Head of House

Senior School Head of House
Promotional Teaching Position | Commencing 2027

Lead a House. Shape a Community. Make a Difference.

The Cathedral School is seeking an outstanding teacher and pastoral leader to join our Senior School as a Head of House. This rewarding leadership opportunity is ideal for a passionate educator who believes that every student should be known, valued, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.

As a key member of the Senior School leadership team, the Head of House plays a vital role in fostering student wellbeing, building a strong and connected House culture, supporting Tutor Teachers, and partnering with families to ensure students thrive academically, socially, and personally. A teaching load is associated with this position.

About The Cathedral School

The Cathedral School is a leading Anglican co-educational day and boarding school in Townsville, educating approximately 1,200 students from Early Childhood to Year 12, including 170 boarders. Guided by our mission of Inquisitive Minds. Kind Hearts. Purposeful Futures., we are committed to nurturing confident, compassionate, and capable young people who are prepared to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the wider world.

About the Role

The Senior School Head of House is responsible for leading the pastoral care, wellbeing, and development of students within their House while creating a strong sense of belonging and community among students, staff, and families.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the wellbeing, academic progress, personal development, and pastoral care of students within the House.
• Building strong relationships with students and families and serving as the primary House contact for parents and caregivers.
• Developing and delivering a comprehensive House program that promotes leadership, character development, participation, and community engagement.
• Leading and mentoring Tutor Teachers to support student wellbeing, positive behaviour, and House spirit.
• Collaborating with pastoral, academic, wellbeing, boarding, and co-curricular staff to provide holistic support for students.
• Planning and coordinating House events, activities, and initiatives that strengthen connection and belonging across the School community.

About You

The successful applicant will be an experienced educator with a genuine passion for pastoral care and student development.

You will possess:

• Current Queensland College of Teachers registration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a pastoral team.
• Strong knowledge of the developmental, wellbeing, and pastoral needs of young people.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with students, families, and colleagues to achieve positive outcomes.
• A commitment to the Anglican ethos and values of The Cathedral School.

Why Join The Cathedral School?

• Promotional leadership opportunity within a highly regarded independent school.
• Make a meaningful impact on the wellbeing and success of young people.
• Work within a supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Contribute to a vibrant day and boarding school community.
• Access professional growth and leadership development opportunities.

Child Safety Commitment

The Cathedral School is committed to the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people. All employees are expected to actively contribute to and support a child-safe culture and will be required to satisfy the School's child protection and screening requirements. Applicants will be subjected to blue card screening, referee checks, identification verification, and will be required disclose any information relevant to their eligibility to engage in activities involving children and young people.

Applications

Applications should include:

• A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
• A current curriculum vitae.
• Contact details for a minimum of two professional referees.

For further information, please visit www.cathedral.qld.edu.au or contact the Human Resources Office.

Applications close: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the School reserves the right to appoint prior to the closing date.

Join us in shaping futures through purpose, passion and character.