<p>Exciting Opportunity: Head of Middle School </p><p>Join our vibrant educational community at All Saints Anglican School in this new role of Head of Middle School. </p><p><strong>Overview:</strong></p><p>We are seeking an exceptional individual to lead our Middle School division with vision, passion, and leadership. The Head of Middle School will play a crucial role in fostering a supportive and enriching learning environment for students in year 5 to 8. This is a new position at All Saints Anglican School for 2025 and the successful applicant will be motivated to join a school in its second year of operation with the opportunity to oversee significant growth in coming years.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead a culture of care, respect, integrity, inclusion and excellence</li><li>Provide strategic direction and oversight for the Middle School curriculum and programs</li><li>Mentor and support Middle School teaching staff to ensure excellence in teaching practices</li><li>Collaborate with other school leaders to promote a cohesive educational experience for students</li><li>Establish and maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and the wider school community</li></ul><p><strong>About You and the Role:</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated excellence in teaching and learning across Years 5-8.</li><li>A genuine excitement and desire for equipping students in their middle years to be the best person that they can be</li><li>Passionate about creating a safe and inclusive learning environment</li><li>Excited by the opportunities of working with students who are in such a unique stage of their learning and lives</li><li>The ability to build a team of passionate middle years educators who are committed to the students in their care and to building capacity in each other. </li><li>Ability to plan and lead effective and authentic teaching and learning strategies.</li><li>Excellent interpersonal skills for communication and collaboration.<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to provide feedback to team members about the achievement of goals.</li><li>The ability to promote positive staff morale and a team ethic</li><li>Excellent relationships with parents.</li></ul></li><li>Comprehensive experience in building a connected school community and positive culture.</li><li>Understanding and experience in supporting student welfare and pastoral care</li><li>A practical knowledge and passion for restorative practices as a tool for building strong relationships</li><li>Demonstrated success in a senior leadership position </li><li>Up-to-date knowledge of contemporary teaching applications and theory.</li><li>Ability to contribute to the co-curricular life of All Saints</li><li>Use creative and innovative teaching practices to cater to different learning styles.</li><li>Hold a current Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration.</li></ul><p>If you are a dynamic educational leader looking to make a significant impact in the lives of middle school students, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in shaping the future of education and empowering young learners to reach their full potential. </p><p>Join us to help shape the future of education in Shepparton!</p><p>Remuneration will be determined by the Principal according to qualifications and experience.</p><p><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety:</strong></p><p>All Saints Anglican School is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. We have a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and are dedicated to acting in children’s best interests and keeping them safe from harm. Our school provides the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations to maintain a child-safe culture.</p>