<p>Located in Wahroonga NSW, Abbotsleigh is an independent Anglican Pre K-12 school for girls. With a legacy of excellence in education, Abbotsleigh fosters a dynamic learning environment that nurtures academic achievement, innovation, and community engagement within a supportive Christian framework.</p> <p>Abbotsleigh is a leading girls’ school where academic excellence, wellbeing and spiritual growth are interwoven into a rich learning journey from Pre-K to Year 12. Underpinned by its Christian ethos, Abbotsleigh empowers girls to be independent, collaborative and courageous contributors to society. The school cultivates a dynamic and inclusive environment where girls are inspired to lead with purpose, compassion and integrity. With exceptional facilities and a deeply supportive culture, Abbotsleigh fosters both professional and personal fulfilment for staff.</p> <p>The Head of Senior College reports to the Headmistress and leads Years 10–12 with a focus on student development, wellbeing and academic oversight.</p> <p>As an Anglican school, Abbotsleigh seeks a Head of Senior College who is a committed and practising Christian, aligned with the school’s Anglican traditions. The successful candidate will be an active participant in the spiritual life of the school, fostering a community that upholds Christian values and principles.</p> <p>The Head of Senior College provides visible, values-driven leadership across wellbeing and academic pathways and co-curricular engagement. This role presents an exciting opportunity to shape a distinctive Senior College identity and to lead a team that promotes student agency, achievement and holistic care. As a member of the senior executive, the appointee will model collaboration, contribute to whole-school strategy, and ensure the Senior College is seamlessly integrated into the wider Abbotsleigh community.</p> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>Expertise in leading teaching and learning across Years 10–12 with a clear focus on holistic student development that integrates academic progress, wellbeing, and co-curricular engagement.</li> <li>Capacity to initiate, lead and embed improvement and change that enhances student experience, supports school strategic priorities, and strengthens the distinct identity of the Senior College.</li> <li>Ability to nurture and lead high-functioning teams through trust, collaboration, shared purpose and a culture of continual learning.</li> <li>Experience in the strategic and day-to-day management of a school setting, including oversight of staff, programs, operations and student wellbeing.</li> <li>Commitment to fostering a positive, connected and future-focused school community through active engagement with students, families and colleagues across the school.</li> <li>Active and visible commitment to the Christian faith with the capacity to lead a culture where spiritual growth, integrity, service and compassion are embedded in the life of the Senior College.</li> </ul> <p>Offered as a full-time ongoing position commencing in 2026, applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold appropriate teaching and leadership qualifications. AMasters in Educational Leadership or equivalent is desirable.</p> <p>Abbotsleigh staff comply with the school’s child safety policies and procedures, upholding principles and values that promote the wellbeing and protection of all students. Abbotsleigh has a zero-tolerance policy for child abuse and is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment.</p>