Executive Principal

About this job

OUR PHILOSOPHY

Christian College Geelong develops an atmosphere of care and concern for each student’s character growth and well-being, within a value system and set of priorities derived from the Christian faith. Honesty, integrity, compassion, respect and tolerance underpin the expectations of all interaction within the College program. The Board and staff of Christian College believe that every student reflects the goodness of God’s creation and has intrinsic worth, irrespective of class, colour or creed. Staff members daily seek to provide examples of Christian love in their dealings with students, parents and other staff members.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Founded in 1980, Christian College Geelong is a K-12 school where academic achievement is balanced with care and concern for each student’s character development and wellbeing, grounded in the Christian faith. We have five campuses across Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and Surf Coast region as well as a rural experience for Year 9 students at an expansive farm property in Scotsburn, near Ballarat, and a unique Art, Technology and Design campus for Senior School students in Waurn Ponds.

THE ROLE

Christian College Geelong is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as the Executive Principal. Reporting to the College Board, the Executive Principal will provide strategic leadership and direction to uphold the mission, vision, and values of the College. The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep commitment to Christian education, academic excellence, and the holistic development of students.

At Christian College Geelong, we are deeply committed to fostering exceptional learning experiences tailored to each student's future aspirations within a Christ-centered framework. Our vibrant community ensures that every student is truly seen and valued. With a team of dedicated and enthusiastic educators, we deliver top-tier instruction that empowers students across a wide array of academic pursuits. Complemented by a diverse range of co-curricular activities and comprehensive wellbeing initiatives, our holistic approach ensures students thrive academically, spiritually, and personally.

The position of Executive Principal oversees all 5 campuses and is supported by an executive team consisting of a Vice Principal, Business Manager, Operations Manager, and Dean of Christian Culture who are truly devoted to the College Philosophy.

WHAT YOU BRING

The incoming Executive Principal will have a strong understanding of the history of Christian College Geelong and alignment with the academic approach which is explicit teaching supported by a knowledge-based curriculum. They will need to have experience in coeducation and have highly developed interpersonal skills to build relationships with all stakeholders across the community.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate strong educational Christian leadership to provide a focus on continuous improvement to the learning and teaching programs.  A contemporary and creative outlook combined with high emotional intelligence and a calm and pragmatic demeanour will ensure success in this leadership position.

TO APPLY

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive curriculum vitae (CV) and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities in the position description. Please include details of three professional referees who can attest to your suitability for the role.

Applications should be submitted via email to recruitment@ccg.vic.edu.au.

Closing Date for Applications: 5pm, 17 May 2024

Enquiries:

For further enquiries about the position, please contact Maria Pearson or Kate Forbes, Managers, People & Community at recruitment@ccg.vic.edu.au on 03 5241 1899.

Join Christian College Geelong in shaping the future of education and making a positive difference in the lives of students. We look forward to welcoming an exceptional leader to our vibrant learning community.