Head of Junior School / Director of Primary
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
17 October 2026
Posted 18 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
247.5
153.7 teaching · 93.8 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.3:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,436
Indigenous students
1%
Language other than English
30%
Girls vs boys
595 girls · 841 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
St Andrew's Cathedral School
St Andrew's Cathedral School is an innovative, independent Anglican school located in the heart of Sydney. Guided by our vision to educate generations to know their infinite worth and develop their gifts for a purpose, leading with hope as co-creators of a responsible future, we are committed to academic excellence, authentic Christian faith, and the holistic development of every student.
We are looking for an exceptional, authentic, future-focused educational leader to join our Senior Executive Team as Head of Junior School / Director of Primary Education.
This is a significant leadership opportunity for an accomplished Primary Educator who combines educational excellence and strategic leadership with a deep commitment to Christian service, community and the learning and wellbeing of children.
The successful candidate will provide strategic, educational, pastoral and operational leadership across the Primary School, incorporating the Junior School and Gawura, ensuring every student is known, challenged and supported to thrive
What is the Role?
Reporting to the Head of School and working closely with the Senior Executive Team, Primary School leadership teams and Head of Gawura School, the Head of Junior School / Director of Primary Education will shape the educational direction and student experience across Kindergarten to Year 6.
As a member of the Senior Executive Team, the role will also bring a Primary School perspective to whole-school strategy, planning and decision-making, contributing to a coherent and connected K–12 student journey.
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