About this job
The Head of Junior School reports to the Headmistress and is a key member of the Senior Executive team. This role is responsible for leading Abbotsleigh’s Junior School and Early Learning Centre, ensuring strategic alignment with the whole-school vision and fostering a culture of excellence, innovation, wellbeing, and collaboration. The role is responsible for leadership of the Junior School; however, the successful candidate will have a PreK–12 perspective and, for the right candidate, the role will be extended into the role of a Deputy Head of the School, and as such, the HOJS will deputise for the Headmistress and Deputy Headmistress as required.
As an Anglican school, Abbotsleigh seeks a Head of Junior School who is a committed and practising Christian, aligned with the school’s Anglican traditions. The successful candidate will be an active participant in the spiritual life of the school, fostering a community that upholds Christian values and principles.
The Head of Junior School provides visionary leadership to staff and students, overseeing curriculum development, pedagogy, wellbeing programs, and operational management in a highly relational and collaborative manner. They also support the Headmistress in whole-school strategic initiatives and community engagement.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:
- A Pre-K–12 perspective.
- Excellence in leading teaching and learning, ensuring high-quality education through contemporary pedagogy, curriculum development, and innovative practices.
- A commitment to wellbeing, the co-curricular life of the School, and the development of the ‘whole child’.
- Ability to drive strategic improvement, innovation, and change, enhancing student learning, staff development, and overall school performance.
- Capacity to mentor and develop staff, creating a professional culture of collaboration, continuous growth, wellbeing, and excellence in teaching and leadership.
- Strong operational leadership in overseeing the daily activities of the Junior School and Early Learning Centre, ensuring effective resource allocation, compliance, and student wellbeing.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, building strong relationships with students, staff, parents, and the broader community to promote the school's vision and values.
- Commitment to Christian values, fostering spiritual growth and a strong sense of community among students, staff, and families
Offered as a full-time ongoing position commencing in 2025, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold appropriate teaching and leadership qualifications. A Masters in Educational Leadership is desirable.
Abbotsleigh staff comply with the school’s child safety policies and procedures, upholding principles and values that promote the wellbeing and protection of all students. Abbotsleigh has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment.
Hutton Consulting Australia (HCA) is partnering with Abbotsleigh in the search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion and to obtain a Candidate Information Pack, please contact the lead consultant Michael Bignill on mobile 0425 271 822 or email michael.bignill@hutton.education
Application closing date: 5.00pm, Sunday 27 April 2025.
Please ONLY APPLY directly via Hutton Consulting Australia’s website at: https://hutton.education/opportunities.