Job Description

Christway College - Expression of Interest – Head of Campus (Foundation Appointment)

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Lead the establishment of a new Christian school campus opening in Colac in January 2027

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Are you a visionary Christian educator with the passion, courage and leadership to establish a thriving new school community from the ground up?

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We are seeking Expressions of Interest from exceptional educational leaders for the inaugural Head of Campus position at our new Victorian campus, scheduled to open in January 2027.

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This is a rare opportunity to shape the culture, identity and educational excellence of a new campus while being supported by the established leadership, governance and mission of an existing Christian school.

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The Opportunity

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As the Foundation Head of Campus, you will play a pivotal role in bringing our vision to life. Working closely with the Executive Principal and leadership team, you will lead the campus through its establishment phase, including:

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- Developing a vibrant Christ-centred learning community
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- Recruiting, mentoring and inspiring high-quality staff
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- Building strong partnerships with families, churches and the wider community
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- Establishing a culture of academic excellence, wellbeing and servant leadership
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- Leading student growth, enrolments and community engagement
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- Ensuring operational readiness for the campus opening and ongoing succes
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This is a unique opportunity for an entrepreneurial leader who is energised by creating something new while remaining grounded in a strong Christian educational philosophy.

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About You

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The successful candidate will demonstrate:

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- A mature and authentic Christian faith, actively lived and modelled.
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- A deep commitment to Christian education and the integration of faith and learning.
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- Proven experience in educational leadership within a school environment.
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- The ability to inspire, develop and lead high-performing teams.
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- Strategic thinking combined with excellent organisational and operational capability.
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- Outstanding communication and relationship-building skills.
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- A passion for innovation, community building and educational excellence.
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- Eligibility for teacher registration in Victoria (or the ability to obtain registration).
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Why Join Us?

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As our Foundation Head of Campus, you will have the opportunity to:

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- Establish the vision and culture of a recent Christian school campus.
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- Influence the educational experience of generations of students.
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- Build and lead a dedicated and mission-focused staff team.
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- Partner with committed families in shaping young people's faith and learning.
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- Be part of an established Christian school with strong governance, resources and support.
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Commencement

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The successful applicant will ideally work with Christway College Management team during 2026 to lead planning, recruitment and campus establishment ahead of the official opening in January 2027.

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📌 Christway College - Expression of Interest - Head of Campus (Foundation Appointment) (Colac)
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