Management - Schools (Education & Training) Term : Full-time permanent leadership position for a fixed term of five (5) years with the potential to extend
Role : Head of Junior School (ELC to Year 6)
Reports to : Principal (Strategic) and Deputy Principal (Operational)
Classification : Executive Leadership Team The Head of Junior School position is a rare and exciting opportunity for a dynamic, enthusiastic, passionate and organised educator and leader to join our vibrant Junior School Team.
This senior role leads and oversees our early childhood centre and Kindergarten to Year 6 community working with a growing dedicated team.
As a member of Snowy Mountains Grammar School Executive Leadership Team, this inspiring and authentic professional will embed the School's Vision, Mission and Values of Courage, Authenticity, Respect and Empathy in all they do to play a significant role in fostering a love of life and learning in our precious young community.
The Head of Junior School will have an exciting and contemporary vision to lead the ELC and Junior School Team to deliver exceptional academic, pastoral care and wellbeing programs for our students and has oversight of all day-to-day operations.
In addition, they will drive continuous improvement and innovation across the Junior School and ensure diverse opportunities are offered within our co-curricular program.
Permanent full-time employment is offered plus the additional responsibility of the HOJS leadership role being a five-year fixed term opportunity (and the potential to renew the leadership position by mutual agreement for further terms).
ABOUT SNOWY MOUNTAINS GRAMMAR SCHOOL Snowy Mountains Grammar School is an inspiring dynamic Early Learning to Year 12 co-educational school, for both Day and Boarding students, located in the pristine Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales.
It is the leading school in alpine Australia, inspiring a love of learning and life in our young people.
Snowy Mountains Grammar School offers an exceptional educational journey to students. Our outstanding contemporary learning programs and practices, unique and extensive range of co-curricular activities including Aviation, Equestrian, Mountain Biking and Snowsports Academies, academic, creative and performing arts, robotics, technology and sport offerings in addition to our well-equipped facilities, offer an unrivalled opportunity which continues through to graduation.
As a leader in Australian education, Snowy Mountains Grammar School has been formally recognised with multiple Innovative School Awards, named as Boarding School of the Year and has also been a National Finalist for Best Co-Curricular Program, Best Regional School, Best Primary School and Innovation in Curriculum Design.
Snowy Mountains Grammar School truly has a strong reputation for excellence, innovation and nurturing well-rounded young people.
How to Apply Please apply online via Seek.com.au and provide the following :
A Cover Letter addressed to Principal, Dr Andrew Bell (no more than 1 page), outlining your suitability to the role A Response to the Selection Criteria (3 pages total) obtained from our website under Employment A Curriculum Vitae including : Current Working with Children Check, NSW Confirmation of New South Wales Education Standards Authority (NESA) teacher registration status or equivalent if not in NSW The Names and contact details of three (3) professional referees or willingness to provide these if further progressing Eligibility to work in Australia To be considered, applications must be submitted by 5.00 pm Monday 2 December 2024.
Please note that the School reserves the right to fill this position prior to the closing date. The successful applicant is expected to meet the ongoing requirements of a Working with Children Check, NSW, adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy, School Code of Conduct and other policies.
It is anticipated that the selection process will occur during December 2024, with the role ideally commencing Term 1, 2025 or by negotiation with the successful applicant.
Salary, remuneration and leave entitlements will be provided to the preferred candidate and consider relevant qualifications and experience.
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