Principal

About ACC

As a Protestant, non-denominational Christian education organisation, Australian Christian College (ACC) empowers every student to flourish spiritually, academically, socially, and physically. Committed to excellence in education, ACC provides a supportive environment where students are "well known, well loved, and well taught" by dedicated, qualified Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 17 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia. For more information about CEM read our Employee Value Proposition.

About ACC Southlands

ACC Southlands is a growing school community located in the beautiful city of Albany. There are approximately 310 students from Kindergarten to Year 12 on-campus with a further 700 students from Pre-primary to Year 12 in our Distance Education cohort. Although we are growing rapidly, we are focused on sustainably stewarding God’s creation and we have a heart that all students will be well known, well loved, and well taught. Learn more about the school here. 

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety

ACC is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families. We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students. We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.

About the role

Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced educational leaders for the position of Principal.

The Principal is responsible for maintaining and developing the positive culture and community of the school, ensuring students have access to high quality teaching and learning. The role is supported by the Corporate Office with finance, HR, marketing, IT and building projects being provided by CEM. The Principal's role will be to grow and lead the School producing a strong Christian teaching culture of high quality. The Principal will be expected to generate the momentum required to move the School forward, building positive relationships within the school and wider community.

Before you apply please read through the application pack and have an informal chat with Jeremy Kwok on 0438753011 to ask any questions you may have about the role not covered by the pack.

This full-time position is expected to start Term 1 2027 (open to negotiation).

About You

First and foremost, you will have a sincere and steadfast relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Out of this relationship, you will act graciously toward all members of the school community and think biblically through opportunities and challenges associated with being in a leadership role within a Christian school. You will be a spiritual and educational servant-leader who seeks the good of others.

More specifically, you will have:

• a vibrant Christian faith, evidenced by service in your local church;
• the ability to articulate your faith to others;
• a commitment to the transformative power of the Gospel in the lives of students and staff alike;
• experience in educational leadership;
• a strong sense of initiative and a willingness to go above and beyond in pursuit of the school’s mission;
• a teachable spirit, marked by self-awareness, openness to feedback, and a focus on the good of the team; and,
• the ability to relate well to others, building strong, respectful, and collaborative relationships across the school community.

• Work within a school leadership and group executive leadership that has a clear Christian vision and a strong authentic Christian culture. 
• Attractive salary package (including salary packaging options).
• Free tuition for any dependents at a CEM school.
• Play an integral part in growing the school and the Christian culture as we support each and every student and staff member.
• Grow in your faith, skills, and leadership experience as you receive coaching and support from the CEM Executive Team and Head Office.
• Relocation assistance may be available (depending on circumstances)

How to Apply

Applications should include a covering letter. In your letter please address these 6 key criteria and any experience you have in these areas:

1. Being a leader in Christian education
2. Being a leader of learning 
3. Being a leader of curriculum and pedagogy
4. Being a leader of school culture
5. Having experience and understanding of administration, budgets, and governance
6. Having high interpersonal and communication skills with staff, students, parents and the wider community.

Your application should also include:

• Curriculum Vitae / Resume
• Certified copies of academic qualifications
• Contact details for at least 3 referees

Your referees need to be people whose knowledge of you as a leader is up-to-date. Referees are to include:

• The senior pastor of your local church
• If you hold a current leadership role, the Principal of your school
• If you hold a Principal’s position, your current chair of the school board

Applicants must:

• Demonstrate an active Christian faith commitment
• Hold suitable teaching qualifications
• Be registered with the Teacher Registration Board of WA (TRBWA) (or be eligible to register if coming from out of state)
• Demonstrate evidence of performing successfully in leadership positions in Christian schools
• Provide satisfactory referees

For any questions please contact [email protected]