Dean of Academics/Secondary Science Teacher

Southern Hills Christian College is a K-12 Christian school inBedfordale, Western Australia, and is part of the Swan ChristianEducation Association. Our staff are all committed Christians, andthis belief is embedded both explicitly and implicitly in ourcurriculum and all that we do.

We are seeking a competent and passionate Dean ofAcademics who can teach SecondaryScience to join our team in afull-time, permanent positioncommencing 1 January 2027.

The Dean of Academics oversees the Learning Areas for Scienceand Mathematics while having a teaching component in SecondaryScience.

This is not just a role; it’s a sacred opportunity to inspireyoung hearts and minds. You’ll lead and teach with purpose andconviction, sowing seeds of faith and learning that will shapelives for eternity.

Key Responsibilities Include:

- Lead curriculum excellence, teaching practice, andassessment standards to drive outstanding studentoutcomes.
- Develop, mentor, and inspire staff while fostering aculture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Lead the effective management of resources, budgets, andworkplace safety to support College success.
- Deliver engaging, inclusive learning experiences thatsupport the diverse needs and success of every student.
- Actively contribute to the spiritual, academic, sporting,cultural, and social life of the College community.
- Model Christian values and professional excellence throughongoing learning, growth and adherence to Collegepolicies.




- Demonstrates a personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christand is an active member of a Christian Church, living inaccordance with the Association’s Statement of Faith andEducational Objectives.
- Qualified Secondary Teacher with a strong understanding ofcontemporary teaching, learning, assessment and evaluationpractices.
- Skilled in differentiating instruction and leveragingtechnology to meet diverse student needs and enhance learningand administrative outcomes.
- Collaborative team player with excellent communication andrelationship-building skills across students, staff, parentsand the wider community.
- Committed to professional excellence, positive rolemodelling and active participation in the life of theCollege.
- Current Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia(TRBWA) registration and a valid Working with Children Check(WWCC) or willingness to apply.

Desirable SelectionCriteria:

(Include where appropriate in your response)

- To have undertaken formal studies in the area of ChristianEducation, attend a Christian College or be familiar withrelevant books and articles on Christian Education.
- To have experience in the advertised position.
- To have experience in using a digital learning managementsystem as a teaching and learning tool.

What We Offer:





- A purpose-filled leadership role in a vibrant,faith-aligned school community.
- Market-competitive salary packaging, professional development, andstaff support structures.
- A collaborative, prayerful and supportive Christian workculture.

How to Apply:

If you’re seeking to make a meaningful contribution as a leaderand educator, we invite you to apply online via the SCEA website:scea.wa.edu.au/working-with-us

We invite you to read the attached information pack that has afull list of duties and selection criteria to address. Onlineapplications should be submitted by the 30 th October2026, however shortlisting will begin immediately, and SCEA reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

Applications must include:

- A covering letter addressing all the Essential Criteria anda brief statement outlining the competencies you would bring tothe role and your reason for applying
- A current resume/CV
- Copies of qualifications
- Copies of current Working with Children Card, TRBWAregistration, or willingness to apply for them.

Only online applications that provide the aboverequirements will be considered. For confidential enquiries, please contact Joel Vallanceon (08) 9497 1751 or email [email protected]

Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA) is a not-for-profitnetwork of seven schools across Perth. With over 1000 staff and5000 students, SCEA is united in its mission:
“We value and empower every student to become all Godcreated them to be.”

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📌 Dean of Academics/Secondary Science Teacher (Armadale)
🏢 Swan Christian Education Association
📍 Armadale