HEAD OF YEAR

Mercy College
Commencement Date: 1 January 2027
Application Closing Date: 9am Monday, 24 August 2026
Capacity: Full-Time 1.0 FTE, ongoing

Mercy College is a Catholic, co-educational College in Koondoola, Western Australia founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1972, serving more than 1,600 students from Kindergarten to Year 12. As a Christ-centred, child-focused faith and learning community, we celebrate the rich cultural diversity of our College, and are guided by the Mercy values of Justice, Compassion, Service, Excellence and Dignity.

At Mercy College, we believe that the education, growth, and pastoral care of our students are shared responsibilities among all staff. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Head of Year to play a vital role in ensuring students in their Year Group have every opportunity to experience an education aligned with the College’s vision statement.

As Head of Year, you will collaborate closely with the Deputy Principals, Pastoral Care Teachers, CAVE Staff, and the Counselling and Wellbeing Team to create a positive and supportive learning environment for our students. Your leadership will be pivotal in fostering an inclusive and nurturing atmosphere where every student can thrive.

This position holds significant standing within the College community, serving as an important and influential leader among the teaching staff. As an integral part of the Middle Leadership Team, you will contribute to shaping the educational journey and overall well-being of our students.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact on students' lives and guiding them towards a bright future, we invite you to apply. Join us at Mercy College and be a part of a community dedicated to excellence in education and pastoral care.

This position is 1.0 FTE full-time and offers an ongoing contract from 1 January 2027. 

For further information, job descriptions and to apply, please refer to the College website https://mercy.wa.edu.au/employment/  

Applications close at 9am on Monday 24 August 2026.

We encourage early applications, as we reserve the right to close this ad early if a suitable applicant is found.