Job Description

Principal – St John's Lutheran Primary School, Portland

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Praise. Love. Serve.

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Applications are warmly invited for the position of Principal at St John's Lutheran Primary School, Portland, commencing Semester 2, 2026.

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St John's Lutheran Primary School is seeking an outstanding educator and visionary leader to commence as Principal in Semester 2, 2026.

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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).

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This is an exciting prospect to lead the School through its Strategic Plan 2024–2028, including the development of contemporary new learning facilities.

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The Role

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The Principal provides spiritual, educational and operational leadership within a supportive Lutheran community.

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Key focus areas include:

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Spiritual Leadership – modelling Christian faith and strengthening connections with Portland-Heywood Lutheran Church
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Educational Leadership – driving excellence in teaching and learning through contemporary, research-informed practice
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Strategic & Operational Management – overseeing finance, compliance, staffing and sustainable growth
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Community Engagement – building solid relationships with families, staff, the Gunditjmara community and the wider district
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The role includes a small teaching component (approx. 0.2 FTE)
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About You

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You will be a relational and strategic leader who:

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Is a practising Christian (LCANZ member, open to joining, or willing to undertake the process of 'colloquy')
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Holds (or commits to obtaining) Lutheran school leadership accreditation
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Has demonstrated senior leadership experience in education
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Is eligible for VIT registration
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Holds postgraduate qualifications in leadership (desirable)
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Why St John's?

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A nurturing, whole-child learning environment
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Expansive grounds and facilities supporting sustainability and outdoor learning
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Supportive governance and robust community spirit
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An exceptional coastal lifestyle in Portland, Victoria
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A competitive five-year contract package (aligned with LEVNT guidelines) will be offered. A Principal residence may be available by negotiation.

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Applications close:

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5pm Monday 6th April (Easter Monday) 2026

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St John's reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

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