AddressAbout St Peter’s College
Founded in 1847, St Peter’s College is an Anglican boarding and day school for boys committed to being an exceptional community of learning centered on truth, respect and service.
With an established reputation for academic excellence, our aim is to instill in students the desire and capacity to consistently seek to improve their own lives and, importantly, that of those around them.
The School is located just two kilometres from the city centre on a single 80-acre campus. The magnificent grounds accommodate beautiful buildings, both historic and modern and the School’s educational facilities and sports fields are excellent. Our modern, purpose built Boarding House provides accommodation for 100 students from within Australia and overseas.
Over 1550 students from diverse backgrounds and abilities are educated at the School from the Early Years to Year 12. This diversity contributes powerfully and directly to the quality of a boy’s education. We are committed to being a boys’ school that promotes responsible relationships and positive attitudes towards girls and women. We are uncompromising in being a safe and inclusive learning community respectful of diverse backgrounds of race and ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and nationality.
About the position:
We are seeking an experienced and motivated leader to join our Senior School Leadership Team. The Deputy Head of Senior School supports the Deputy Headmaster/ Head of Senior School in providing both strategic and day to day leadership of Pastoral Care and Wellbeing in the Senior School. The Deputy Head of Senior School is a member of the Senior School Leadership Team (SSLT) and is delegated to exercise direct responsibility and oversight for ensuring the School delivers an exceptional pastoral care experience for all students.
This role also includes a 0.4 teaching load that will be determined by the Deputy Headmaster - Teaching and Learning.
This is a 5-year tenured Senior School leadership position, with a guaranteed permanent teaching position at the contract conclusion. This role is to commence at the beginning of the 2025 School Year.
Please refer to the position description for more information.
As the successful applicant you will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualification.
- South Australian WWCC, South Australian Teachers Registration,
- Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care – Education and Care (RRHAN-EC) – Fundamentals & Masterclass certificates.
- Demonstrated ability to work cohesively and productively as part of a team and community.
- Demonstrated leadership and the capacity to nurture a high performing team is desirable
- Ability to prioritise multifaceted tasks and respond to changing requirements of the role.
- Strong interpersonal skills with clear ability to work effectively with a range of people including students, staff, parents and community.
Why work for us:
Join a welcoming learning community connected by a shared vision and values. Our staff take great pride in delivering an exceptional education experience for our students who are motivated to learn, and for our families who truly value their partnership with the School. With a focus on the pastoral care and wellbeing of both staff and students, the inclusive, community-focused culture of the School provides an environment in which staff are supported to perform at their best.
How to apply:
Please address applications to the Headmaster, Mr Tim Browning and include a CV and cover letter in one document explaining your skills, capabilities, experiences and reasons for applying.
Applications close Monday 17 June 2024, 9.00 am (ACST).
For a confidential discussion, please contact Olivia Stapleton-Pitt, Senior People and Culture Advisor on (08) 8404 0***
The successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School's Child Protection Policy.
St Peter's College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
