Belmont Christian College is seeking a passionate and dedicated Christian educator to join our leadership team as the Deputy Head of Secondary. Situated in the Newcastle region, our College is a co-educational Christian school committed to providing a Christ-centred education, fostering both academic excellence and the holistic wellbeing of students.
This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced educator who is enthusiastic about future-focused wellbeing practices and has a heart for Kingdom Education. The successful applicant will be ready to commence in Term 1 2025.
Key Responsibilities: Support the Head of Secondary in leading the operational management of Years 7-12. Oversee and implement student wellbeing initiatives aligned with the College's purpose. Lead the Wellbeing Team to deliver wellbeing and pastoral care services effectively. Ensure alignment of student discipline and wellbeing practices with College policies. The ideal candidate will have: It is an inherent requirement of the role that the incumbent has a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, actively attends their local church, and willingly supports the vision of the College. Understanding of child safety principles and demonstrated ability to implement safeguarding policies in a school setting. Current registration with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) as a secondary teacher, ideally with qualifications in wellbeing, and a valid Working with Children Check. Experience in providing leadership and operational support for a Secondary School. Experience in developing and implementing student wellbeing programs. Strong skills in managing student behaviour, with the ability to address sensitive issues with discretion. Demonstrated abilities in the following: Adhering to principles and values Working effectively with people Relating and networking Presenting and communicating with confidence Adapting and responding to change What we offer: A collaborative and supportive team environment. The opportunity to contribute to the growth and development of a vibrant Christian community. Access to ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities. Applications close: Friday, 18 October 2024
To apply: Please complete the online application form on our website.
For any questions about the role, please contact the Head of Secondary on (02) 4922 8300.
Access a copy of the job description here.
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