Supporting the transition of our young hearts and minds

At Bishop Druitt College, we believe every student is both unique and wonderfully made, with incredible gifts waiting to be discovered. We're seeking a passionate Transition & Engagement Coordinator who shares our vision of nurturing young hearts and minds through those pivotal middle school years.

If you're an experienced educational leader who sees the spark in every Year 6-8 student, and believes in the power of authentic relationships and character development to transform lives, we'd love to meet you!

This role calls for an exceptional and experienced middle school leader who is both intuitive and a great listener to ensure students and our parent/carer community are supported through this transitional period of their schooling lives.

This role calls for the following unique skills;

Bridge Builder;

• Guide students through the exciting (and sometimes scary!) transition from primary to secondary school
• Create a middle school culture where every student feels valued, heard, and empowered
• Turn nervous Year 6s into confident Year 8 leaders who are ready to take on the world

A Champion for Student Wellbeing;

• Put student voice at the center of everything you do
• Design programs that celebrate each student's unique journey
• Use restorative practices that heal hearts and build character
• Create a service-learning program that shows students how they can make a difference

Purposeful Innovator;

• Blend cutting-edge technology with timeless values
• Develop digital citizenship that goes beyond screen time
• Design celebrations that showcase not just achievement, but growth and character
• Build leadership opportunities that reflect our Round Square ideals

Community Connector;

• Be the friendly face families trust during transition times
• Organize events that bring our school community together
• Partner with both primary and secondary colleagues to create seamless pathways
• Support parents as they navigate their child's middle school journey

If you approach challenges with grace, wisdom, and a solutions-focused mindset, have a genuine love for the unique energy and possibilities of middle schoolers, and believe every child is created with purpose and potential, then we'd love to hear from you. We are particularly interested in hearing from candidates who share our Anglican values and appreciate our inclusive, faith-based approach to education and creating world prepared citizens.

Candidates are required to hold Australian teaching qualifications with NSW registration (NESA), have 5+ years of middle years teaching experience, plus 3+ years of student leadership experience (middle years preferred).

Bring your high emotional intelligence, natural empathy, resilience, innovative mindset, collegiality and open mindedness, along with your middle school magic to our table.

What We Offer You

This role is a permanent teaching role with a 4yr leadership contract, including a Level 2 allowance for the duration of the leadership position and 0.40FTE time allowance for the coordination element of the role.

Meaningful Impact

• Shape transition experiences for hundreds of students over 4 years
• Be part of a community committed to transforming lives daily
• Work in a supportive environment where your faith and values are welcomed

Professional Growth

• Level 2 Allowance recognizing your expertise
• Opportunities for professional development and learning
• Collaborative team environment with Heads of School and Directors of Learning & Teaching (Primary and Secondary).
• Chance to lead innovative programs and initiatives

Beautiful Location to support your work life harmony

• Stunning North Coast NSW setting
• Modern facilities with a warm, community feel
• Balance of teaching and coordination that keeps you connected to students
• Supportive colleagues who understand the demands of education
• College that values wellbeing for staff and students alike

Our Vision for You

We're looking for someone who doesn't just manage transitions - but transforms them into opportunities for growth, discovery, and joy. Someone who sees the sacred in the everyday moments of middle school life and helps students see it too.

You'll be joining a team that believes education is more than academics - it's about forming hearts, minds, and character to ensure our students are world prepared. Where innovation is guided by wisdom, and where every decision is made with love and intentionality.

How to Apply

Apply to this advertisement with your resume and a cover letter that helps us get to know the real you. Tell us about your vision for what middle school transitional support could and should look like at its very best.

Application Details

• Applications Close: 31st July 2025
• Start Date: 2026 academic year
• Contractual Terms: Ongoing teaching contract, with an additional 4yr fixed term position of responsibility contract. Level 2 allowance (0.60 FTE Teaching / 0.40 FTE Coordination)

Bishop Druitt College is committed to child safety and requires all successful applicants to hold a current NSW Working with Children Check. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds who support our Anglican ethos.