Location: St Philip's Christian College Cessnock

Job Category: Teacher

Start Date - Thursday. 21 January 2027

St Philip’s Christian College is a rapidly growing network of learning communitiescontinuing its journeyto deliver holistic Christian education that develops the whole child - emotionally, intellectually, socially, physically, and spiritually.

Our team thrives on fostering solid working relationships that continue to encourage innovative and effective change, benefiting both students and staff while staying true to the College’s core values:

- Serve one another
- Strive for excellence
- Do what is right
- Build community

For over four decades, we have been trusted leaders in education, pioneering new approaches and educational opportunities across the Newcastle, Hunter, and Central Coast regions. We invite you to join us as we continue to explore and create better ways to educate, grounded in Christian values for the whole of life.

Job Description

The Assistant Head of Junior School will be a committed Christian whose responsibility it is to support the Head of School to fulfil the mission of the College. This is achieved by supporting the strategic direction in order to build the desired school environment. The position has a significant focus on;

- Student behaviour
- Administration

What you’ll be doing:

- All expectations as written on the standard Teacher Job Description.

Leadership Responsibilities:

- Be an active member of the Junior School Leadership Team.
- Maintain high standards of staff and student conduct.
- Lead and manage student behaviour and wellbeing systems.




- Active involvement in spiritual leadership and development of staff and students, including the leading of devotions and prayer
- Empower others through delegating responsibilities when leading committees and events.
- Encourage a responsive and collaborative culture aligned with College values.
- Participate in school improvement, evaluation and review processes.
- Represent the Junior School on College teams and committees as required.
- Coordinate the event management of key Sub school events including, but not limited to, A Splash of India, Operation Christmas Child, JS Disco, Grandparents Day, End of Year Awards Ceremony.
- Attend and be actively involved in supporting Subschool and College events, including camps, Open Days, Spring Fair, Colour Run, special celebrations and other events as directed.
- Maintain a visible and approachable presence throughout the Junior School.
- Attend Junior School, College and WHS meetings as required.
- Participate in, support and assist in leading the College Professional Learning Program.

Educational Leadership:

- Support and maintain a culture of high-quality teaching and learning.
- Promote teaching and learning as the core business of the Junior School.
- Stay informed of current educational research and emerging best practice.
- Contribute to strategic planning,



evaluation and continuous school improvement initiatives.
- Support the Head of Junior School in monitoring attendance, behaviour, pastoral care and engagement data to inform decision-making and student support.
- Maintain visibility and availability to support staff in addressing classroom and playground concerns.
- Meet regularly with teachers and leaders to provide support regarding student wellbeing and behaviour.
- Ensure parents and carers are informed, involved and supported when concerns arise regarding their child's learning, wellbeing or behaviour.
- Address and resolve complex matters involving staff, students and families while maintaining appropriate communication pathways.
- Contribute to the development of teacher practice through staff meetings, professional learning and coaching.
- Model exemplary classroom practice and maintain a high standard of teaching within the allocated teaching load.

Pastoral Care:

- Promote a culture where every child is safe, known and valued.
- Protect and preserve the dignity of every student.
- Support the spiritual, emotional, social and academic development of students.
- Acknowledge and celebrate student achievements and accomplishments.
- Promote positive behaviour expectations and attitudes to learning.
- Respond to student wellbeing and behavioural concerns in a timely and supportive manner.
- Support the effective administration of the College's pastoral care and behaviour management systems.
- Ensure accurate documentation and record keeping of significant incidents, behaviour matters and support plans.
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