Head of Junior School, commencement in December 2026 (negotiable)

St Sava College · Varroville, NSW

Employment

Full time, Permanent

Subject

General Teaching

Sector

Independent

Teaching level

Primary

Salary range

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Closing date

18 September 2026

18 days remaining

Posted 26 Aug 2026

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About St Sava College

School type

Co-educational

Year range

K-6

School staff (FTE)

15.2

14.2 teaching · 1 non-teaching

Students per teacher

13.2:1

teaching FTE basis

Total enrolments

188

Language other than English

96%

Girls vs boys

100 girls · 88 boys

53%
47%

Socio-educational background

Around the Australian average

More disadvantage Average More advantage

Source: ACARA My School data

Role description

 

St Sava College is a thriving co-educational Kindergarten-Year 7 Serbian Orthodox school, with significant further growth expected over the coming years.

 

The 186-acre pristine and secure property is in south-west Sydney and sits between Campbelltown Rd and Camden Valley Way at 381 St Andrews Road Varroville.

 

 

We are seeking an exceptional Orthodox Christian leader who:

 

·        sets high expectations and fosters a collaborative and supportive culture and a kind and respectful school climate

·        builds a professional learning community that is focused on continuous improvement of teaching and learning

·        uses a range of data management methods and technologies to ensure that the staff and resources are efficiently organised and managed to provide an effective and safe learning environment

·        implements clear, evidence-based improvement plans and policies

·        develops and maintains positive partnerships with students, families and carers and the wider school community

·        supports the mission, values, vision and philosophy of the school

·        demonstrates an excellent knowledge and understanding of evidence-based strategies to improve learning outcomes for students

·        recognises the importance of emotional intelligence, empathy, resilience and personal wellbeing

 

Application process

Applications close  18 September 2026, with commencement ideally in December 2026 (negotiable). Please email your cover letter and CV to employment@stsava.nsw.edu.au and attach NESA approval and subject statement, Working with Children Check details …

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