Head of Year 7

Position Purpose

The Head of Year 7 is a member of the Middle School pastoral team under the leadership of the Head of Middle School. The team is made up of the Heads of Year 7, 8 and 9, their respective deputies and the Middle Years Counsellor. The Heads of Year are responsible to the Head of School for the general wellbeing of students in the year group. They are required to undertake the responsibility of pastoral care, including discipline.

Position Status

This is a permanent full-time position, commencing at the start of the 2021 school year, Wednesday 20th January, the new staff induction day.

While the teaching position at the College is permanent, the role of Head of Year 7, as with all positions of responsibility, is tenured for three years and attracts a financial allowance. The teaching load for this position is equivalent to between 15 and 18 x 80min periods over a fortnightly cycle.

Essential key aspects of the role

• Creating the year 7 area as an exciting and vibrant place.
• Positive and proactive communication to students, staff and parents.
• Creating a strong collaborative culture within the year 7 team.

Learn more: https://www.stleonards.vic.edu.au/melbourne-jobs/your-career-at-st-leonards/