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Posted 04 August, 2026
Covenant Christian School

Deputy Principal

Canberra ACT, Australia Full Time

Please Note: Overseas Applications
will be considered for this Job if you have permission to work in Australia.

Play a vital role in upholding the school's educational vision, fostering a positive and collaborative staff culture, supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of staff, and ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and school operations......

Seeking a Godly and competent Deputy Principal

Covenant Christian School is seeking an exceptional Deputy Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across the school. Working closely with the Principal, the Deputy Principal will oversee the day-to-day operations of the school.

As a key leader within our school community, the Deputy Principal plays a vital role in upholding the school's educational vision, fostering a positive and collaborative staff culture, supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of staff, and ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and school operations. The successful applicant will be a visible and approachable leader who is committed to serving students, families, and colleagues with wisdom, humility, and integrity.

Applicants must be suitably qualified and accredited to teach with the Australian Capital Territory Teacher Quality Institute (TQI). To align with the school’s Christian beliefs, applicants must be committed Christians of reformed evangelical or similar persuasion who are members of, and actively involved in, a local Protestant Christian church. All applications will be considered on their merit and teachers are encouraged to apply regardless of their level of experience. It is a requirement that all applicants hold a current Working With Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.

For further information, including an in depth role description please access the Candidate Information Pack

To ensure your application is fully considered, please ensure your submission includes all of the following requirements:

  • Completed Teaching Application Form: Please fill out all required fields in the provided form.
  • Current Resume / Curriculum Vitae: Detailing your professional history, qualifications, and achievements.
  • Written Responses to Supplementary Questions: Addressing the specific questions provided in the Candidate Information Pack.
  • Pastoral Reference: A written reference from your current Pastor supporting your application and active Christian commitment.

Please forward your complete application submission via email to [email protected] by 4:00pm, Monday 31 August, 2026.

Should you have any questions or require further clarification about the role or the application process, please do not hesitate to contact Covenant Christian School on (02) 6294 2455.

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