Deputy Head – School Operations

Willunga Waldorf School – Newly Created Leadership Role

Full time | Ongoing | Willunga, South Australia

Willunga Waldorf School is entering an exciting phase of planned growth. To support this expansion and strengthen the School’s leadership capacity, we are seeking a thoughtful, collaborative and highly organised leader to step into our newly created Deputy Head – School Operations role.

Grounded in the internationally recognised Steiner philosophy, Willunga Waldorf School offers a rich, holistic education from Early Childhood to Year 12. Our beautiful campus in the McLaren Vale region provides a calm, natural and community‑centred environment where students are supported to grow into capable, responsible and compassionate young people.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of School and Business Manager, the Deputy Head plays a central role in ensuring the School operates with clarity, rhythm and strong organisational integrity. This role provides leadership across:

  • Daily school operations, timetabling and staffing coordination
  • Risk and compliance frameworks, including child safety, WHS and policy development
  • School events, festivals, camps and co‑curricular programs
  • IT and AV oversight in collaboration with internal staff and external providers
  • Supervision of key programs including Music, Library, International Students and After School Care
  • Executive support, meeting coordination and whole‑school communication

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a growing school community and to support the Head of School and Business Manager in shaping the next chapter of Willunga Waldorf School’s development.

About You

You will bring:

  • A recognised teaching qualification and experience as a classroom teacher
  • Experience in school operations, compliance or organisational leadership
  • Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
  • The ability to lead with steadiness, clarity and empathy
  • A collaborative approach and commitment to child‑centred, values‑based education
  • Sound organisational and decision‑making capability
  • A reflective, open‑minded approach and willingness to engage with Steiner education

Why Join Us?

  • A warm, community‑centred school culture
  • A beautiful natural environment on Kaurna Country
  • A leadership role with genuine impact during a period of growth
  • A values‑based workplace grounded in Goodness, Beauty and Truth
  • Salary and conditions aligned with the SA Department for Education Deputy Principal Scale and the Willunga Waldorf School employment terms and conditions

How to Apply

Please refer to the full Position Description before submitting your application.

Applications should include:

  • A brief Statement of Educational Philosophy (1 page)
  • A succinct response to the selection criteria (2–3 pages)
  • A current CV with contact details for two referees

Please email your application to:
Ms Jodie Thomas, Head of School
hr@wws.sa.edu.au

For enquiries, contact the School on 08 8556 2655.

Applications close 9am on Wednesday 3 June 2026.

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