Westbourne Grammar School | Truganina Campus
Westbourne Grammar School is seeking an exceptional educational leader to shape one of Australia's most significant and innovative Middle School programs.
A key executive leadership role, the Head of Middle School leads a thriving community of staff and approximately 800 students across Years 5 to 8, with responsibility for fostering a culture where high expectations, strong relationships and operational excellence deliver outstanding outcomes for young people.
The Opportunity
Reporting to the Deputy Principal - Head of Truganina Campus, you will:
- Support key Middle School leaders in overseeing student learning, cocurricular, wellbeing and pastoral care across Years 5 to 8, ensuring a coherent and consistent approach aligned with the school’s strategic vision and values.
- Build and sustain a Middle School culture where high expectations, open communication, excellent conduct and strong relationships are explicit and upheld.
- Strengthen professional practice by coaching and developing middle leaders and staff through evidence-based feedback and agreed whole-school practices.
- Be accountable for the daily operations of the Middle School, including routines, transitions, supervision, attendance, communication, events and the effective and efficient management of the precinct.
- Partner with families and colleagues across the school to support student growth, belonging and success.
About You
You are an exceptional educational leader who combines strong relational skills with disciplined execution. You understand that great schools are built on clear systems, consistent expectations, effective communication and exceptional people.
You will bring:
- Relevant educational qualifications and VIT registration.
- Demonstrated expertise in middle years pedagogy and adolescent development.
- Experience leading large teams and complex school operations.
- A strong track record in culture building, staff development and student wellbeing.
- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
- High levels of organisational capability, judgement and professionalism.
- A calm, visible and solutions-focused leadership style.
Why Westbourne
Westbourne is a values-led learning community guided by our vision of shaping learners who inspire the world.
We are committed to creating an environment where great people can do their best work and continue to grow professionally.
Our staff benefit from:
- Some of the lowest face to face teaching requirements in the country.
- Salaries consistently positioned in the top 10% in the independent school sector.
- 30% tuition fee discounts for employees' children.
- Generous professional learning provisions and support for approved postgraduate study.
- Westbourne Fellowships valued at $10,000 annually.
- Leadership development through the Institute for Leadership and Growth.
- Access to onsite aquatic, fitness and allied health facilities.
- No Saturday sport requirement and no compulsory cocurricular commitments.
Child Safety
Westbourne Grammar School is committed to providing a culturally safe and inclusive environment that prioritises the protection and wellbeing of all children. Appointment is subject to rigorous child protection screening and an ongoing commitment to the School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy.
Further Information
For confidential enquiries, please contact the People and Culture Team at [email protected]
Applications
- A cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.
- A current curriculum vitae.
- Applications close: 7 August 2026.
Please note that applications may be reviewed and progressed prior to the closing date.
