Head of VCE and Senior Students (Years 11 -12)The Knox School is an independent, coeducational institution from Early Learning to Year 12 in Wantirna South, Victoria.
It boasts a distinguished reputation for providing personalised learning for all students, who become the architects and advocates for their learning journey as they strive to achieve their personal best.
Founded in 1982, The Knox School is a non-denominational establishment.
Its values of Achievement, Care, Empathy, Resilience, Responsibility and Respect are at the core of all its endeavours.
It celebrates each student's uniqueness, and through a close-knit community, they can find their niche and become proud to belong.
Open, collaborative and inclusive, The Knox School invests in its people and offers them opportunities to engage in innovative learning practices.
Staff culture creates the capacity for respectful relationships, innovation, and recognition of TKS as an Employer of Choice.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an energetic, innovative and experienced Head of VCE and Senior Students (Years 11 -12) to join the TKS team.
This is an ongoing teaching role with a two-year tenure as part of the Senior School Leadership Team, commencing Term 1, 2025.
Whilst not a necessary requirement of the role, teachers experienced in Maths, Chemistry, Physics or Commerce are strongly encouraged to apply. The Head of VCE and Senior Students (Years 11 -12) is responsible for the leadership of academic programs at VCE level in conjunction with the Head of Senior School and the Head of Learning, Teaching & Innovation.
The leadership of academic programs at the VCE stage includes the research and implementation of academic initiatives that align with The Knox School's Education Framework.
Additionally, the role has primary oversight and delegated responsibility for student belonging, non-academic programs, and pastoral care through the development and management of age and stage-specific wellbeing and pastoral programs, student monitoring, development and maintenance of the school-home relationship, and the coordination and management of the Academic Coaches.
The role is vital to the ongoing cultural development of the school, leading students, teachers and families through initiatives and programs that align with the school's strategic direction and the school's values of achievement, care and empathy, respect, resilience, and responsibility.
About the role: Encourage a culture of personal excellence in student academic performance.Develop a consistent strategy in supporting the academic and wellbeing journey of each student.Work with individual or small groups of students to provide mentoring and guidance on academic success and pathways.Lead the use of data to inform practice and to personalise learning for all students.Foster a culture of continuous learning, improvement and accountability.Oversee the implementation of wellbeing programs within Years 11-12.Work with the teaching team and Senior School Academic Coaches in matters concerning the exercise of pastoral care, wellbeing and academic care of students.Facilitate a positive and dynamic working environment by developing a team approach ensuring open communication, transparent and effective decision making and collaborative work practices.About you: You are passionate about education, learning, the growth and development of individual students and care about their wellbeing.
Within your sphere of influence, you aim to foster an environment where academic excellence, emotional growth, social connection and curious discovery are nurtured.
You must support the School's vision and ethos and demonstrate the School Values of Achievement, Responsibility, Respect, Resilience and Care and Empathy.
You will be an excellent professional role model for our students, delivering the best possible education and support for each student in your care.
Working at The Knox School offers: Personalised Professional Learning Program for staff.Competitive salary, dependent on skillset and experience.Opportunities for mentoring, progression and career development.Supportive and stimulating work and learning environment set amongst beautiful grounds.Onsite car parking.The ideal candidate: Holds a current VIT registration and current Police Check.Possesses an informed overview of the current Australian and Victorian Curriculums P-12, and an awareness of changes to VCAA Study Designs.Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to professional learning growth through reflection, collaboration and innovation.Has a thorough understanding of contemporary wellbeing and student management practices.Engages effectively with parents, staff, and students to build relationships across the broader community.Has knowledge and understanding of the School's obligations in respect of Ministerial Order No.
1359, the Reportable Conduct Scheme, mandatory reporting, record keeping in relation to student safety and wellbeing, the failure to disclose and failure to protect offences (and any other information sharing and reporting obligations that may arise).
Training will be provided.Has working knowledge of and is able to adhere to the School's policies and student safety practices, including those detailed in the Student Safety at The Knox School Handbook.Satisfactorily completes a values-based interview which will assess suitability to work with children and young people, and ensure that children and young people's rights are respected.Displays a supportive and respectful attitude to students and their families and builds positive connections with all members of the school community.Holds, or is prepared to obtain, a current Level 2 First Aid Qualification, including CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma Training.
The school provides training annually.Commitment to Student Safety: The Knox School is committed to providing a student safe and friendly environment, where children and young people are safe, feel safe and are able to actively participate in decisions that affect their lives.
We have a zero tolerance for child abuse or reportable conduct and are committed to acting in our student's best interests and keeping them safe from harm.
The School regards its student protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a student safe culture.
How to apply: Applicants are invited to submit their resume along with a cover letter by email to Fiona Kapkidis, HR Business Partner at ******.
Resume must include recent teaching experience and the contact details of 3 referees.
Written applications close Friday 15 November and will be reviewed on receipt.
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