Acting Director of Students

Acting Director of Students

Head of Faculty / Department

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 23 November 2025

We have an exciting opportunity for an Acting Director of Students to join our team and contribute to our strategic leadership and culture of high expectations

• Real Life Learning
• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Penola Catholic College has a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and highly skilled Acting Director of Students (POL4+) to join Penola Catholic College from 2026. Please note an ongoing teaching appointment is attached to the position.

The Acting Director of Students is responsible for the guidance and support of students at Penola Catholic College. The Acting Director of Students will promote pastoral care that authentically reflects the shared vision and values of our community. They will create a learning environment where students feel safe and connected, are self-reflective and aspirational, and engaged and compassionate citizens. The Acting Director of Students will continually identify opportunities in which students may be supported to reach their full potential and learn to contribute to the rapidly changing world with confidence, integrity and resilience.

The Acting Director of Students will work collaboratively with the other two Directors of Students to ensure consistency across all levels of the College.

About You

To be successful you will have a demonstrated understanding of contemporary wellbeing research and practice, with expert knowledge of programs, practices and protocols for student wellbeing. You will also be able to demonstrate and model contemporary teaching practice: understanding how students ‘learn best’. You will also have a demonstrated knowledge of the Australian curriculum frameworks and have a demonstrated capacity to provide leadership that is characterised by a desire for continuous improvement, lateral thinking and innovation, holding team members to account where necessary.

You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Why Work With Us

We will provide you with:

• A welcoming and supportive working environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Please review the Position Description for further information available on Penola Catholic College website.

Applications close 11.59pm Sunday 23 November 2025.

About Penola Catholic College

Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,400 students.

We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.

How to Apply

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and include:

1. Cover letter and
2. Resume

For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit www.penola.vic.edu.au.

Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.