Head of Students (10 - 12)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Catholic
Teaching level
Secondary
Closing date
4 September 2026
About John Paul College
School type
Co-educational
Year range
7-12
School staff (FTE)
177.8
106.5 teaching · 71.3 non-teaching
Students per teacher
12.2:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,300
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
9%
Girls vs boys
610 girls · 690 boys
Socio-educational background
Around the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
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Role description
Join Our Team at John Paul College!
John Paul College, Frankston is a Catholic co-educational secondary school with a rich heritage in the traditions of the FCJ sisters and the Marianists. We believe every student’s success is grounded in quality learning and teaching, and a school culture that fosters wellbeing, promotes resilience and inspires faith in action.
Our staff are supported through ongoing professional learning, collaboration and a culture that values Unity, Support, Growth and Responsibility. We are committed to developing leaders who positively influence others and contribute to a thriving school community.
We are currently seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates for the role of Head of Students (Years 10-12) to commence in January 2027. This senior Position of Leadership plays a pivotal role in leading student engagement, wellbeing and belonging across the senior years. The successful applicant will lead a team of Heads of Year and work collaboratively with colleagues to create the conditions that enable all students to thrive. The role oversees the Years 10-12 pastoral program, leads the implementation of the College's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), and works in partnership with students, staff and families to achieve positive educational and wellbeing outcomes.
Responsibilities:
- Lead student engagement, wellbeing, attendance and behaviour support across Years 10-12 through the College's Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
- Provide leadership and support to Heads of Year in responding to student wellbeing, attendance and behavioural …