Skip to Main Content

Job Title


Deputy Head of Junior School (girls)


Company : Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School


Location : Melbourne, Australia


Created : 2025-06-28


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Join to apply for the Deputy Head of Junior School (girls) role at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Deputy Head of Junior School (girls) role at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar SchoolGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Full time, ongoing role commencing January 2026Outstanding school leadership opportunityJoin a high performing school with excellent programmes and facilitiesFull time, ongoing role commencing January 2026Outstanding school leadership opportunityJoin a high performing school with excellent programmes and facilitiesApplications 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 WillModel outstanding educational leadership for staff and studentsSupport the Head of Section in planning, coordinating and delivering the Schools 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 HaveEducational 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 SchoolPenleigh 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.BenefitsA collaborative team environmentExcellent facilities and resourcesCompetitive salary and salary packagingAccess to an Employee Assistance ProgramTo ApplyPlease provide a letter of application, resume and the names of at least two referees to Simone Fisher, Director of Human Resources via the 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.To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Melissa Grant on 9016 2000.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionEducation and TrainingIndustriesPrimary and Secondary EducationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Penleigh and Essendon Grammar School by 2xGet notified about new Head of School jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.Head of Mandeville Learning Centre (Library)Professor and Assistant Associate Dean, PsychologyMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoHead of Library and Information Services (Whole School)Keysborough, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoHead of Mandeville Learning Centre (Library)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoOSHC Coordinator -Albion North Primary SchoolMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoLecturer / Senior Lecturer in Pharmacy (EF/ T&R)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoLecturer in Mathematics (Probability and Stochastic Processes)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoLecturer/Senior Lecturer in Aerospace EngineeringAssociate Lecturer / Lecturer in Electrical EngineeringMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoLecturer/Senior Lecturer in Remote Sensing / Geospatial ScienceMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoLecturer/Senior Lecturer in Isotope GeochemistryMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoHead of School, Early Childhood and CareMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoAssociate Head of Teaching and Learning Digital LearningSt Kilda East, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoAssociate Head of Teaching and Learning Senior PathwaysSt Kilda East, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoDeputy Principal Quality and Innovation (Whole School)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoDeputy Head of Campus - Head of OperationsSt Kilda East, Victoria, Australia 5 days agoDirector of Learning Partnerships and PracticeMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoWheelers Hill, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoOSHC COORDINATOR -ANGLESEA PRIMARY SCHOOLMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 16 hours agoHead of HOPE (Healing Oriented Program of Education)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr