Head of School - Secondary

Accountable for the quality, consistency and day-to-day leadership of the Secondary educational experience and for ensuring that College strategy is implemented effectively within the Secondary context.....

• Leadership Position of Responsibility – 2 Years (with ongoing teaching position)

About Plenty Valley Christian College

Plenty Valley Christian College is a thriving Christian learning community located in Melbourne's northern suburbs, providing education from Early Learning through to Year 12.

With approximately 1,100 students, our College is large enough to offer excellent opportunities for professional growth, while retaining a strong sense of community where students and staff are known, valued and supported.

Our mission is to provide an outstanding education grounded in Christian faith, developing young people who are equipped to flourish academically, personally and spiritually.

We are committed to creating an environment where staff are encouraged to grow professionally, collaborate generously and make a meaningful difference in the lives of students.

The Opportunity

The Head of School - Secondary is the senior educational, pastoral, cultural and operational leader of the Secondary School. Reporting to the Deputy Principal, the Head of School is accountable for the quality, consistency and day-to-day leadership of the Secondary educational experience and for ensuring that College strategy is implemented effectively within the Secondary context.

This is a Senior Leadership Team role and is not an Executive Team role. The Executive Team leads the College as a whole, with responsibility for strategy, organisational sustainability, major people and financial decisions, risk, culture, governance and long-term direction. The Senior Leadership Team connects strategy with implementation by leading key areas of the College, supporting staff, students and families, implementing strategic priorities and ensuring consistent delivery across the organisation.

The Head of School leads through a collaborative Secondary Culture & Community team comprising the Culture & Community Leader - Foundations, Culture & Community Exploration, and Culture & Community Leader - Futures. The Head of Secondary provides direction, alignment, coaching and accountability, ensuring these leaders operate as one team rather than as separate portfolio silos.

Through visible, relational and Christ-centred leadership, the Head of School cultivates a culture where students are known, safe, challenged and supported; staff are encouraged and accountable; families are respected as partners; and systems consistently serve learning, wellbeing and human flourishing.

Key Responsibilities

The Head of School - Secondary leads the Secondary School as a flourishing Christian learning community and connects whole-College direction with strong, consistent campus implementation, within the following areas of responsibility:

· Strategic Leadership and Secondary School Direction· Leadership of the Secondary Leadership Team· Teaching, Learning and Educational Excellence· Christian Education and Student Formation· Student Wellbeing, Pastoral Care, Behaviour and Inclusion· Staff Leadership, Capability and Culture· Campus Operations, Resources and Educational Delivery· Enrolments, Transitions and Family Partnership· Communication and Community Engagement· Risk, Compliance and Continuous Improvement· Financial and Resource Stewardship

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• A genuine and active commitment to the Christian faith and the mission and values of Plenty Valley Christian College.
• Appropriate teaching qualifications and current Victorian Institute of Teaching registration, or eligibility for registration.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver engaging and effective Primary teaching.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bring strong curriculum knowledge
• Proven leadership capability
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, wellbeing, and school improvement.
• You are skilled in leading teams, fostering positive school culture,
• Managing operations, and using data to inform strategic decision-making

. A relevant postgraduate qualification

Commitment to Child Safety

PVCC is committed to child safety and the wellbeing of all students.

We have zero tolerance for child abuse. Our school actively works to listen to and empower children, and we are committed to the protection of children from abuse.

All applicants must be aware that this role involves child-connected work and is subject to child safety legislation, including Ministerial Order 1359 and the Child Safe Standards.

The successful applicant will be required to:

• Hold a current Working with Children Check (WWCC) or Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration prior to commencement
• Undergo a National Police Records Check
• Provide references that address their suitability to work with children
• Adhere to the school’s Child Safety and Wellbeing policy and Child Safety Code of Conduct at all times.

PVCC is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safety, participation and empowerment of all children, including those from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island backgrounds, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, children with disabilities, and children who are vulnerable or disadvantaged.

Why Join Plenty Valley Christian College?

At Plenty Valley Christian College, you will join a growing Christian school community where education is about more than academic achievement.

You will work alongside committed and passionate educators who value collaboration, professional growth and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

• Join a supportive and collaborative Primary teaching team.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• School fee benefits for eligible staff.
• A welcoming Christian school community.
• The opportunity to contribute to the education and formation of young people from ELC through to Year 12.

How to Apply

If you are an enthusiastic Secondary educator who shares our commitment to Christian education and is excited about making a difference in the lives of students, we would love to hear from you. Applications close 14 October 2026

Please submit your application, including a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria and a current curriculum vitae via the 'Apply to this Job' button below.

Employment type: Leadership Position of Responsibility – 2 Years (with ongoing teaching position)

Location: Plenty Valley Christian College, Melbourne's northern suburbs

Plenty Valley Christian College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.