We are a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses, set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields. MacKillop is a college in the Josephite tradition, inspired by the spirit of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop; we invite passionate engagement in lifelong and authentic learning, respect diversity and support every person in the pursuit of excellence.

MacKillop is an innovative learning community offering contemporary facilities, a vibrant curriculum and supportive wellbeing programs that are respectful and responsive to the individual needs of approximately 1,730 students from Years 7-12.

About the role

The Year Level Leader has a key facilitation role in fostering a positive, collaborative and cohesive culture which supports student wellbeing, academic engagement, and personal development. Working in partnership with students, staff, and families, the Year Level Leader provides effective leadership to ensure that College expectations are upheld, interventions are coordinated, and a positive, respectful learning environment is maintained.

The Year Level Leader provides professional support to Teachers for implementing behaviour support and management plans which address behavioural and academic concerns, and facilitates the communication between students, families, and staff.

This role is central to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment in which students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, emotionally, and have accountability for their own learning and behaviour.

To be successful, we need an authentic and trustworthy role model, with an appreciation for the diversity and complexity of issues impacting young people, in particular those which may impact psychological wellbeing, self-esteem and confidence.

At MacKillop College our teachers enjoy the benefit of a welcoming and supportive culture, contemporary teaching facilities and professional support which includes, a team of dedicated instructional coaches and teacher mentors. As a Catholic College, our teachers must have an active commitment to working in and supporting a school culture that reflects gospel values and a pastoral approach towards student and staff wellbeing.

This is a permanent role as a Teacher, with a Position of Leadership (POL 4 + 800 minutes of release time) allocated until January 2027. The successful applicant can commence in Term 4 2025, or Term 1, 2026.