Visionary Head of Junior School (Reception–Year 6)

St Peter's Girls' School; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

St Peter’s Girls’ School in Adelaide invites applications for the role of Head of Junior School (Reception to Year 6). The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership, guiding school improvement and student wellbeing across a contemporary learning environment.

Reporting to the Principal and a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead staff development, use data to inform practice, and foster belonging across the school community. Start date: Term 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in school improvement and culture
• Relational, values-driven leadership
• Passionate about contemporary pedagogy and student wellbeing
• Experience developing high-performing teams and leadership capability

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership of the Reception to Year 6 Junior School
• Champion contemporary teaching, learning and student wellbeing
• Lead, develop and inspire staff through professional learning and mentoring
• Use research, data and evidence to drive improvement and innovation
• Build strong relationships with students, families and the School community
• Contribute strategically as a member of the Senior Leadership Team

Skills

Strategic leadership

Relationship-building

Staff development

Change management

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership

Degree in Education or related field

Job description

St Peter’s Girls’ School in Adelaide invites applications for the role of Head of Junior School (Reception to Year 6). The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership, guiding school improvement and student wellbeing across a contemporary learning environment.

Reporting to the Principal and a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead staff development, use data to inform practice, and foster belonging across the school community. Start date: Term 1, 2027.