Head of Senior School (Year 11 -12)
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Primary
Salary range
Closing date
14 October 2026
Posted 24 Sep 2026
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School type
Co-educational
Year range
K-12
School staff (FTE)
181.7
126.5 teaching · 55.2 non-teaching
Students per teacher
9.7:1
teaching FTE basis
Total enrolments
1,224
Indigenous students
2%
Language other than English
26%
Girls vs boys
527 girls · 697 boys
Socio-educational background
Well above the Australian average
Source: ACARA My School data
Role description
Situated within moments of the CBD, International Grammar School (IGS) is Sydney's unique independent, coeducational, and secular school offering quality teaching from Preschool to Year 12. Our unique multilingual language program immerses students in a second language every day.
Unity Through Diversity is our vision for an equitable, inclusive and regenerative world.
We are seeking an experienced and highly capable educational leader to join IGS as Head of Senior School, providing strategic, educational and operational leadership across Years 11 and 12. Working in close partnership with the Deputy Principal Senior School, the Head of Senior School will help shape a culture of excellence and high expectations where students are engaged, supported and motivated to achieve, thrive and flourish.
Commencing in 2027, this is a full-time position, with the leadership appointment offered for a three-year tenure. This is a broad and influential leadership role with responsibility for the effective day-to-day operation and ongoing development of the Senior School. The Head of Senior School will provide leadership across academic achievement, student wellbeing and attendance, educational programs, student pathways and mentoring, while fostering a positive, respectful and connected Senior School community. The role will also lead and support key members of the Senior School leadership team, strengthen relationships with students, staff and families, and ensure effective systems and practices underpin a safe, purposeful and high-performing learning environment.
The successful candidate wi…