Head of Middle School - start Term 1 2027
Employment
Full time, Permanent
Subject
General Teaching
Sector
Independent
Teaching level
Secondary
Salary range
Closing date
16 October 2026
Posted 29 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 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 and future-focused educational leader to join our Executive Team as Head of Middle School.
This is a significant leadership opportunity for an accomplished secondary educator who combines educational excellence and strategic leadership with a deep commitment to Christian service, community and the learning, wellbeing and development of young people.
The successful candidate will provide strategic, educational, pastoral and operational leadership for Years 7–9, creating a high-performing, orderly and connected Middle School where students are known, challenged and supported to thrive academically, personally and spiritually.
About the Role
Reporting to the Deputy Head of School (Secondary) and working closely with the Middle School Leadership Team and other key School leaders, the Head of Middle School will shape the educational direction, culture and student experience across Years 7–9.
As a member of the Executive Team, the role will also bring a Middle School perspective to whole-school strategy, planning and decision-making, contributing to a coherent and connected K–12 student journey.
The successful candidate will:
- Provide visible, relational and…