Director of Education

Overview

NT Christian Schools is now hiring a Director of Education!  The Director of Education will join our Senior Leadership Team as a key executive, reporting directly to the CEO of NT Christian Schools.  This role will aim to provide high-level strategic leadership through change management, culture development and operational effectiveness, according to the organisation’s strategic plans. Supporting six campuses across the NT and shaping the future direction for students, staff and school communities, as part of NT Christian Schools.

About NT Christian Schools

NT Christian Schools is a recognised school system that plays a key role in ensuring that teaching, learning and corporate services are all managed for our school system as efficiently and effectively as possible.

The relationship between our staff and students is nevertheless uppermost in our minds, as we endeavour to provide the best corporate services possible to allow that relationship to flourish and for school communities to live out our mission and values.

NT Christian Schools plays a key role in relationship building and promotion to government departments, members of parliament and national associations such as Christian Education National (CEN).

About the Role:

The Director of Education is a key executive leader within NT Christian Schools, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).  This role provides high-level strategic leadership across NT Christian Schools and its campuses, working in close partnership with the CEO to implement change, influence organisational culture, and drive system-wide effectiveness in alignment with the organisation’s strategic framework and the Board’s vision.

The Director of Education plays a pivotal role in supporting and guiding Principals in their day-to-day leadership, providing inspiration, direction, and strategic support to ensure each school is well-led, safe, and delivering high-quality Christian education.  The role carries executive responsibility for the overall teaching and learning strategy and curriculum oversight across all campuses, ensuring that student outcomes are continually improved through robust frameworks and strong instructional leadership.

This position also leads and collaborates with both system and school-based Teaching and Learning teams, working closely with the broader executive leadership to ensure cohesion, innovation, and alignment of educational initiatives.  The Director of Education will lead the ongoing development of an excellent, Christ-centred educational model that nurtures students, equips staff, and advances the mission of NT Christian Schools.

Why work with us?

• Six (6) weeks annual leave.
• Long Service Leave pro-rata after five (5) years of continuous service.
• Fifteen (15) days per year of personal leave annually.
• Up to eight (8) weeks paid maternity leave for eligible employees in addition to government.
• Continued professional development in-person conferences and online e learning.
• Opportunity to study with the National Institute of Christian Education, paid by NT Christian schools.
• Tuition Discounts for your children if they attend an NTCS schools.
• Financial and practical assistance to relocate to the Territory.
• Salary Sacrificing.
• Access to counselling assistance with the employee wellbeing program.
• BUPA Health Care corporate rates.
• $155,384 – $174,890, negotiable

Apply online or reach out directly!

www.jobs.ntchristianschools.com.au

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08 8920 4355