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Applications are warmly invited for the position of Principal at St John's Lutheran Primary School, Portland, commencing Semester 2, ****.
Principal – St John's Lutheran Primary School, Portland
Praise. Love. Serve.
Lutheran Education VIC, NSW & TAS (LEVNT)
St John's Lutheran Primary School is seeking an outstanding educator and visionary leader to commence as Principal in Semester 2, ****.
Located on a picturesque 10-acre site in historic coastal Portland, Victoria, St John's provides a Christ-centred education to approximately 123 students (Foundation–Year 6).
This is an exciting opportunity to lead the School through its Strategic Plan *********, including the development of contemporary new learning facilities.
The Role
The Principal provides spiritual, educational and operational leadership within a supportive Lutheran community.
Key focus areas include:
Spiritual Leadership – modelling Christian faith and strengthening connections with Portland-Heywood Lutheran Church
Educational Leadership – driving excellence in teaching and learning through contemporary, research-informed practice
Strategic & Operational Management – overseeing finance, compliance, staffing and sustainable growth
Community Engagement – building robust relationships with families, staff, the Gunditjmara community and the wider district
The role includes a small teaching component (approx. 0.2 FTE)
About You
You will be a relational and strategic leader who:
Is a practising Christian (LCANZ member, open to joining, or willing to undertake the process of 'colloquy')
Holds (or commits to obtaining)



Lutheran school leadership accreditation
Has demonstrated senior leadership experience in education
Is eligible for VIT registration
Holds postgraduate qualifications in leadership (desirable)
Why St John's?
A nurturing, whole-child learning environment
Expansive grounds and facilities supporting sustainability and outdoor learning
Supportive governance and strong community spirit
An exceptional coastal lifestyle in Portland, Victoria
A competitive five-year contract package (aligned with LEVNT guidelines) will be offered. A Principal residence may be available by negotiation.
Application Process
For a confidential conversation and to obtain the Candidate Information Pack, which outlines the full position description, qualifications and experience required, and the Key Selection Criteria please contact:
Applications close:
5pm Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) ****
St John's reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.
How to Apply
Applications should be submitted as one combined PDF document and addressed to:
The Board Chair, St John's Lutheran Primary School and emailed to Ligia Learmonth, Senior Executive Consultant and James Mundy, Head of ANZUK Executive: E: and E:
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