The Chance An exciting leadership opportunity exists for an accomplished and purpose-driven educational leader to join Catholic Special School as Head of Campus at Our Lady of La Vang.
This unique opportunity is to lead a specialist campus dedicated to supporting students with complex learning, communication, health and wellbeing needs to thrive, belong and achieve.
As a key member in the Executive Leadership Team, you will work closely with the Principal to shape the strategic direction of the campus, foster excellence in teaching and learning, lead multidisciplinary teams, and strengthen partnership with families and the broader community.
You will play a pivotal role in advancing a unified one-school approach while ensuring every student is supported through personalised, high-quality educational experiences.
The Role As Head of Campus, you will provide both strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of campus life, creating a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities Leading and promoting the Catholic identity, mission and values of the schoolDriving high-quality teaching and learning outcomes through evidence-informed practice and strong instructional leadership.Overseeing student wellbeing, safeguarding, compliance and campus operationsLeading, developing and empowering a high-performing multidisciplinary workforceBuilding strong partnerships with families, parish communities and external agenciesContributing to the strategic leadership of Catholic Special School as a member of the Executive Leadership Team This role will suit a highly capable and values-driven leader who combines strategic vision with operational excellence and is passionate about creating positive outcomes for students with diverse learning needs.
About You To be successful in the role, you will: Be an active member of a Catholic Eucharistic community.




Hold a valid teaching qualification and relevant post-graduate qualification in Education and/or Inclusive and Specialised Education.Demonstrated leadership experienceProven success leading teaching, learning and school improvement initiativesStrong knowledge of student wellbeing, safeguarding and inclusive education practicesExemplary interpersonal and relationship building, communication skills and organisational skillsCommitment to innovation, continuous improvement and system prioritiesUnderstanding of Catholic values and a commitment to their integration into the school environment.Experience working within specialist, multi-campus or complex education environments would be advantageous Please refer to the Position Description for further information About Us Our Lady of La Vang School is one of the two campuses that form Catholic Special School, a co-educational Catholic specialist school serving students with complex learning, communication, health and wellbeing needs.
Located in Flinders Park, Our Lady of La Vang provides a contemporary, purpose-built learning environment where each student's unique strengths, abilities and aspirations are recognised and supported through highly individualised educational programs.
Working in close partnership with families, allied professionals and the wider community, the campus is committed to fostering belonging, wellbeing, achievement and meaningful learning for every student within a culture of high expectations, professionalism and care.
We are Catholic Education South Australia with almost 9,500 staff who are Raising Hearts and Minds of more than 56,000 students across our 101 Catholic Schools.
Through our commitment to educational excellence, we provide dynamic, innovative, and personalised learning in a Catholic context, from Early Years to Year 12.
How To Apply Cover Letter (2-page max)Experience relevant to the roleWhat has motivated you to applyWhat do you hope to contribute to the school communityResume Applications close on Monday 17 August 9.00am

📌 Head Of Campus - Catholic Special Schools, Our Lady Of La Vang Campus (Melbourne)
🏢 Catholic Education South Australia
📍 Melbourne