<p>Ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people? We’re seeking a <strong>Director of Students Senior Years</strong> at our St Clare Campus (Greenvale), commencing in August 2026 (negotiable), with an ongoing teaching opportunity.</p> <p>We’re looking for an inspiring leader who builds strong relationships, champions student wellbeing and works collaboratively with staff, students and families to support success in the senior years.</p> <p>Bring your leadership, strategic thinking and passion for student growth as you guide students through one of the most important stages of their educational journey, fostering a culture of high expectations, belonging and achievement.</p> <p>Be part of something meaningful where everyone grows.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the holistic wellbeing, pastoral care and development of students in the senior years.</li> <li>Collaborate with House Leaders, Curriculum Leaders and Learning Support to enhance student outcomes and pathways.</li> <li>Design and oversee a Years 11 and 12 Personal Development and Preventative Education program grounded in Positive Psychology.</li> <li>Lead and support the House Leader team, fostering a culture of collaboration, student wellbeing and restorative practices.</li> <li>Build strong partnerships with students, families and staff to promote engagement, achievement and positive behaviour.</li> <li>Drive a whole-school approach to student wellbeing, ensuring College values and Gospel values are embedded in all aspects of student life.</li> <li>Support student wellbeing, welfare and discipline.&nbsp;<br><br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>A detailed list of additional responsibilities can be found in the job description attached.</p> <p>This is a position of leadership from August 2026 to January 2029 with an ongoing teaching opportunity.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Skills and experience</strong></p> <p>To be successful in this position you should demonstrate the following:</p> <ul> <li>Current valid VIT Registration</li> <li>Exemplary student wellbeing and child safety understanding and practices.</li> <li>A proven capacity to lead a team and build the leadership capacity of others.</li> <li>Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise and communicate effectively with people at all levels and from varying backgrounds.</li> <li>Sound organisational and administrative skills.</li> <li>A proven capacity to work independently and effectively in the face of changing priorities, deadlines and pressure.</li> <li>A proven ability to build positive partnerships with parents, students and staff.</li> <li>A capacity for creative problem-solving and adaptability.</li> <li>A commitment to ongoing professional learning.</li> <li>A capacity to manage highly confidential information.&nbsp;</li> <li>Exemplary teaching skills and practices.<br><br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Please be prepared to attach your response to the Key Selection Criteria questions found in the job description, with your resume and cover letter when submitting your application.</p> <p><strong>Applications Close: 4pm, Monday 20th July 2026</strong></p> <p>For more information about Kolbe Catholic College, please go to our website <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.kolbecc.catholic.edu.au/">www.kolbecc.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>For more information about our privacy collection notice please visit this <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/MelbourneArchdioceseCatholicSchools/media/About-Us/Policies/Privacy-Collection-Notice-Job-Applicants.pdf">Link</a>.</p> <p>Kolbe Catholic College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care, including maintaining compliance with the &nbsp;<a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.kolbecc.catholic.edu.au/uploads/Policies/Child-Safety-Code-of-Conduct-2025.pdf?v=1761096302">Child Safety Code of Conduct</a></p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://web.martianlogic.com/smejobsearch/jsponly/downloadFile.jsp?jobAttachmentId=112347">Position Description</a></li> </ul>