Australian Christian College | Deputy Principal

Management - Schools (Education & Training)
Full time
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Australian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are "well known, well loved, and well taught" by dedicated trained Christian staff.
ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 13 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
About ACC Burnie Our Burnie Campus in Tasmania is a K-10, co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is small, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school is great.
See a video of the Principal giving insight into the schoolhere
About the role Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced educational leaders for the position of Deputy Principal.
The Deputy Principal is responsible for maintaining and developing the positive culture and community of the school, ensuring students have access to high quality teaching and learning. The Deputy Principal reports directly to the Principal.
This full-time position (with teaching load) is soon as is practicable (open to negotiation).
The position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for identity, rights to work in Australia, and child protection in accordance with CEM policy.
About ACC Australian Christian College (ACC) is a protestant non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are "well known, well loved, and well taught" by dedicated trained Christian staff.
ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 13 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia.
About ACC Burnie Our Burnie Campus in Tasmania is a K-10, co-ed, Christian school that is blessed with a spacious and modern campus. While the school community is small, the learning culture is strong and the potential to grow the school is great.
See a video of the Principal giving insight into the schoolhere
About the role Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced educational leaders for the position of Deputy Principal.
The Deputy Principal is responsible for maintaining and developing the positive culture and community of the school, ensuring students have access to high quality teaching and learning. The Deputy Principal reports directly to the Principal.
This full-time position (with teaching load) is soon as is practicable (open to negotiation).
The position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for identity, rights to work in Australia, and child protection in accordance with CEM policy.

Requirements About You First and foremost, you will have a sincere and steadfast relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Out of this relationship, you will act graciously toward all members of the school community and think biblically through opportunities and challenges associated with being in a leadership role within a Christian school. You will be a spiritual and educational servant-leader who seeks the good of others.
More specifically, you will have:
a vibrant Christian faith, evidenced by service in your local church; the ability to articulate your faith to others; a commitment to the transformative power of the Gospel in the lives of students and staff alike; and, experience in educational leadership Benefits Work within a school leadership and group executive leadership that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture. Attractive salary package (including salary packaging options). Play an active part in growing the school and providing quality Christian care to students. Grow in your faith, skills, and experience as you received support from the Principal and CEM Executive Team and Head Office Relocation assistance may be available (depending on circumstances) How to Apply Applications should include a covering letter. In your letter please address these 6 key criteria and any experience you have in these areas:
Being a leader in Christian education Being a leader of learning Being a leader of curriculum and pedagogy Being a leader of school culture Having experience and understanding of administration, budgets, and governance Having high interpersonal and communication skills with staff, students, parents and the wider community. Applications should also include:
Curriculum Vitae / Resume Certified copies of academic qualifications Contact details for at least 2 referees Your referees need to be people whose knowledge of you as a leader is up-to-date. Referees are to include:
The senior pastor of your local church If you hold a current leadership role, the principal of your school If you hold a Principal's position, your current chair of the school board Applicants must:
Demonstrate an active Christian faith commitment Hold suitable teaching qualifications Be registered with the Teachers Registration Board (TRB) (or be eligible to register if coming from out of state) Demonstrate evidence of performing successfully in leadership positions in Christian schools Provide satisfactory referees In addition, a comprehensive Information Pack is available by confidential request
Your application will include the following questions:
Please provide the links to any of your social media profiles (Facebook, Instragram, Twitter, LinkedIn, TikTok). If none please put 'NA' Your residential address (street, city, state, postcode) Working with Children Check number: Your Teachers Registration Board of Tasmania (TRB) registration number: Do you have full registration status? How many full-time equivalent years have you completed as a teacher? How did you first hear about the position? Has an existing ACC Staff Member told you about this position and encouraged you to apply? If an existing ACC staff member told you about the job please write their name here (please list only 1 person). If not applicable please write NA Do you have any close friends or family who currently work at the school? If yes please list their names. If no please put 'NA' Why do you want to work at ACC? What makes you the ideal person for this role? What makes someone a Christian? What is the criteria for getting into Heaven? What's your views on the Bible's authority and relevance? What are your views on the bible's creation account, in Genesis, and evolution? Was Adam a real person? What church do you attend, for how long, and describe your level of involvement? Please provide the contact details of at least 2 referees (name, position, organisation, phone): one church pastor and at least one employment (e.g. Principal or Chair of the Board) Education, Training & Professional Development
You've arrived at the landing page for Australian Christian College. We are a group of six schools located in four states around Australia.
You can watch a short animation about our schools or you can go directly to the campus of your choice by selecting from the options below.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
You've arrived at the landing page for Australian Christian College. We are a group of six schools located in four states around Australia.
You can watch a short animation about our schools or you can go directly to the campus of your choice by selecting from the options below.
Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.
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