About the Opportunity
Radical Recruitment is proud to be partnering with a well-regarded, co-educational K–12 school located in the thriving regional town of Orange, NSW. With a strong reputation built over more than four decades, the school provides a high-quality educational experience, fostering academic achievement, student wellbeing, and leadership development in a supportive and values-driven environment. This is a unique opportunity for an experienced and forward-thinking educational leader to join the Senior Executive Team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of secondary education within a growing school community.
About the Role
As Head of Secondary (Years 7–12), you will provide strategic, operational, and educational leadership across the Secondary School.
Reporting to the Principal and working as part of the Executive Leadership Team, you will:
- Lead the day-to-day operations of the Secondary School (Years 7–12)
- Oversee curriculum development, teaching quality, and student outcomes
- Drive a positive, inclusive, and high-performing school culture
- Mentor, develop, and support teaching staff to achieve excellence
- Collaborate with senior leadership to implement the school’s strategic vision
- Strengthen partnerships with families and the broader community
- Ensure compliance with NESA, child safety, and regulatory requirements
This role includes a teaching load of up to 0.5 (negotiable), depending on school needs and your area of expertise.
About You
We are seeking a confident, capable, and values-driven leader who brings:
- Proven experience in senior or executive educational leadership
- Strong expertise in curriculum leadership and academic delivery (Years 7–12)
- A recognised teaching qualification (bachelor’s degree or higher)
- Current NESA accreditation and valid Working with Children Check
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage performance, and drive improvement
- Strong working knowledge of ROSA, HSC, and regulatory frameworks
- Exceptional communication, organisation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- A calm, resilient, and solutions-focused leadership style
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary package: $150,000 – $155,000 + Super
- Opportunity to join a collaborative and high-performing leadership team
- The ability to shape and influence a growing Secondary School
- Supportive school environment with strong community engagement
- Lifestyle opportunity in the vibrant and well-connected regional town of Orange, NSW
How to Apply
To express your interest, please submit:
- Your resume
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role
Apply via Radical Recruitment or contact us directly for a confidential discussion:
E: [email protected]
P: 0422 116 952
If this opportunity isn’t quite right, but you’re open to exploring senior leadership roles in education, we welcome a confidential conversation.
Pay: $150,000.00 – $155,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
