Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time
Applications Close: 14 August 2026
Position: Head of Faculty - Health and Physical Education
Organisational Relationship: Responsible Head of Teaching and Learning
The Head of Faculty plays a pivotal role in monitoring and maintaining current assessment practices and ensuring that high academic standards are inherent in every subject within their area of responsibility.
Candidates will be expected to demonstrate strong Christian values and to have held significant leadership positions. The Head of Faculty be an innovative educator, who collaborates well with others and enjoys being part of a dynamic and progressive team of educational leaders.
Key Selection Criteria
An active Christian faith and willingness to uphold the ethos of the Lutheran Church of Australia
Evidence of capacity to contribute to, and uphold, the positive Lakeside College staff culture
An up-to-date knowledge of state and national curriculum along with comprehensive knowledge of specific subject content for Years 7-12
Capacity to reflect critically upon their qualified practice
Highly developed ability to establish and develop positive and constructive relationships with students, staff, parents and members of the wider community
Commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities as a member of the College team
Demonstrated ability to uphold a Childsafe culture
Child Safety
Lakeside College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and in keeping them safe from harm. Lakeside College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a child safe culture.
Be aware of, understand and comply with the principles of the Child Safe Standards at all times
Ensure adherence to the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Policies, including the Child Safe Standards, and demonstration of behaviours in accordance with these
Undertake regular training and professional development in Child Safety and Child Protection during your induction and on an ongoing basis
Respond according to the College’s policies and procedures when interacting with children, taking all allegations and concerns very seriously
Be committed to providing a safe environment for all children, promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety.
Application Process
Applicants should submit an application containing:
A resume including the names and contact details of 3 referees
A statement addressing the selection criteria of no more than two pages