Head of Secondary + PoR 3

About the job

An exciting opportunity has emerged for an enthusiastic and qualified Head of Secondary (Teacher) to join Palmerston Christian College.  The successful applicant will provide a rich and caring learning experience through the teaching of the Australian Curriculum including building positive relationships amongst staff, students and families.  The position requires the highest commitment to the Lord, the Bible and to schooling from a distinctively Christian perspective.

Skills and Experience

You will be an experienced teacher with proven leadership background who will have a strong understanding and experience to initiate, supervise and coordinate curriculum development and syllabus planning for the secondary school.  You will have a wealth of knowledge in designing and implementing aspects of the ‘learning space’ to ensure it is relevant to the needs and abilities of those students, giving them a reasonable opportunity to attain the goals and develop the skills outlined in the college curriculum.  In addition you will support staff, students and parents in the welfare of the students and the involvement in the operation of the school consistent with the Policies and Procedures and biblical direction of the NT Christian Schools.

NT Christian Schools exists to advance the Christian religion through the provision of education and religious instruction.  For the purposes of upholding the Christian ethos of our schools, it is a genuine occupational qualification of this role that applicants be able to teach religious education, lead, and otherwise assist in, religious practices and observances and personally adhere to, uphold, and authentically model the religious beliefs of NT Christian Schools.

Culture

“We encourage and support our staff to continue in their professional development and grow in all areas of their careers.  We would love for you to join our college and enjoy all it has to offer”.

– Luke Willsmore

Principal, Palmerston Christian College
What we offer

• Six (6) weeks of annual leave
• Long Service Leave at five (5) years of continuous service (as opposed to the usual ten)
• Fifteen (15) days per year of personal and carers leave
• Up to eight (8) weeks paid maternity leave for eligible employees in addition to government maternity leave.
• Financial and practical assistance for teachers relocating to the Territory
• Opportunities for staff to learn through the National Institute of Christian Education, *paid for by NT Christian schools
• All year round professional development

To Apply for this position please complete the application form found on our website https://jobs.ntchristianschools.com.au