of the Senior School Head of Student Wellbeing, the role supports the implementation of the College wellbeing framework and provides leadership in student wellbeing, behavior, engagement and pastoral care practices at the Year Level.

The Year Level Coordinator promotes a culture of high expectations, inclusion and care, leading staff to ensure all students are known, supported and able to achieve their full potential.

Key responsibilities include:

• Promote the spiritual life, ethos and mission of the College through visible leadership, modelling Catholic values, supporting prayer and participating in Catholic formation.
• Lead, coordinate and support Mentor Group teachers to ensure consistent approaches to pastoral care, student wellbeing, behavior management and student support.
• Promote positive student engagement, attendance, behavior, presentation and self-management, with clear and consistent expectations and follow-up processes.
• Lead the implementation and ongoing improvement of wellbeing programs and pastoral care practices, using student data to identify needs, coordinate interventions and support case management.
• Meet and communicate effectively with students and families to support learning, wellbeing and behavior, including re-entry processes and behavior support plans where required.
• Work collaboratively with College leaders, support staff, external agencies and those responsible for the religious dimensions of the College to address student needs and support College programs.
• Build a safe, inclusive and respectful year-level culture that strengthens student connection, belonging, identity, voice and leadership.
• Develop strong partnerships with parents and caregivers and support connections between the College, families, other schools and the local Church community.
• Coordinate and support year-level programs and events, including camps, retreats, assemblies, celebrations, parent evenings, carnivals, transition activities and student leadership opportunities.
• Maintain effective administration and accurate documentation of student wellbeing, attendance and behavior, including the use of SEQTA; participate in relevant meetings and reviews; implement College policies and procedures; esc…?

About You

Nazareth is seeking an inspiring and collaborative Senior School Year Level Coordinator who is passionate about supporting student wellbeing, engagement, behavior and belonging, while building a strong and positive year-level culture. The successful candidate will be an experienced educator who demonstrates sound judgement, consistency and a genuinely student-centered approach to pastoral leadership.

They will be skilled in leading, supporting and coaching Mentor Group teachers, building a shared approach to pastoral care, student expectations and behavior management. Through effective use of student data, restorative practices and appropriate intervention and case management, they will help ensure students receive consistent and responsive support.

With excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills, they will build positive relationships with students, staff, families and College leaders. They will confidently navigate complex student matters, work collaboratively with support staff and external agencies, and strengthen partnerships between home and school.

They will actively foster a safe, inclusive and respectful community where students feel connected and valued. Through year-level programs, assemblies, camps, retreats, transition activities, celebrations and student leadership opportunities, they will promote student voice, belonging, responsibility and a strong sense of year-level identity.

They will demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education, providing visible leadership that supports the spiritual life and ethos of Nazareth and recognises the dignity and uniqueness of every student. They will bring a genuine desire to help young people thrive within an inclusive, supportive and faith-filled College community.

For further information refer to the Position Description

Why Us?

At Nazareth, people, relationships and community are at the heart of everything we do. You'll be welcomed into a supportive and inclusive environment where your contribution is valued and your work helps strengthen a thriving community of belonging and connection.