Embark on an extraordinary journey to transform the destinies of disadvantaged and disengaged young minds! Y Community School invites passionate leaders to join our dynamic team as our Senior Campus Principal.

The Opportunity

As Principal of our Senior Campus, you’ll play a key leadership role within our established and growing independent school. Working closely with our Executive Principal, lead teachers and exceptional team of teaching and youth support work staff, you’ll lead the delivery of high-quality education and student wellbeing outcomes for students in years 10-12.

You’ll lead and oversee senior campus operations, support outstanding teaching and learning, and maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment for students and staff. You’ll also contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and the ongoing growth of a school community dedicated to improving outcomes for young people who have become disengaged from mainstream education.

This is an opportunity to join an organisation committed to high-quality education and meaningful student engagement. You’ll be a visible and collaborative leader who can build strong relationships, lead teams efficiently, and foster a positive and engaging culture where every student has the opportunity to thrive. You’ll be joining an organisation that recognises that great outcomes for young people are achieved by supporting the wellbeing, growth, and work-life balance of our staff.

For more information about the key duties and responsibilities, check out the position description (copy link into browser):

https://ymac.worldmanager.com/go/MUR4c3 

Why Join Us?

• Up to $15,900 in tax-free salary packaging each year + additional package options to boost your take-home pay.
• Supportive leadership committed to creating a flexible and supportive working environment.
• Ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Staff discounts on everyday expenses like shopping, gift cards and more through our employee benefits program.
• Free on-site gym access.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family.

About Y Community School

We are an independent school focused on re-engaging young people who have become disengaged in mainstream education, supporting them to build the skills and confidence to reach their goals and create meaningful futures. Established in 2024, our senior campus in Epping provides a safe, inclusive space where students can thrive. And we’re growing, with a junior campus set to open in 2027. Built on the pillars of wellbeing, academic growth and vocational opportunity, our Y program is founded on evidence, experience and a student led approach.

Want to know more about our School? Visit our website (copy link into your browser) – https://www.yschool.vic.edu.au/

Qualification and Experience

• Legal right to live and work in Australia.
• Four-year trained tertiary qualification in education.
• Registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Police Check (International if you have lived outside Australia in the last 5 years).
• Current First Aid, CPR, Anaphylaxis and Asthma quals.
• Leadership skills and the ability to lead a small team and coordinate programs.
• Highly developed communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to tailor programs for disengaged young people.
• Ability to engage with at-risk students and navigate challenging behaviours.
• Experience in working with young people who have become disengaged from mainstream education.

How to Apply

We invite you to submit your resume and cover letter by clicking on the 'Apply Now' button. For further enquiries about the role, please contact Megan Noy, Executive Principal on 03 9407 6229 or email megan.noy@yschool.vic.edu.au. You can also email recruitment@ywhittlesea.org.au (please be sure to apply via the job ad and not by email).

Applications close date: 25/06/2026

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. This position may close early if a suitable candidate is identified before the official closing date.

Here’s what our teams say about working at the Y (https://youtu.be/FuLVNN6R5xA)

Safeguarding at the Y

At the Y, we are committed to empowering all Children and Young People to feel safe and be safe, at the Y, in their families and in their communities. As such, we ensure that all of our candidates are appropriately screened (including police checks) to make sure that the right people are in the right roles.

To learn more about our screening processes, click here to view our Safeguarding Children and Young People Policy (copy link into your browser):

https://ymca.org.au/about-us/safeguarding-children-young-people/safeguardingresources/

The Y is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to the safeguarding of children and young people.