Head of Junior School

Head of Junior School

• Full time permanent position
  
• Commencing in January 2026
  
• Located in the Whitsundays Region
  
• The purpose of this role is provide strategic academic operational and pastoral leadership for the Junior School
  
• Independent boarding co-educational K Year 12
  
• SH#7513
  

School Profile

SchoolHouse is working in partnership with one of Queenslands leading day and boarding schools situated in the beautiful Whitsundays region. This school has a strong academic reputation and caters for students in Kindergarten to Year 12. Staff enjoy working in a school with a strong educational reputation offering excellent remuneration and collegial teams.

Benefits of working at this school

• Competitive remuneration including salary packaging options and additional superannuation contributions
  
• Supportive and collegial environment that values collaboration empowering staff to make meaningful contributions to student learning and the Schools values
  
• Strong culture of learning with highly engaged and motivated students
  
• Staff fee concessions for children attending the school
  
• Relevant and engaging professional learning opportunities to foster ongoing career growth and development
  
• Comprehensive First Aid and CPR training provided
  
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential wellbeing support
  
• Health and wellbeing initiatives designed to promote and support staff wellbeing
  

Employment Requirements

• Queensland College of Teachers Registration (or eligibility to gain)
  
• Working Rights for Australia (or eligible to gain) including WHV or Skilled Migrant Visa
  
• Appropriate qualifications and experience teaching subjects outlined above
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• A genuine commitment to upholding and promoting the values and ethos of the school
  

Application Process

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Lisa Gunnigan
Recruitment Consultant SchoolHouse

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