Director of Students - Middle & Senior (3 Positions)

Director of Students (Years 7&8, 9&10, 11&12)

Teacher Permanent

POR 3 - 4 year tenure  (January 2026 -  January 2030)

About Cardijn 

Cardijn College is a dynamic R–12 co-educational Catholic school in Adelaide’s Southern Vales, inspired by the Marist tradition and the vision of Cardinal Joseph Cardijn and St Marcellin Champagnat. With over 2,300 students across three campuses—Marian (Years 7–12), Marcellin (vocational Years 10–12+), and Galilee (Reception–Year 9)—we offer diverse learning pathways, industry partnerships, and a strong sense of community. 

Position Summary

The Director of Students works in partnership with the Deputy Head of Campus and a team of House Leaders and Homeroom Teachers. Together they are responsible for the students’ pastoral care, wellbeing, and related academic progress. The Director of Students works in partnership with other Middle and Senior leaders to develop and maintain a family spirit and love of work that is evidenced by students at Cardijn.

The Director of Students is responsible to the Deputy Head of Campus for the development of students and the management of House Leaders in their assigned duties. In performing this role, the Director of students is a leader in the holistic development of students and through this role develops strategies, practices and processes that supports the development of students physical, social and mental health. All dealings regarding student pastoral care and wellbeing should be consistent with the school's Student Personal Responsibility Policy. The Director of Students with the House Leaders also has a significant leadership role in the management of the student leadership program.

Essential Selection Criteria

• Current Teacher Registration in South Australia and relevant demonstrated knowledge and experience.


• Teacher Accreditation in Catholic Education SA.


• Active support for the Catholic ethos and the College Mission and Values.


• Significant and relevant experience of and commitment to development and formation of staff.


• Significant experience in the strategic staff development and frameworks to achieve high quality teaching that supports learning environments and learning outcomes.


• Exceptional teaching and learning practices relevant to secondary schooling in a co-educational setting.


• Proven ability to build relationships between students, parents/caregivers and staff.


• Ability to translate vision into action and inspire, engage and lead others in an innovative manner.


• High-level organisational skills with demonstrated ability to plan strategically, problem solve, prioritise, work to deadlines to achieve quality outcomes, give attention to detail and relate tasks/actions to a wider strategic improvement context.


• High-level written and oral communication, interpersonal and negotiating skills with demonstrated capacity to cooperate and communicate effectively with people at all levels.
  

Specific Requirements

• Working With Children Check and Catholic Police Clearance to work in Catholic Education SA.


• Current valid Responding to Risks of Harm, Abuse and Neglect – Education and Care certificate.


• Approved Mandatory Notification training.


• Applicable First Aid Certificate relevant to the role requirements.

Employment Conditions and Benefits:

Cardijn College provides a supportive, inclusive and stimulating work environment, with access to outstanding facilities and resources to enable academic excellence. The employment terms and conditions are governed by the South Australian Catholic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020. Working hours are 37.5 hours per week for 41 weeks per year.

Applications:

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity, please include the following in your written application and address to the Principal, Mr Steve Byrne.

• 2-3 page document describing your suitability, experience and your vision for the role.


• Curriculum Vitae, including the names and contact details of three referees:- one of which must be your current employer (2-3 pages).


• CESA Declaration form: To download the CESA Declaration Form, click here: Form
  

Please submit your application online by 9:00 am, Monday 14th of July 2025. 

The Position Information Description can be viewed on the Cardijn College Employment webpage - https://www.cardijn.catholic.edu.au/community/employment