Deputy Head of Learning in Residence (Operations) | Learning in Residence

Job Description

 Wesley College Melbourne, a school of the Uniting Church, established in 1866, is one of Australia's leading and most respected co-educational independent schools. With an enrolment of 3,400 students from ECLC to Year 12, it comprises three metropolitan campuses in Melbourne, at St Kilda Road, Glen Waverley and Elsternwick, outdoor education sites at Chum Creek, Mallana, Lochend and a Year 9 residential campus at Clunes.

Applications are invited for the position of Deputy Head of Learning in Residence (Operations) in the Boarding House at our Glen Waverley campus. The appointment will commence at the beginning of the 2027 school year for an initial three-year term, with the possibility of extension.

Teaching qualifications are preferred for the role with candidates holding a current VIT registration.  For teaching staff in the role, a teaching load of 0.4FTE would accompany the position.

Learning in Residence is a contemporary and innovative boarding program for students in Years 7 to 12.

In making this appointment, the College is seeking an outstanding educational and boarding leader who can demonstrate the ability to:

• Provide exceptional pastoral care and wellbeing support for boarding students, with a particular focus on female students.
• Lead the day-to-day operations of Learning in Residence, including staff rostering and operational coordination.
• Build strong relationships with students, families and staff to foster a positive and inclusive boarding community.
• Lead, mentor and support residential staff while coordinating operational services to ensure the residence operates efficiently and safely.
• Ensure a safe, welcoming and well-managed residential environment with a strong commitment to student wellbeing and child safety.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and promotion of Learning in Residence through continuous improvement and community engagement.

This leadership role requires flexibility to work across a seven-day roster and participate in an on-call roster to support the ongoing operation of Learning in Residence. College accommodation is provided as part of this position, offering the successful applicant (and their family) the opportunity to live on site and actively contribute to the boarding community.

Applications close at 5:00pm Tuesday 11 August.

Please note, applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews will commence prior to the close date.

Wesley College is a child safe employer and is committed to the welfare of children and their protection. All potential employees and volunteers will be required to comply with the School's Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct. Applicants will be required to undergo police and background checks in accordance with this policy.