Assistant Director of Sydney Christian Schools Teaching Hub

Part Time (0.2 FTE)

Commencing Term 4, 2026

The Sydney Christian Schools Teaching Hub (SCSTH) is a collaborative initiative of Christian schools committed to the formation of future educators who think deeply, love generously, and teach faithfully. The Hub partners with tertiary providers to deliver a Cadetship Program that integrates academic study, school-based experience, and spiritual formation. Member schools support trainees through mentoring, insight sessions, and professional development, preparing them for accreditation and long-term service in Christian education.

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The Role

The Assistant Director, Teacher Formation will be responsible for supporting the mission of the Hub by nurturing the spiritual, professional, and personal formation of trainee teachers.

The role exists to ensure that trainees are supported as emerging Christian educators who think deeply, love generously, and teach faithfully. Working closely with the Director, Member Schools, Mentors, and tertiary providers, the Assistant Director will provide pastoral care, instructional coaching, trainee development, and recruitment support, helping cultivate a thriving learning community marked by growth, excellence, and Christian discipleship. The appointment should be based on a strong calling from the Lord as agreed by both the College and the individual. The successful applicant will demonstrate servant-hearted leadership, relational warmth, and a passion for developing the next generation of Christian teachers. The position includes a Position of Responsibility (POR1) allowance. For 2027, the Assistant Director, Teacher Formation, will be a 0.2 FTE role.



This will be reviewed annually by the Director and Executive Committee.

While this position serves the Sydney Christian Schools Teaching Hub, employment is held through Norwest Christian College Ltd, the governing body of SCSTH Member School Norwest Christian College. Norwest Christian College Ltd provides the centralised employment framework for SCSTH staff, including salary administration, leave entitlements and professional learning requirements.

For more specific details, please see the Role Description

About You

The successful candidate will demonstrate a personal faith and commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, with a lifestyle consistent with that faith, including active commitment to a Christian fellowship.

- Accredited teaching qualification and eligibility for registration in NSW.
- A minimum of ten years’ classroom teaching experience in primary and/or secondary settings.
- Ability to collaborate in a multi-school collaborative context.
- Christian education, formation & worldview integration with the ability to instruct Trainees in ways to integrate a Biblical worldview into Christian teaching practices.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent time management and organisational capability.
- A commitment to ongoing qualified learning and growth.

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be expected to provide a Working With Children Check clearance number or clearance letter and must be able to live and work in NSW.

How to Apply

Applications close on Monday, 26 October 2026. Early applications are appreciated to assist the interview process. Please note that applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made prior to the application close date.

Please be aware that interviews for this position will be on Monday, 2 November.

📌 Sydney Schools Teaching Hub - Assistant Director (Riverstone)
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