The SchoolPenleigh and Essendon Grammar School (PEGS) is a forward-thinking and exciting independent school. With 2700 students over three campuses, PEGS is committed to providing academic excellence, an extensive co-curricular programme and care and support for student wellbeing.The RoleOutstanding and experienced educators are encouraged to apply for the senior leadership position of Head of Junior School (boys), commencing January 2020.The Head of Junior School (boys) is a member of the school's executive team and leads 60 staff and 525 boys from Years Prep to 6 at the Essendon Campus. The Head of Junior School (boys):Provides educational and administrative leadership on strategic and operational matters;Leads continuous improvement in contemporary teaching and learning practices, in line with the school’s Culture of Thinking;Has a strong focus on student care and wellbeing, developing and maintaining practices that support student wellbeing and engagement;Works to maintain and extend the academic excellence of its students; andIs an inspiring communicator who builds effective relationships with staff, students, parents and others within and outside of the school community.The successful applicant will have relevant educational leadership experience in a senior role in a Junior School, specifically in developing and leading quality primary school programmes in teaching and learning and student care and wellbeing.Applicants must have VIT registration and the right to work in Australia.To ApplyFor a confidential discussion and to obtain a detailed information package, including the position description and selection criteria, please call Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources on 9016 2205 or email simone.fisher@pegs.vic.edu.au.Applications should include:A letter of application, taking into account your educational philosophy and response to the selection criteria (addressed to Mr Tony Larkin, Principal and no more than three pages)A resume including qualifications and work historyContact details for three professional referees.Applications close 11 June 2019.PEGS is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees will be required to comply with the School's Code of Conduct and applicants will be required to undergo Working with Children Checks and background checks in accordance with this policy. AUDAustralia - VICMelbourne - All locationsWestern SuburbsEssendon3040
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