- Lead a thriving Primary community
- Drive educational excellence, innovation and student wellbeing
- A rare opportunity to lead, influence and innovate within a respected school
Head of Primary
Lead with purpose. Inspire with vision. Shape the future of girls' education.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a strategic and values-driven leader to inspire excellence, foster innovation, and guide the continued growth and success of our flourishing Primary School community.
With a proud history spanning 125 years, Moreton Bay College is one of Queensland's leading independent girls' schools. Grounded in Christian values and renowned for academic excellence, pastoral care, and holistic education, we are committed to empowering students to become confident, future-ready global citizens.
About the Role
Reporting directly to the Principal, the Head of Primary provides leadership from Prep to Year 6, leading a team of dedicated educators and working collaboratively within the College's Senior Leadership Team.
This highly visible leadership position is responsible for driving educational excellence, leading strategic initiatives, fostering a positive and high-performing culture, and ensuring outstanding outcomes for students, staff and families.
As Head of Primary, you will:
- Provide exceptional educational and strategic leadership across Primary
- Inspire and develop teachers through coaching, mentoring and professional growth
- Lead curriculum innovation, teaching excellence and continuous improvement
- Foster a nurturing, inclusive and student-centred learning environment
- Build strong partnerships with students, families and the broader College community
- Oversee operational effectiveness, student wellbeing, risk management and compliance
- Champion child safeguarding and promote a strong culture of care and belonging
- Drive initiatives aligned to the College Strategic Plan and future vision
About You
You are a highly respected educational leader with a demonstrated history of leading successful primary learning environments. You bring a strong commitment to educational excellence, contemporary pedagogy, staff development and student wellbeing.
You will ideally possess:
- Significant leadership experience within a Primary or P-12 school setting
- Proven ability to lead teaching and learning improvement initiatives
- Strong strategic thinking, organisational and change management capabilities
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Experience leading and developing high-performing teams
- A commitment to child safety, wellbeing and pastoral care
- Alignment with the values and Christian ethos of Moreton Bay College
- Queensland College of Teachers (QCT) registration, or eligibility to obtain registration
- Experience with IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) frameworks and inquiry-based learning will be highly regarded.
Why Join Moreton Bay College?
At Moreton Bay College, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are proud of our collaborative culture, outstanding facilities, and commitment to professional growth and wellbeing.
You will enjoy:
- A key leadership role within one of Queensland's premier independent schools
- The opportunity to shape educational outcomes and strategic direction
- A supportive and highly engaged College community
- Exceptional professional development opportunities
- Beautiful campus and facilities in Brisbane's bayside region
- A culture built on Care, Teamwork, Engagement and Character
Child Safety Commitment
Moreton Bay College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants must be willing to undergo comprehensive screening and background checks and demonstrate a commitment to child-safe practices.
Apply Now
If you are an inspiring educational leader who is passionate about developing people, empowering young learners and shaping the future of outstanding primary education, we would love to hear from you.
Join a community where students flourish, staff thrive, and leadership makes a lasting difference.
HOW TO APPLY
Applicants should submit
ONE PDF document that includes:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
- The names and contact details of two professional referees
If you would like to request a copy of the full position description, please email
[email protected].
