Assistant Head of Senior School

• Closing Date: 15/10/2025
• Salary: $130,743.00 – $157,000.00
• Job Type: Permanent – Full Time
• Location: St Philip’s Christian College Waratah
• Job Category: Leadership, Teacher

Applications close 9am Wednesday 15th October 2025.

This position will ideally commence in January 2026.

St Philip’s Christian College is a rapidly growing network of learning communities that has been on a journey to deliver holistic Christian education that develops the whole child – emotionally, intellectually, socially, physically and spiritually.

As a team, we thrive in and continue to promote excellent working relationships among staff that facilitate innovations and effective changes that readily benefit students and staff alike, while aligning with and supporting the core values of the College, namely:

• Christ first
• Serve one another
• Strive for excellence
• Do what is right
• Build community

Trusted as leaders in education for over four decades, we have pioneered and continue to trail blaze new pathways in education across the Newcastle, Hunter and Central Coast regions. We invite you to join us in this continuing journey of exploring and creating better ways forward in education that’s embedded in Christian values for the whole of life!

Job Description

The Assistant Head of Senior-School is a key member of the College Leadership Team (CLT), supporting the Head of School in the strategic and operational leadership of the Sub-School. This role carries significant responsibility for student wellbeing, discipline, and educational administration, and serves as a spiritual leader within the College community. The Assistant Head of Senior-School actively contributes to the development of a Christ-centred culture that nurtures students, supports staff, and builds strong partnerships with families.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support wellbeing-focused staff, fostering a caring and professional environment.
• Mentor teachers in pastoral care, behaviour management, and spiritual leadership.
• Promote staff wellbeing through access to internal and external support services.
• Cultivate a safe and nurturing environment where students feel known and valued.
• Oversee student wellbeing and discipline in partnership with Year Lead Educators.
• Assist in the development and implementation of individual support plans for students.
• Build strong relationships with parents, supporting student growth and engagement.
• Assist with enrolment interviews, orientation, and parent communication.
• Support daily operations of the sub-school, including events and leadership forums.
• Respond to student safety concerns and contribute to risk management planning.
• Champion professional learning and WHS compliance across the sub-school.

Desired Skills and Experience

• A Committed Christian who is actively involved in their local evangelical Christian church.
• Relevant teaching qualifications.
• A clear and well-articulated understanding of what it means to be a Christian teacher and the role of Christian Schooling.
• Experience teaching a Year 7 – 12 specialist area.
• Experience teaching Year 7 – 12 Mathematics is highly regarded.
• Proven experience in pastoral care, behaviour management, and student wellbeing.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and lead collaboratively.
• Demonstrated leadership and people management capabilities.
• High-level organisational and administrative skills.
• Capacity to write clearly and professionally in student records and correspondence.

WE’LL PARTNER WITH YOU ALONG THE WAY

As a member of the St Philip’s team, we are committed to advancing your God-given purpose and potential by supporting your personal and professional growth, while approaching the changing needs of the future with confidence and ingenuity.

All SPCC employees are responsible for ensuring the workplace is free from sexual harassment and must not engage in any behaviour that could amount to sexual harassment. They are also committed to a culture that supports and embraces Child Safe Standards and strictly complies with work health safety standards.

Important Note: Applications will be assessed as they are received and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. All applications received will be considered.

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