We are seeking an experienced and visionary educational leader to join our School Leadership Team as Head of Junior School.
This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Christian educator to lead and nurture the learning, wellbeing, and spiritual development of students from Early Stage 1 to Early Stage 2 while contributing significantly to the strategic leadership and culture of the School.Pacific Hills Christian School is a co-educational K-12 Christian school with **** students, located in Dural, in the Hills District of Sydney.
The School is part of the Pacific Group of ten Christian schools, with six of these schools located in regional NSW.
The School emphasises excellence and growth in Christian character with its vision being 'to provide a Christian educational community as a centre of teaching, learning, and serving excellence founded on Biblically based beliefs, values, and behaviour'.
A distinctive of Pacific Hills is our commitment to Christian service.Reporting to the Principal and serving as a member of the School Leadership Team, the Head of Junior School provides strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of the Junior School.The successful applicant will oversee aspects of Junior School life, ensuring the effective implementation of the School's vision, policies, and educational goals while fostering a positive and thriving learning environment for students, staff, and families.This is a permanent full time role, commencing Term 1, ****,



whilst an earlier start may be available via negotiation.Key Responsibilities Include:Leading the vision, culture and ongoing development of the Junior SchoolProviding leadership and support to Junior School teaching staff, and Support and Operational staffOverseeing student wellbeing, pastoral care, and student leadership initiativesDriving excellence in teaching and learning practicesManaging Junior School operations, enrolment processes, and class placements in conjunction with the RegistrarSupporting curriculum leadership and staff professional developmentContributing to school-wide strategic planning and policy developmentWorking collaboratively with parents and the wider school communitySupporting the oversight and integration of Outof School Hours (OOSH) programsEnsuring compliance with relevant child protection, WHS, and regulatory requirementsTo be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:A personal Christian faith and active commitment to Christian educationAppropriate tertiary qualifications in EducationA minimum of five years teaching experienceAt least two years' experience in educational leadershipA deep understanding of the principles and practices of Christian educationExemplary classroom teaching practiceStrong leadership, organisational,



and administrative capabilitiesOutstanding interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsThe ability to develop, implement and evaluate policies and proceduresA heart for servant leadership and a passion for supporting students, staff, and familiesAs a valued member of our community you will:Have the opportunity to be a part of a supportive Christian communityShare in daily devotions as a staffAccess career growth & developmentHave Global Mission opportunitiesHave access to an on-site cafe and canteenAccessibility to AISNSW's Fitness Passport ProgramThe School offers staff the chance to grow in their careers in a strongly mentored and caring environment.
Commitment to a local church and the ethos of Christian education is essential.
Applications should include a reference from a minister of the church you regularly attend.For further information, please contact the HR Department by ******, referencing the school and role you are enquiring about.Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process.
Please note that applications will be considered as received, and an appointment may be made prior to the date applications close.Pacific Hills Christian School is a child safe workplace; all candidates are required to provide their NSW Working with Children Check Number for verification.Candidates must comply with the NSW Teacher Accreditation Act and provide their NESA Accreditation Number for verification.
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📌 Head Of Junior School (Sydney)
🏢 Pacific Education
📍 Sydney