Vacancy Details

Head of Middle School Boys

City (West Melbourne)

  • Outstanding opportunities for professional growth, career progression and leadership 
  • Full Time, Ongoing Teaching Position
  • Fixed Term, Position of Responsibility, 5 - year Tenure,
  • Supportive, high-performing and collaborative environment  
  • Commencing Term 1 (January 2027) 

The Head of Middle School (Boys) is an important leadership position at Haileybury City.  Leading the Boys Middle School of Years 5-8 in a vertical campus in the centre of Melbourne is an exciting role. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate educator to foster a culture of excellence, wellbeing and inclusion, grounded in Haileybury’s Magenta Principles. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong educational leadership, sound pastoral judgement, and a commitment to boys’ education in the Middle Years.

All Heads of School at Haileybury maintain a classroom-based teaching load together with this significant position of responsible. Applicants should refer to the Classroom Teacher Position Description in conjunction with this role.

 

The role

The Head of Middle School (Boys) is responsible for the academic, social and emotional development of students, and for building a positive and inclusive culture. Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading a strong, inclusive community where students and staff feel valued, connected and empowered 
  • Championing best practice in teaching, learning and pastoral care, in collaboration with Heads of School and Teaching and Learning and Wellbeing teams 
  • Inspiring and positively challenging students and staff 
  • Overseeing academic achievement and student progress, ensuring excellence across all areas of learning 
  • Leading, managing and supporting staff to ensure high standards of professionalism, collaboration and effectiveness 
  • Managing the day-to-day operations of the Middle School (Boys) and supporting campus events and activities 
  • Contributing to evidence-based practice and demonstrating contemporary approaches to student wellbeing

 

About you 

We are seeking an exceptional teacher to join our team. You will bring:

  • Passion and expertise in teaching students from Year 5 to 8 students
  • Evidence-based pedagogy and a commitment to explicit instruction
  • Effective use of technology to enhance learning
  • Strong, respectful relationships with students and colleagues
  • Collaborative spirit and a drive for continuous improvement
  • Curiosity and commitment to deep learning
  • Ongoing professional growth, using data and feedback to refine your practice

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold a current VIT Registration.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team that values both academic achievement and personal growth.

 

About Haileybury

Haileybury’s vision is to be recognised as a great world school. Our mission is to deliver an exceptional educational experience that fosters the growth of each student through leading teaching and learning programs, a wide array of opportunities, within a culture of high expectations, empowering students to excel.

Everything that we do is centred around our Magenta Principles, striving to be more than a school. Our principles support and shape this in our daily work:

  • Every student matters every day
  • Every staff member matters every day
  • Effective practices support sustainability
  • One inclusive community

Haileybury offers a flexible, diverse, and inclusive workplace. We’re focused on embracing change and celebrating our people.

If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply to join the team at Haileybury where we aim to create a supportive culture and learning environment that fosters both academic achievement and personal growth for our students.

 

Why work for us:

  • Competitive remuneration aligned to experience 
  • Strong focus on professional growth, career progression and leadership pathways 
  • Outstanding facilities, resources, technology and working environment 
  • Local and international secondment opportunities (Melbourne campuses, Darwin and Tianjin) 
  • Generous employee benefits, including paid parental leave and additional personal leave 
  • Employee Assistance Program, salary packaging and discount partnerships

 

Want to find out more?

To view the position description, please click on the attachment below. For all enquiries, please contact the People and Culture Team via peopleandculture@haileybury.com.au

To apply, please click on the “Apply Now” button to be directed to our online recruitment portal.

Applications close: 9.00 am, Monday 9th November 2026.

Shortlisted candidates may be contacted as applications are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.

Please note that applicants must have the right to work in Australia and VIT Registration.

 

Haileybury is committed to the protection of children and the promotion of a culturally safe and supportive working environment for diverse communities. The successful applicant will be required to satisfy child protection screening and adhere at all times to the school’s Child Safety and Wellbeing Policy (https://www.haileybury.com.au/policies).

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