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Dean of Studies – Secondary
Employment
Full time, Temporary
Subject
General
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
9 July 2026
Posted 20 May 2026
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2,235
Total students
52%
Boys
48%
Girls
147.3
Teaching FTE
121.0
Non-teaching FTE
1,117
ICSEA value
88th percentile · Higher SES
51%
EAL/D Background
2%
Indigenous students
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
About the Opportunity
John Paul College (JPC) is seeking an exceptional educational leader to join our Secondary School as Dean of Studies. This is a unique five (5) year opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping academic excellence, driving curriculum innovation, and ensuring the highest quality of learning outcomes for every student from Year 7 to Year 12.
As a key member of the Secondary School Leadership Team, you will provide strategic leadership in curriculum design, assessment and reporting, student pathways, academic integrity, and the oversight of the College’s senior academic programs.
This opportunity has arisen following the departure of a long-serving member of our Secondary School Leadership Team, who is relocating overseas to be closer to family, and we are seeking an exceptional and relational leader to build upon the academic excellence already established at the College, drive high performance into the future, and lead with purpose in alignment with our strategic intent and College values.
The Dean of Studies – Secondary leads with vision, purpose, and a deep commitment to academic excellence.
You will be responsible for:
· Lead, mentor and build a high-performing team of Heads of Faculty, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, instructional excellence, and accountability across all faculties.
· Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a future-focused, vertically aligned curriculum from Year 7 to Year 12, in full compliance with ACARA, QCAA, and ISQ requirements.
· Oversee the College’s senior subject off…