Head of Senior School

Haileybury Rendall School is seeking an exceptionally highly motivated educator, experienced in the Wellbeing space and passionate about shaping the lives of students to join our team as Head of Senior School. This School Executive level position is a 3-year fixed term position commencing January 2027 and is a vital role supporting educational excellence.

All staff at Haileybury Rendall School work together to fulfil the School’s mission: to develop high-achieving students who are connected globally, to each other and to the communities in which they live and will serve. Haileybury Rendall School offers a flexible, diverse and inclusive workforce. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating and nurturing our people.

The Haileybury Rendall School program provides an exciting and enriching curriculum for all students. It builds resilient and independent learners with skills in creativity, communication, collaboration and critical thinking.

Our teaching approach is tailored to suit all year levels. We develop core literacy and numeracy skills through explicit instruction in the junior years, while in the middle years we move to a combination of explicit instruction and student-centred learning. As students enter their senior years, they begin a three-year VCE program coupled with a range of subjects to suit all interests and abilities.

Health and wellbeing

Haileybury Rendall School provides a safe and supportive learning environment where students are given the opportunity to achieve their full potential, in every aspect of their school life.

Education excellence

Education excellence is at the heart of our culture and national rankings consistently rate Haileybury as one of Australia’s leading independent schools with 20% of our students achieving ATARs above 95.

Extra and Co-Curricular

We are committed to supporting Co-Curricular programs with a range of Extra-Curricular activities covering sport, music, performances, competitions and community initiatives.

Modern facilities

Students have access to a range of academic and sporting facilities including basketball courts, recreational ovals, a swimming pool and a gym.

Ultimately, students leave Haileybury Rendall School prepared for the challenges that lie ahead, with a love for learning and with the life skills essential for success.

Haileybury Rendall School is committed to a Child Safe school environment and we have extensive recruitment and screening processes in place. All interested applicants are encouraged to read and familiarise themselves with Haileybury Rendall School's Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy located on the Haileybury Rendall School website (https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au/policies).

Haileybury Rendall School is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families. Haileybury Rendall School is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children, including those under the care and supervision of the School. The School recognises the importance of, and its responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing.

Benefits of joining Haileybury Rendall School:

• Salaries and packages at above-award level
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 2022 Australian Education Awards Winner – Boarding School of the Year.
• 2023 Australian Education Awards Winner – Regional School of the Year.

For further insights into the experience and benefits of working at Haileybury Rendall School , please visit the Employment page on the Haileybury Rendall School website (https://www.haileyburyrendall.com.au) and refer to “Careers”.

Haileybury Rendall School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

To apply for this position, you must have the legal right to live and work in Australia.

Applications close on 10th July 2026 at midnight. Please note we will be screening applications and scheduling interviews as applications are received; therefore, the role may be filled prior to the closing date.