Head of Middle Years

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About Good News Lutheran College

Good News Lutheran College is a growing Prep-12 Christian College located in Melbourne’s western corridor, with contemporary campuses in Tarneit and Mambourin. We are committed to delivering a holistic, Christ-centered education that nurtures academic excellence, character development and student wellbeing.

Why GNLC?

At Good News Lutheran College, we cultivate a high-performing, supportive and values-driven culture where career-focused educators and leaders can truly thrive.

We Offer:

• Generous planning time and collaborative team structures
• A culture that prioritizes professional growth, staff wellbeing and career progression
• A strong and welcoming school community
• Contemporary facilities and future-focused learning environments
• The opportunity to shape and lead the continued development of our Middle Years program

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced, collaborative and forward-thinking Head of Middle Years to join the leadership team at our growing Mambourin Campus.

Reporting directly to the Campus Principal, the Head of Middle Years will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Middle Years. The successful candidate will oversee curriculum delivery, student wellbeing, pastoral care, behavior management and the day-to-day organization of the Middle Years Programme.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the implementation of the Victorian Curriculum and IB Middle Years Programme
• Supporting the academic progress, wellbeing and personal development of the Middle Years Students
• Leading and coaching Middle Years teachers, Pastoral Care teachers, and support staff.
• Overseeing student behavior-management and pastoral care processes
• Building strong relationships with students, staff, families and the wider College community
• Supporting the Christian ethos and contributing to the strategic direction of the College

Selection Criteria

The successful candidate will have:

• Current VIT registration
• Relevant Tertiary teaching qualifications
• Demonstrated educational leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of contemporary Middle Years education
• Excellent communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills
• A commitment to supporting the Christian ethos and values of the College

Special requirements

The successful applicant will be required to completed relevant background, regulatory and professional reference checks

The Recruitment Process

Applications will undergo a shortlisting process, with suitable applicants progressing to the interview stage.

For further information, please visit goodnews.vic.edu.au or email recruitment@goodnews.vic.edu.au

Good News Lutheran College is a Child Safe Environment. Our college actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students. All College staff and volunteers are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment and are expected to comply with the Child Safe Standards, including Ministerial Order 1359. Recruitment practices reflect our commitment to child safety, and all applicants are informed of our child safety policies, including the Child Protection and Safety Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct, available on the College’s website.