Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle School Pastoral)

Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle School Pastoral)

Aitken College invites applications from suitably qualified teachers with leadership experience, for the position of Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle School Pastoral), commencing in January 2027.

The Deputy Head Secondary (Middle School Pastoral) provides significant and visible support to the Assistant Principal (Secondary). The Deputy Head Secondary (Middle School Pastoral) will model and set the highest standards of professionalism and maintain these within their team. The focus of this role is to foster an engaging learning culture and sense of belonging among students, staff and parents, in the secondary school. The role involves leading and supporting the Heads of Year (Secondary) in relation to student management and supporting the Assistant Principal (Secondary) in developing a rigorous and dynamic learning environment.

The Deputy Head Secondary (Middle School Pastoral) is a fixed-term Position of Added Responsibility (PAR) reviewed on a three-year cycle with the possibility of extension. The successful candidate will be offered an ongoing substantive teaching position at the College.

At Aitken College, we are committed to a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and innovation to provide our students with the best possible opportunities.

Aitken College is a Prep to Year 12 co-educational, independent school in association with the Uniting Church located on 18 hectares in Greenvale.

Your application must include:

• A covering letter introducing yourself.
• Your Curriculum Vitae (CV) including your qualifications, teaching and leadership experience and professional associations/memberships.
• The names and contact details of three professional referees.
• Evidence of a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
• Evidence of your right to work in Australia.

To access the Deputy Head of Secondary (Middle School Pastoral) Position Description go to – https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us

Enquiries should be directed to Mr Chris Graham, Assistant Principal (Secondary) on 03 9333 9100 or cgraham@aitkencollege.edu.au.

To Apply please go to: https://aitkencollege.edu.au/work-with-us.

Applications will close on Sunday, 26 July 2026 addressed to Mr James Phillips, Executive Director: People and Culture. Applications must be submitted via the Employment section of our website. Applications will be considered as they are received, so we encourage you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time