Deputy Head Of Junior School (Girls)

Applications are invited for outstanding educators and leaders for the full-time ongoing position of Deputy Head of Junior School (girls), Moonee Ponds campus, commencing January 2026.

The Deputy Head will support the Head of Junior School (girls) in leading a culture of thinking and student care and wellbeing across the campus and they will :

Model outstanding educational leadership for staff and studentsSupport the Head of Section in planning, coordinating and delivering the School's programsEffectively manage and support the smooth running of classes and school events and activitiesManage and mentor staff, providing guidance and direction on teaching and learning strategies and curriculum, in line with the values of the schoolDemonstrate a strong focus on student care and wellbeing, developing and maintaining practices that support student wellbeing and engagementLiaise with parents, effectively communicate and resolve issues and build positive relationshipsDemonstrate an understanding of and commitment to teaching girls at the Junior Years.The successful applicant will have :

Educational leadership experience including outstanding teaching practiceSuitable qualifications and VIT registrationAbility to lead and engage school community membersExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsA commitment to student learning and wellbeingThe ability to build trusting and respectful relationships and enable cooperation amongst staff.Excellent organisational and planning skillsDemonstrated ability to work under pressure and balance competing needsThe School Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School has over 3000 students from K-12 at campuses in Moonee Ponds, Essendon and Keilor East. We have outstanding staff, facilities and programmes to enhance student wellbeing and learning and develop creative, caring and critical thinkers.

The School provides a diamond education, with a co-educational Kindergarten programme, single-sex education at the Junior Schools and Middle Schools from Years 7 to 10 and co-education at the Larkin Centre (Years 11 to 12).

PEGS promotes the safety, wellbeing and participation of all students, including supporting children from culturally diverse backgrounds and those with individual needs.

Benefits A collaborative team environmentExcellent facilities and resourcesCompetitive salary and salary packagingAccess to an Employee Assistance ProgramTo Apply Please providea letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources viathe link below.

Applications are due by 10am Tuesday 8 July.

Click here to watch our welcome video and find out more about our Junior School (girls) campus. Apply now to join a school community that will inspire, challenge and reward you, so you can impart this to the next generation. Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity principles and understands the importance of diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all people regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, cultural background, disability, or sexual orientation.

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