Deputy Principal

Covenant Christian School; Australian Capital Territory; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Christian School in Canberra is seeking an exceptional Deputy Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school. Working closely with the Principal, the Deputy Principal will oversee day-to-day operations and uphold the educational vision.

The role requires accreditation to teach with ACT TQI and a commitment to the school’s Christian beliefs. WWVP registration is mandatory, and applicants should be active members of a Protestant church.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with ACT TQI accreditation.
• Experience in senior leadership roles preferred.
• Commitment to Christian ethos and school values.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across the school.
• Partner with the Principal to oversee day-to-day operations.
• Foster a positive staff culture and support wellbeing and professional growth.
• Ensure excellence in teaching, learning, and school operations.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Team development

Communication

Education

Qualified teacher registered with ACT TQI

Job description

Covenant Christian School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school. Working closely with the Principal, the Deputy Principal will oversee the day-to-day operations of the school.

As a key leader within our school community, the Deputy Principal plays a vital role in upholding the school's educational vision, fostering a positive and collaborative staff culture, supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of staff, and ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and school operations. The successful applicant will be a visible and approachable leader who is committed to serving students, families, and colleagues with wisdom, humility, and integrity.

Applicants must be suitably qualified and accredited to teach with the Australian Capital Territory Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). To align with the school’s Christian beliefs, applicants must be committed Christians of reformed evangelical or similar persuasion who are members of, and actively involved in, a local Protestant Christian church. All applications will be considered on their merit and teachers are encouraged to apply regardless of their level of experience. It is a requirement that all applicants hold a current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

To ensure your application is fully considered, please ensure your submission includes all of the following requirements:

Completed Teaching Application Form: Please fill out all required fields in the provided form.

Current Resume / Curriculum Vitae: Detailing your professional history, qualifications, and achievements.

Written Responses to Supplementary Questions: Addressing the specific questions provided in the Candidate Information Pack.

Pastoral Reference: A written reference from your current Pastor supporting your application and active Christian commitment.