Head of Year
Internal Opportunity | Permanent | Up to 0.4 FTE Admin Release
Lead, inspire and support students to thrive academically, emotionally and spiritually within our Secondary School community.
South Coast Baptist College (SCBC) is seeking expressions of interest from current SCBC teaching staff for the position of Head of Year, commencing January ****.
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for educators who are passionate about student wellbeing and pastoral care.
Working closely with the Deputy Heads of Secondary - Pastoral Care, you will provide leadership to a designated year group, fostering a protected, inclusive and Christ-centred environment where students are known, valued and encouraged to reach their God-given potential.
About the role
Working as a key member of the Secondary Student Wellbeing Team, you will:
Lead the pastoral care, wellbeing and discipline of a designated year group.
Build strong relationships with students, parents, staff and external support services.
Support students' spiritual, emotional, social and academic development.
Lead and mentor Homeroom Teachers within your year group.
Collaborate with the Deputy Heads of Secondary – Pastoral Care to develop and deliver the Wellbeing and Protective Behaviours curriculum.
Monitor student attendance, behaviour and wellbeing, responding proactively to emerging concerns.
Promote restorative practices and contribute to a positive,



respectful College culture.
Participate in camps, assemblies, House activities and other key College events.
This is a permanent position commencing 1 January ****, with up to 0.4 FTE admin release in addition to a teaching load.
About you
You are an experienced educator with a genuine passion for student wellbeing and pastoral leadership.
You build meaningful relationships, lead with integrity and are committed to helping young people flourish.
You will bring:
Demonstrated experience in pastoral care and student wellbeing.
Solid leadership and relationship-building skills.
Excellent communication and conflict resolution abilities.
The ability to make fair, balanced and evidence-based decisions.
Strong organisational and administrative skills.
A collaborative leadership style and commitment to continuous improvement.
A passion for fostering a positive, engaging and Christ-centred school culture.
Applications
Closing Date – Sunday, 16 August ****
Please include:
A 1–2 page statement addressing the selection criteria and outlining your passion for, and experience in, pastoral care.
Your current resume.
Applications should be emailed to:
Nick Harris – Head of Secondary
Please copy:
Alexander King – Deputy Head of Secondary – Pastoral Care
Caroline Crowther – Deputy Head of Secondary – Pastoral Care
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📌 Head Of Year (Western Australia)
🏢 South Coast Baptist College
📍 Western Australia