Head of Turner House

• Coveted executive opportunity
• Drive the momentum of this outstanding Junior School
• Enhance the School’s reputation for academic excellence

The Position
Firbank Grammar School seeks to appoint an exceptional and dynamic educator to the highly regarded position of Head of Turner House, Firbank’s ELC – Year 6 campus for girls.
Reporting to the Principal, the Head of Turner House will work independently on a daily basis to ensure the successful management and operation of the primary school programmes.  The Head of Turner House will provide inspirational and innovative leadership and create a safe, stimulating and challenging environment, whilst promoting the School’s vision and values.
The successful candidate will be a leader with an outstanding background in contemporary pedagogy.  Exhibiting an obvious passion for independent primary education, the appointee will be highly engaging and personable and present with gravitas gained from experience.  The successful candidate will demonstrate an empathetic and resilient leadership style, coupled with high emotional intelligence and a strong understanding of managing the needs of the entire Firbank community.  An understanding of ELC and how it can be grown and nurtured is highly desirable.  Presenting with strong academic credentials and qualifications the successful candidate will support the delivery of high-quality learning outcomes.
The Organisation
Firbank Grammar School was established in 1909 and today caters for approximately 1300 students.  Year 7-12 girls at Brighton Senior School campus, ELC – Year 6 girls at Brighton Turner House campus and ELC – Year 6 coeducational at Sandringham House Campus.  The community is enriched by boarders who join the Brighton Senior School campus from rural areas and overseas.
Firbank provides more than just exceptional education.  Student wellbeing is central and students are offered a breadth of experiences, knowledge and skills that equip them to be continuous ‘conquerors of learning’ and ready for life.
For more information visit: firbank.vic.edu.au
To apply, please click on ‘Apply now’ using reference FIRhth0720, addressing your cover letter and resume to Liz Jones or call +61 1300 347 437 for further information.