Pastoral Care Leader (Secondary) | Leadership & Teaching Opportunity

Full time

21h ago , from Is Recruit - Independent Schools

Lead wellbeing. Build belonging. Make a lasting difference.

Victory Lutheran College is seeking an outstanding educator to join our Secondary School as aPastoral Care Leader and Classroom Teacher .

This is an exciting opportunity for a teacher who is passionate about student wellbeing, restorative practice and fostering positive relationships with young people and their families. As a key leader within our Secondary School, you will help shape a culture where students feel known, supported and challenged to flourish.

Working closely with students, families, teachers and College leaders, the Pastoral Care Leader provides year-level leadership for student wellbeing, behaviour, belonging and pastoral care, while continuing to teach within their subject area. The role combines meaningful leadership with classroom practice, creating opportunities to influence both individual students and the wider school community.

POSITION DETAILS

- Secondary School leadership position.
- Ongoing teaching position with a fixed-term Position of Responsibility.
- Category D, Level 2 leadership allowance.
- Release time provided to undertake leadership responsibilities.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Pastoral Care Leader provides year-level leadership for student wellbeing, behaviour, belonging and pastoral care within the Secondary School. Working closely with students, families and staff, you will play a key role in creating a positive and inclusive year-level culture while supporting students to thrive academically,



socially and emotionally.

The successful applicant will:

- Provide pastoral leadership for an allocated secondary year level.
- Support student wellbeing, attendance, engagement and belonging.
- Partner with families to support students through challenges and celebrate successes.
- Foster a positive and inclusive year-level culture.
- Lead restorative conversations and behaviour support processes.
- Work closely with teachers and specialist staff to coordinate support for students.
- Contribute to camps, parent information evenings, student events and wellbeing initiatives.
- Teach classes within their area of expertise.
- Model the Christian values and ethos of the College.

ABOUT YOU

You are an experienced educator who:

- Builds positive and authentic relationships with young people.
- Has a strong understanding of adolescent wellbeing and behaviour support.
- Communicates effectively with students, families and colleagues.
- Is organised, proactive and solutions-focused.
- Demonstrates leadership through influence, collaboration and service.
- Values restorative approaches and student-centred practice.
- Is committed to professional growth and continuous improvement.




- Supports the Christian mission and values of the College.

Appropriate qualifications andcurrent VIT registration (or the ability to obtain it) are required.

WHAT WE OFFER

At Victory, we invest in our people because we know thriving staff lead to thriving students.

We offer:

- Highly competitive remunerationand conditions.
- Reduced face-to-face teaching loads.
- A supportive and cooperative culture.
- Extensive wellbeing and professional support.
- Structured induction and mentoring.
- Learning Enhancement support within classrooms.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Fitness Passport access.
- Staff tuition fee discounts.

Child Safety and Requirements

Victory Lutheran College is committed to being aChild Safe organisation . All staff are required to adhere to the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and policies.

The successful applicant will be required to hold:

- Current VIT registration or Victorian Employee Working with Children Check
- First Aid, CPR and Anaphylaxis qualifications (or a willingness to obtain these)

VICTORY IS A CHILD SAFE COMMUNITY

Statement of Faith

Victory Lutheran College is a Lutheran school and offers a Lutheran education to all, regardless of background. The College recognises that each person is uniquely positioned to be a blessing in the lives of others, and that leaders have particular influence over those that they are entrusted to lead. All Staff are expected to model and promote a life lived in accordance with the College’s Lutheran faith, in word and action.

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📌 Pastoral Care Leader (Secondary) | Leadership & Teaching Opportunity (City of Wodonga)
🏢 Victory Lutheran College
📍 City of Wodonga