<ul> <li>Influence the future of Junior High education through a key leadership role</li> <li>Join one of Queensland's leading independent schools</li> <li>Lead and develop a high-performing team</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>St Peters Lutheran College is seeking a dedicated and experienced <strong>Deputy Head of Junior High</strong> to join our <strong>Junior High</strong> team. Reporting to the Head of Junior High, this key leadership role partners strategically and operationally to foster a high-performing, student-centred sub-school where students flourish, staff are supported, and a culture of wellbeing, engagement and academic success thrives.</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead and support Year Level Coordinators to build a collaborative, high-performing leadership team.</li> <li>Oversee student wellbeing, pastoral care and behaviour management frameworks across Years 7–9.</li> <li>Manage complex student matters and coordinate interventions to support student engagement and success.</li> <li>Partner with families, staff and specialist support teams to deliver positive outcomes for students.</li> <li>Drive Junior High improvement initiatives, using data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement.</li> <li>Deputise for the Head of Junior High and contribute to strategic and operational leadership across the sub-school.</li> </ul> <p><strong>What You Bring</strong></p> <ul> <li>A relevant tertiary qualification in Education, Leadership, Pastoral Care and/or Curriculum, together with Queensland College of Teachers registration (or eligibility for registration).</li> <li>Comprehensive knowledge of middle years education, student wellbeing, pastoral care and behaviour management practices.</li> <li>Experience in a similar educational leadership role, with demonstrated success leading staff, supporting student outcomes and driving improvement initiatives.</li> <li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li> <li>Highly developed organisational and time management skills.</li> <li>Commitment to the College's Christian ethos and values.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>To apply, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae, demonstrating how you meet the requirements of the Position Description by clicking on the Apply button provided. Applications close at <strong>10 AM</strong> on <strong>Tuesday 25 August 2026</strong>.</p> <p>If you have any questions, please contact Max Forbes, Interim Head of Teaching and Learning Innovation, on 07 3377 6269 or at <a href="mailto:peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au?subject=Deputy%20Head%20of%20Junior%20High%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">peopleandculture@stpeters.qld.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>A copy of the Position Description can be found below.</p> <p>For more information about working at St Peters Lutheran College and the benefits on offer, please visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="http://www.stpeters.qld.edu.au">www.stpeters.qld.edu.au</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Eligibility requirements to work within a Queensland School</strong></p> <p>All Teachers in Queensland must be registered to teach with the QCT. To find out more about teacher registration requirements and processes please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qct.edu.au/teaching-in-queensland">QCT website here</a>. All other employees must hold a current paid Blue Card / Exemption Card or be issued with a paid Blue Card / Exemption Card before commencing work. To find out more about Blue Card requirements or to submit an application for a Blue Card/Exemption Card please go to the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.qld.gov.au/law/laws-regulated-industries-and-accountability/queensland-laws-and-regulations/regulated-industries-and-licensing/blue-card/applications/apply">Blue Card Services website here.</a></p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://web.martianlogic.com/smejobsearch/jsponly/downloadFile.jsp?jobAttachmentId=113172">Position Description</a></li> </ul>