Moriah College is an independent, co-educational Jewish school offering Preschool, Primary, and High School education. Nestled between Centennial Park and Queens Park in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs, the College prides itself on providing the highest standard of Jewish education.
Moriah College offers a dual curriculum of Secular and Jewish Studies. It provides secular education, which exceeds the standards required by the various New South Wales authorities. At the same time, it provides a comprehensive and enriching Jewish Studies curriculum, faithful to the College’s founding philosophy. The educational program at Moriah College recognises the individual needs and interests of the students as well as the needs of the Community – maintaining a balance between the need to preserve and the need to respond to social, economic and cultural change.
Commencing in Term 3 or soon thereafter, an exciting new position is available for a Head of Student Life to join the High School Leadership Team.
The Head of Student Life plays a pivotal leadership role in fostering a cohesive, inclusive, and positive learning environment across Years 7–12. This role leads the strategic development, implementation, and continuous improvement of student life and wellbeing programs, ensuring every student feels connected, safe, and respected.
Key Responsibilities:
Leadership and Culture
- Lead and mentor the Student Life Team and Heads of Stage.
- Promote a consistent and responsive approach to student development and pastoral care.
- Foster a culture of academic rigour, openness to growth, and service.
Wellbeing and Support
- Drive a whole-school approach to wellbeing, behaviour, and student support.
- Collaborate with educational and counselling staff to implement proactive, student-centred strategies.
- Oversee transitions, risk assessments, and personalised learning plans.
Community and Engagement
- Build a culture of belonging, diversity, and respectful relationships.
- Partner with families and external professionals to support student outcomes.
- Oversee key student events, assemblies, and wellbeing programs.
Strategic Leadership
- Lead continuous improvement in student wellbeing and pastoral care systems.
- Contribute to policy development and strategic planning.
- Maintain current knowledge of best practices in education and wellbeing.
Teaching
- Maintain a 0.2 FTE teaching load, modelling excellence in classroom practice.
Selection Criteria:
- NESA accreditation to teach.
- Valid Working with Children Check.
- Current First Aid and CPR certification.
- Postgraduate qualifications in education, leadership, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience in a senior or executive leadership role (preferred).
- Proven ability to lead strategic initiatives in student wellbeing and pastoral care.
- Deep understanding of contemporary educational and wellbeing practices.
- Experience managing teams, budgets, and risk in a school setting.
- Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to ethical, values-based leadership.
Application process:
To apply for this position, you will need to be an Australian Citizen/Resident/have a current Australian Work Visa.
In your application, please include a detailed cover letter and your CV.
Referees will be requested during interview stage.
A detailed position description will be provided to shortlisted candidates prior to interview.
Applications close Friday 23 May, at 3pm.
Any offer of employment will be subject to background checks and child protection screening, offers may be made prior to the closing date.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
We are not accepting applicants from Agencies without express request.
Moriah College provides a dynamic working environment where staff are valued, and students are committed to learning. Moriah College is committed to providing a child safe environment where students are safe and where child protection, safety and wellbeing with our school are our priority. All appointments will be based on merit selection without reference to the religion of applicants. An empathy with the Modern Orthodox Jewish Day School ethos is essential.
