The Role

The Careers Adviser works directly to the Head of Senior School. They are responsible for providing careers

and educational counselling, advice and support to assist students in finding their purpose and plan for

their future. In this role they assist students with decisions relating to levels of study and course selection.

The Careers Adviser is a full-time Position of Responsibility 1 (PR1) and will undertake a 0.8FTE teaching

load in Middle and Senior School.

Faith Basis of Appointment

We see the appointment of staff to Trinity Christian School as a ministry calling.

The ethos, aims and objects of a Christian School are based on:

> acceptance of the Lordship of Christ; and

> acceptance of the Bible as the revealed Word of God.

Within Trinity Christian School these are expounded in the Doctrinal Basis.

The Doctrinal Basis does not exhaust the extent of the beliefs of the School and its members. The Bible

itself, as the inspired and infallible Word of God, that speaks with final authority concerning truth, morality,

and the proper conduct of mankind, is the sole and final source of all that the School and its members

believe.

You must support the School in these areas and set an example of personal conduct and behaviour

consistent with the School’s beliefs and ethos as outlined in documents made available to prospective

employees prior to interview. Any appointment is conditional upon staff maintaining and demonstrating a

continuing firm personal belief and lifestyle consistent with the School’s Doctrinal Basis and the other

documents provided to staff, this being an essential condition of the appointment.

A Learning Centred Christian School

At Trinity Christian School we endeavour to make the link between our faith, what we do and how we

teach. We call our students and school community to grow “loving hearts, enquiring minds and generous

spirits”. At Trinity, how we teach must help our students in becoming who they were created to be in

Christ. How we teach should also bring a Kingdom perspective, set students’ minds on things above, deliver

meaning and show purpose.

The pedagogy in our classrooms at Trinity should engage enquiring minds, build questioning, allow for

grappling, exploring and reasoning. The students we teach should be given opportunities to grow and

serve, so they may see who they are becoming and their purpose. As we undertake to grow our learners

in both faith and learning, we must build in them the capacity to do so.

As stated in our Strategic Priorities for 2024 – 2027, we have a number of key areas of focus that we are

working toward:

Christian Faith and Growth

The spiritual nurturing of all individuals in the Christian faith, within a caring community of students, staff

and families united by vision, mission and values. A passionate focus on realising the transformative power

of the Gospel of Jesus, developing Biblical knowledge, and understanding and fulfilling the purpose of a

Christian life.

Excellence in Education and Learning

All students actively engaged, growing and thriving as learners in a learning centred school. Parent

partnership and student agency enhanced and supported. A commitment to educational excellence with

the creation and support of new ways of learning, varied student pathways and models of education, to

meet the needs of each learner.

Community and Belonging

A movement by all students, staff and families from joining and attending the school to belonging and

actively investing in the Trinity community. Connection and relationship developed and strengthened with

those in the School’s history as well as future community members.

Connecting with the World and Shaping Tomorrow

Ongoing design and formation of our 2030 learning environment for the community now and in the future.

A growth in our reach and impact on Christian Education nationally and globally, including shaping a

reputation as a centre for staffing development and excellence.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Strategic Leadership

> Play an active role in the development and implementation of a solid Christian worldview and biblically

based learning and teaching environment, ensuring that there is understanding, engagement and

participation by all teachers in your area of responsibility.

> Encourage and maintain a climate of quality and excellence in learning and teaching.

> Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

> Respond proactively to the changing education sector in line with the School’s strategic priorities, lead

innovation collaboratively and model a positive approach to change in your area of responsibility.

Wellbeing Leadership





> In partnership with Wellbeing and Studies Coordinators, support staff in their guidance and direction

of students as they work towards their developmental potential.

> Oversee the guidance and coaching of Senior School in terms of making wise decisions that will

contribute to their future prospects, outcomes and careers.

> Supporting the Head of School to ensure that students have a clear sense of purpose and direction as

they move through their studies and other school activities.

Careers Educational Leadership

Information

> Manage and promote incoming careers information and disseminate to students and families

> Promote scholarship opportunities and seek out potential candidates

> Coordinate UAC Schools Recommendation Scheme and Education Access Scheme

Careers Counselling

> Provide careers counselling / subject choice assistance for students/families

> Maintain records of all counselling interviews

> Promote and support students / families with alternate pathway options

Work Experience

> Coordinate and administer the work experience program including:

> Seek potential placements for students

> Liaise between employers and students / families

> Coordinate personal supervision of students on placement

> Maintain work experience records

Events / Student Development

Provide opportunities for students to have access to:

> Resume workshops

> Mock interviews

> UAC information and other university/CIT information

> Careers matching

> Labour market sessions

> Guest speakers – universities, gap years, financial planning, ADF etc

> Careers eXpo excursions

ACT Education / Careers and Transitions

> Point of contact for ACT Department of Education

> Attend Pathways meetings and CaT forums

Attend peak body information sessions

Staff Leadership and Management

In working with the Head of Senior School you will:

> Foster a positive and dynamic working environment by developing a team approach, ensuring open

communication, transparent and effective decision-making and collaborative work practices.

> Encourage and demonstrate effective communication within and beyond the School community,

including keeping staff informed about relevant decisions and issues in relation to learning and teaching

in relation to the VET requirements.

Financial and Resource Management

> Develop and manage Careers budget.

Contribute to a safe and healthy workplace by

> Following Work Health and Safety instructions and policies.

> Reporting accidents and hazards.

> Generally caring for own safety and that of others, including visitors, students, parents and volunteers

that may possibly be affected by actions or inaction.

Other duties

> Participate in and support the faith community of the School through prayer and communal worship

activities.

> Model the faith and values of the School in interactions with colleagues, students, parents and the

wider community.

> Attend staff meetings on days when rostered to attend for work.

> Attend the annual whole staff retreat.

> Attend devotions on days and times when at work. All staff are welcome to voluntarily attend staff

devotions outside of their allocated work times.

> Participate in school activities requiring staff participation.

> Other duties as required.

Experience, Knowledge and Attributes
> A personal acceptance of the Lordship of Christ and regular attendance at a Christian church (a church

holding a doctrinal position compatible with the Doctrinal Basis of the School).

> A sharp, research-informed progressive vision of learning and teaching and the capacity to lead

innovations that shape a Christian learning community of excellence.

> A gifted, dynamic teacher with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the development and

educational needs of students and a passion for encouraging them in faith in Jesus Christ.

> Excellent academic qualifications and subject knowledge, post-graduate qualifications or educational

leadership experience highly regarded.

> Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills and a willingness to relate with compassion,

humility, grace, strength and integrity to students, families and staff.

> Excellent leadership and administrative skills, including team building, coaching and mentoring.

> Flexibility to work the hours required to meet critical timelines and other responsibilities of your role.





Acknowledgement

The requirements of this job description are intended to describe the general nature and responsibility of

the work in this role. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks and

skills required of the job. Employees will also be required to follow any other job-related instructions and

school policies, and to perform other job-related duties requested by their Manager to support the

School’s compliance with its legislative obligations. The Manager may, through consultation with the

employee, vary the responsibilities of the position temporarily as required, but within the skills and

responsibility levels appropriate to the position.

Benefits of Working at Trinity Christian School

Trinity Christian School is an employer that promotes staff excellence and values the benefit that our

skilled team bring to the school. In addition to the highly competitive remuneration and conditions

as set out in the MEA we offer the following additional benefits to our staff across the school including:

> Attractive salary packaging arrangements.

> School fee concessions K to 12.

> Free access to OOSH program for junior school students (12 yrs under)

> Generous annual Staff Development Award program.

> Access to an Employee Assistance Program.

> Access to annual influenza vaccinations.

Application Requirements

Applicants are required to complete the online application form and provide all the following which must

not exceed 4 pages in total.

1. Response to each of the Key Areas of Responsibility: Provide a written statement to each of the Key

Areas of Responsibility and 1-2 paragraphs responding to the Selection Criteria as a whole.

2. Curriculum Vitae, covering:

> Positions held (including details of present position), dates, scope of responsibilities and key

achievements.

> Details of education and professional training and qualifications and membership of relevant peak

body/professional organisation.

Certified copies of transcripts, degrees/other qualifications and certificates, and proof of registration with

any relevant professional organisations will be required should you successfully reach the interview round.

Applicants who are shortlisted after interview stage will be asked to complete a Pre-Employment

Declaration and apply for a National Police Check (at the applicant's cost).

Other Essential Requirements

Employment Conditions

Employment will be subject to the conditions of the current ACT Christian School Teaching Staff

Multi-Enterprise Agreement. The salary and classification for this position will be dependent on the

qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

A Committed, Practising Christian

Applicants must be able to demonstrate a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and a

lifestyle consistent with that faith, including an active commitment to a Christian fellowship.

Right to Work In Australia

Applicants must be Australian Citizens or hold a current and valid working visa. The School will not consider

sponsorship nor support a visa application process. Please do not submit an application if you cannot meet

this requirement.

Working With Vulnerable People Check

In keeping with the School’s policy and legislative requirements, any offer of employment is subject to you

providing a satisfactory Working With Vulnerable People check prior to commencing employment and

maintaining this for the duration of your employment.

Teacher Accreditation

In accordance with legislative requirements all teachers must be accredited with the ACT Teacher Quality

Institute (TQI). Any offer of employment is subject to you providing evidence of TQI accreditation prior to

commencing employment and maintaining this for the duration of your employment.

Further Information

Applications close 17 August and are to be submitted electronically as a single PDF document as an

attachment to the online application form and will be assessed as they are received. The online application

form is accessed via the ‘Apply Now’ tab on the Employment page of Trinity Christian School website,

Employment Application Form | Trinity Christian School.

All confidential enquiries can be directed to the Principal, Rachel McLure by phone +61 2 6210 7500 or

email [email protected]

Interview

Interviews may be conducted following receipt of application, prior to the application closing date.

Interviews will involve meeting with the panel as a whole. Candidates shortlisted for interview will be

expected to address each of the Key Areas of Responsibility in the context of an interview.

Trinity Christian School

34 McBryde Crescent

Wanniassa ACT Australia 290

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📌 Careers Adviser (Wanniassa)
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