Head of Wellbeing (Secondary)

St Paul's College (see more jobs from this school)

GILLES PLAINS, SA 


Chaplains / Pastoral Care

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 13 July 2026


Looking for a key leadership role where you will shape the wellbeing experience of Secondary students, fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging

<p>St Paul’s College welcomes applications from experienced and collaborative educational leaders seeking to join the College at an exciting time of growth. This pivotal leadership role is responsible for shaping a positive, inclusive and student-centred culture of wellbeing across Secondary, leading pastoral care, safeguarding, student leadership and wellbeing initiatives that support every student to thrive and flourish.</p> <p><strong>The Opportunity</strong></p> <ul> <li>Permanent Teacher (Secondary)</li> <li>Leadership Position | POR 4</li> <li>Member of Senior Leadership Team</li> <li>POR Tenure | 4 Years</li> <li>Commencing January 19 2027</li> </ul> <p>The Head of Wellbeing (Secondary) is a key member of the Secondary Leadership Team, reporting to the Head of Secondary. The role provides strategic leadership of systems, programs and practices that promote the holistic development of students across Secondary, with a focus on wellbeing, pastoral care and positive student culture.</p> <p>Leading the College’s House structures and wellbeing teams, the Head of Wellbeing (Secondary) fosters personal responsibility, belonging, respect and positive relationships through the consistent implementation of the College’s Our Common Ground. This includes oversight of student conduct, attendance, punctuality, restorative practices and wellbeing initiatives.</p> <p>Working collaboratively with leaders, staff, students, families and support services, the role ensures a safe, inclusive and student-centred environment that supports the academic, social, emotional and spiritual growth of every student in accordance with the College’s Catholic identity and Edmund Rice tradition, while providing leadership and accountability for pastoral practices, safeguarding and student support.</p> <p><i>Please refer to the Position Information Document on the website for more details</i></p> <p><strong>About St Paul’s College</strong></p> <p>St Paul’s College is a Reception to Year 12 Catholic co‑educational College in the Edmund Rice tradition, where every person feels a deep sense of belonging and is supported to achieve their personal best. We nurture confident, resilient and well‑rounded young people who contribute positively to the world around them, with purpose.&nbsp;</p> <p>Founded in 1959 and governed by Edmund Rice Education Australia Colleges Ltd, St Paul’s College is inspired by the charism of Blessed Edmund Rice and shaped by our values of Faith, Relationships, Excellence and Diversity. We are an inclusive community committed to justice and solidarity. Each person is empowered to make a meaningful difference and play an active and positive role in the world around them.&nbsp;</p> <p>Grounded in faith, with learning as our core focus, our exceptional staff work in genuine partnership with families and students to foster a community committed to the pursuit of personal excellence. We nurture a deep sense of belonging, where relationships are supportive and authentic. Every aspect of College life reflects our commitment to forming well-rounded graduates with purpose, who are leaders for a better future.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Please visit our website&nbsp;<a href="https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/employment" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://www.stpauls.sa.edu.au/employment</strong></a> for more information about the opportunity and how to apply. For any additional information, please contact our People and Culture Team via&nbsp;<a href="mailto:employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au?subject=Head%20of%20Wellbeing%20%28Secondary%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>employment@stpauls.sa.edu.au</strong></a> or 8334-8300.</p> <p>Applications for this position will close at <strong>9:00am Monday 13 July 2026</strong></p> <p><strong>St Paul’s College reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date. We encourage interested applicants to apply early.</strong></p> <p><i>St Paul’s College is accepting and welcoming to all, fostering right relationships and commitment to the common good. This value is carried through to our recruitment processes as an equal opportunity employer. St Paul’s College promotes equality of opportunity for all and welcomes applications from a wide range of candidates, including First Nations peoples.</i></p>