Head of Senior School Operations

About the role

Trinity Grammar School, one of Melbourne's leading independent boys' schools, is seeking a Head of Senior School Operations. Reporting to the Deputy Principal and Head of Senior School, the role is a member of the Senior School Management Team and chairs the Operations Team. It coordinates operational functions that support learning and teaching across Years 7-12, with a focus on timetabling, academic co-curricular programs and emerging learning opportunities.

Key responsibilities

• Create and manage the Years 7-12 timetable, including blocking, teaching allocations, rooming, yard duties, key team meetings, examination timetables and changes throughout the year
• Balance student choice, curriculum and wellbeing priorities, staff expertise and availability, and the needs of partner programs such as the Ruyton Girls' School coordinate program
• Own the whole-school calendar and oversee academic operations for Years 7-12, including event planning, logistics, communications, staffing, attendance processes and compliance
• Oversee academic co-curricular programs, groups and clubs, the School Points allocation system, and international, interstate and local trips and tours
• Oversee the Daily Operations Manager, including daily staffing, replacement teacher arrangements and teacher leave processes
• Contribute to academic staffing, teaching allocations, workforce planning, recruitment and the annual staffing budget
• Document systems, workflows and operational knowledge so they are clear and transferable

Required profile

• Contemporary curriculum knowledge, sound judgement and a visible commitment to the school's values, child safety and collaborative leadership
• Exceptional organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to build constructive relationships
• Comfortable working across strategic and operational priorities, managing competing needs with patience and empathy
• High standards of professional integrity

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration and salary packaging
• Additional employer superannuation contributions when voluntary contributions are made
• Professional development opportunities
• Onsite pool and gym, onsite cafeteria and employee assistance program
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave
• School fee concession for permanently employed staff
• Annual first aid and CPR training and influenza vaccinations

The role is anticipated to be 0.5-0.6 FTE combined with a teaching allocation, depending on the candidate's expertise and school needs. Applications with a CV and cover letter are submitted to the Principal, and close on 5pm Wednesday 4 November 2026.