Principal — Inspire Growth in a Christ-Centered School

Pacific Valley Christian School; Yamba; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Valley Christian School is seeking a Principal to provide Christ-centred, strategic and educational leadership across the Prep–Year 12 community near Yamba, NSW. The successful applicant will work with the Executive Principal and school community to steward the school’s Christian mission, drive excellence and ongoing improvement, and support staff, students and families.

The role emphasizes building a vibrant Christian culture, sustaining enrolment growth, and maintaining strong

Qualifications

• Experience in senior school leadership
• Strong understanding of Christian education and values
• Proven ability to lead educational improvement and high-quality teaching and learning
• Ability to develop people, build teams and foster a positive workplace culture
• Strategic planning, organisational improvement and change leadership
• Knowledge of governance, compliance, accreditation, child safety and risk management
• High emotional intelligence, relational warmth and excellent communication skills
• Ability to build partnerships with students, staff, families, churches and the wider community
• Servant-hearted, ethical and resilient leadership aligned with Christian values

Responsibilities

• Championing the School’s Christian mission, vision and values
• Providing visible spiritual and cultural leadership across the School community
• Leading high-quality, evidence-informed teaching and learning
• Supporting student wellbeing, engagement, achievement and Christian character development
• Building capability, engagement and accountability of staff
• Developing and empowering current and emerging leaders
• Leading strategic planning, innovation and sustainable school improvement
• Strengthening relationships with students, families, churches and the wider community
• Supporting enrolment growth and long-term sustainability of the School
• Ensuring governance, compliance, accreditation, risk management and child-safe practices
• Stewarding the School’s people, finances, facilities and resources with wisdom and integrity

Job description

Pacific Valley Christian School is seeking a Principal to provide Christ-centred, strategic and educational leadership across the Prep–Year 12 community near Yamba, NSW. The successful applicant will work with the Executive Principal and school community to steward the school’s Christian mission, drive excellence and ongoing improvement, and support staff, students and families.

The role emphasizes building a vibrant Christian culture, sustaining enrolment growth, and maintaining strong