Senior School Director – Student Care and Experience

Applications for this position close: 9.00am Tuesday 24 June 2025 

• Ongoing, full-time position
• Professional and values-driven culture
• Commitment to professional learning
• Join a high performing Senior Management Team

Who we are
Discover a 100-year legacy of educational excellence, connection and opportunity at Canberra Girls Grammar School (CGGS).CGGS is an independent, non-selective Anglican school. For over a century, it has provided students from across the world with a comprehensive and well-rounded education. Located in the heart of the nation’s capital, and now spanning three campuses, CGGS provides a world-class educational and co-curricular offering in the CYGNUS suite. Perfectly positioned at mid-sized with over 1300 students, the School is co-educational from Early Learning to Year 3, then female-focused through to Year 12.  CGGS is the only authorised IB continuum school in the ACT, serving the PYP, MYP and a choice of the IBDP and BSSS in Year 11 and 12.

While working at CGGS, you will be inspired by the founders of Canberra’s first independent school to contribute and leave your mark on generations to come. You will work alongside a dedicated team and will feel genuinely supported by a values-driven workplace committed to educational excellence. We are steadfast in our belief that diversity is a strength, fostering an inclusive and equitable community where all voices are heard and valued.

Our students are diligent and hardworking, creating an environment in which all can grow and achieve. With access to contemporary facilities and a commitment to professional development, you will also have the resources you need to lead, design and implement quality teaching, learning and caring experiences for our students.

CGGS is committed to child safety. As such, the successful applicant will be expected to satisfy child protection screening and adhere to the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct. These documents can be downloaded from the CGGS website or are available from the School.

All staff must:

• Always demonstrate and ensure compliance with the School’s Child Protection Policy and Code of Conduct and complete regular training in Child Protection standards.
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of children and young people to whom we provide services.
• Ensure that their interactions with children and young people are positive and safe.
• Provide adequate care and supervision of children and young people in their charge.
• Act as a positive role model for children and young people.
• Must provide a current Working with Vulnerable People Check (WWVP) prior to commencement.
• Must provide an Australian Police Check prior to commencement.

The position
The Senior School Director of Student Care and Experience is a member of the Senior School Management Team (SSMT), reporting through the Deputy Principal, Head of Senior School, to the Principal. The position is one of four Academic Directors in the Senior School. The Director roles are committed to academic excellence, holistic wellness and directly responsible for leading and developing strong teaching, learning and caring programs within the Senior School.

Promoting the individual development of all students within a collaborative and integrated learning community, the Director – Student Care and Experience will focus on the learning and wellbeing journey of our students and actively contribute to the development and support of our students, in terms of their learning, wellbeing and co-curricular pursuits.

It is expected that the Senior School Director- Student Care and Experience will lead the team of expert Heads of House, Psychologists, Counsellors and Nurses to ensure that all students flourish at CGGS.

The School’s beautiful new Student Hub co-locates Heads of House and the Inclusive Learning and Enrichment team to create a strong platform for case management of student needs. The Hub also includes the office for the Senior School Director – Student Care and Experience and a Student Hub Reception Area.

This is a full-time, ongoing position.  A full position description can be found on the Employment page of our website: https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers

Working at CGGS: The details
Your place. Your purpose. Your possible. Read the Careers booklet here.

 Your key benefits:

• Competitive remuneration packages
• Discounted school fees
• Free onsite gym and heated pool
• Free morning tea twice a week
• Christmas shutdown period
• Salary sacrifice options
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flu vaccinations

 Your professional advancement:

• Authentic and practical leadership development opportunities
• Significant time allowances for leadership positions
• A generous professional learning budget
• Support for Graduate teachers, Experienced Teacher accreditation and pathways to Highly Accomplished and Lead Teacher certification
• Opportunities to be part of committees to learn and grow
• Annual TQI accredited courses and compliance training
• Action research and conference presentation opportunities
• Formal appraisal process for professional development and career advancement
• First Aid training

How to apply
Your application package should include the following information.

1: Cover letter
Please provide a brief statement (one page) outlining your philosophy of Student Care, what you would bring to this position, what you would expect to achieve in the role and reflect on your experience in relation to the role responsibilities.

2: Curriculum Vitae

• Contact information
• Employment history
• Education and qualifications
• Other skills and achievements
• Citizenship or confirmation of right to work in Australia

3: Referee details
Please include the contact information of three referees, including your current line manager.  Referees will be contacted after interviews have taken place and only after prior consultation with you.

4: Submit your application
Submit your application via the online application form on the Employment page of our website https://www.cggs.act.edu.au/careers   Queries regarding this position should be directed via email to [email protected]