Head of Senior School – Christian Education Leader

Chairo Christian School; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Chairo Christian School invites applications for the Head of Senior School / Secondary Teacher position at the Pakenham campus, commencing January 2027. This full-time role is embedded in a transition period with leadership responsibilities across Years 9–12 and the broader campus development.

The successful candidate will hold teaching qualifications, be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and demonstrate a genuine Christian faith aligned with Chairo’s Statement of Faith.

Qualifications

• Must hold relevant tertiary qualifications in education and be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
• Postgraduate qualifications in education or educational leadership are desirable or progress towards such qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Senior School (Years 9–12) at the Pakenham campus.
• Oversee development of the Pakenham campus and contribute to leadership structure planning beyond 2027.
• Mentor, support and develop teaching staff and build strong partnerships with the school community.

Skills

Educational leadership

Staff mentoring

Communication with school community

Christian worldview

Education

Tertiary qualifications in education

Registered with Victorian Institute of Teaching

Postgraduate qualifications in education/leadership (desirable)

Job description

Chairo Christian School invites applications for the Head of Senior School / Secondary Teacher position at the Pakenham campus, commencing January 2027. This full-time role is embedded in a transition period with leadership responsibilities across Years 9–12 and the broader campus development.

The successful candidate will hold teaching qualifications, be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching, and demonstrate a genuine Christian faith aligned with Chairo’s Statement of Faith.