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HEAD OF YEARS 10-12

A leadership role focusing on student well-being

Applications are invited from experienced teachers to lead student well-being for students in Years 10 to 12. The position will commence at the beginning of the 2025 school year.

About Us

Rouse Hill Anglican College (RHAC) is a well regarded independent co-educational Christian school with over 1600 students from Pre-K to Year 12.  The College is committed to a professional, collaborative and supportive workplace for all employees. Located in the Hills District in Sydney’s northwest, the College has modern facilities, is very well resourced and can be easily accessed by car or the Metro Northwest rail.

Overview of the Role

The Head of Years 10-12 is responsible for the leadership of the student well-being (10-12). This involves the oversight of the respective Year Advisors and their Year teams. The Head of Years 10-12 supports and leads staff in the areas of student wellbeing, Child Safe practices, behaviour management and the implementation of relevant policies.

Christian Education

The College teaches the Bible directly to students, seeks to share a Christian perspective on what students learn, and encourages teachers to teach Christianly.

Preferred Candidates

A Christian who:

  • has a sound understanding of, and personal commitment to, the doctrines and teachings of the Anglican Church, Diocese of Sydney
  • is actively involved in a Christian church
  • is committed to personal prayer and Bible reading
  • is able to create resources for devotions in pastoral care time

A qualified Senior School teacher with the equivalent of 5+ years full-time teaching experience

A leader who:

  • is flexible and responsive to the needs of students and staff
  • can guide a team of Year Advisors and Assistant Year Advisors to support them in leading their respective teams of pastoral care teachers
  • has experience developing and coordinating student wellbeing initiatives
  • is skilled in directly managing challenging student behaviour and responding to student well-being needs
  • can ensure that College policies related to student wellbeing are followed, as well as revise and improve the contents of those documents
  • is able to support and advise teachers in relation to the social, emotional, spiritual and behavioural needs of students in Years 10 to 12
  • is capable of effectively working with parents in relation to identified well-being needs of their children
  • demonstrates a commitment to developing a strong understanding of Child Safe Standards and how to effectively implement them
  • understands the role of confidentiality in managing sensitive issues

Candidates who meet all, or a selection of, the criteria are welcome to apply.

Other Responsibilities

Involvement in College activities and events including:

  • Contributing to the Student Welfare program, including extra-curricular activities and camps
  • Attending Chapel, assemblies and other College activities
  • Undertaking rostered playground or supervision duties
  • Attending College events, including Parent – Teacher nights

The Contract

All teachers at RHAC are employed under the Independent Schools Standards Model Multi Enterprise Agreement (MEA). The MEA outlines teacher’s salaries and their employment rights and responsibilities.

This is a full-time position. The successful candidate will have a teaching allocation (approximately 0.4) and will receive a Level 2 leadership allowance in addition to their base salary.

Child Safety

The College actively promotes the safety and wellbeing of all students and requires all prospective staff to be suitable and committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment.  The College implements the Child Safe Standards developed by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.  All College staff receive annual training in Child Protection.

Our Benefits

  •    Teacher accreditation mentoring support
  •    Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  •    Discounted school fees (where applicable)
  •    Annual flu vaccinations
  •    Weekly staff devotions and prayer groups
  •    Café and barista on site
  •    Staff morning teas
  •    Onsite car parking
  •    Close to public transport

How to Apply

Submit your application by email: employment@rhac.nsw.edu.au. Please write Head of Years 10-12 Application in the subject line.

Please include the following in your application:

  • A concise (500 word approx) cover letter outlining the reason for your interest in this position and how your skills and experience suit the role
  • Concise curriculum vitae
  • The names and contact details of 3 referees

External applicants are also required to provide the following:

  • Current WWCC number
  • Your NESA teacher accreditation status and number
  • A certified copy of formal qualifications relevant to the role

 

Potential applicants are welcome to contact the College to arrange an informal, confidential conversation with a senior member of staff about the role before they formally apply.

Candidates are very welcome to request the current role description before or after they apply.

 

Applications close on Monday 11 November, 2024.