At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead teaching and learning, student wellbeing, and staff development in a vibrant middle school community.
- Company: Hillcrest Christian College, a top innovative school on the Gold Coast.
- Benefits: Join a supportive team with opportunities for professional growth and a positive work culture.
- Other info: Permanent full-time role starting Term 4, 2026, with a focus on innovation and excellence.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact in students' lives while fostering a strong Christian ethos.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational leadership and a commitment to the College's values.
The predicted salary is between 81000 - 99000 $ per year.
Hillcrest Christian College is a leading private, interdenominational, co-educational day school located on the Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia. With more than 2,000 students from Pre-Kindy to Year 12 across three contemporary campuses, the College delivers a future-focused educational experience underpinned by a strong biblical worldview.
Set across 10 hectares of natural bushland, Hillcrest Christian College is entering an exciting season of strategic growth, innovation and transformational leadership development. With significant investment in people, programs, facilities and culture, the College is continuing to strengthen its position as a dynamic and forward-thinking educational community committed to excellence in Christian education.
Recognised as one of the Top 100 Innovative Schools globally by Cambridge University, Hillcrest is passionate about developing learners, leaders and staff who are equipped to make a meaningful impact in the world. We are now seeking dedicated and values-aligned professionals to join our growing team and contribute to the next chapter of the College's journey.
The position: Hillcrest Christian College is seeking to appoint an experienced and innovative Deputy Head of Middle Learning Community to provide strategic leadership of teaching and learning, student wellbeing, community culture, and staff development within the Middle (Years 5-8) Learning Community.
As a key educational leader, the Deputy Head of Middle Learning Community will cultivate a culture of belonging, excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement, ensuring community life reflects the College's Christian ethos and guiding principles.
Reporting to the Leadership team, this key leadership role is responsible for advancing academic excellence, student wellbeing and pastoral care while supporting staff growth and leading collaborative, high-performing teams to create a thriving learning environment where students flourish.
This is a permanent full time position, commencing in Term 4, 2026, or as otherwise negotiated with the successful applicant.
The successful applicant would demonstrate:
- Commitment to the College's vision, mission and values
- Dedication to working in an environment with other Christian colleagues who are committed to sharing the love of Jesus
- Relevant qualification as outlined in the Employment Pack
- Exceptional attention to detail and initiative
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
The successful applicant must be legally permitted to work in Australia and is required to hold a current Blue Card.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday 24 August 2026
Deputy Head of Middle Learning Community (Yrs 5-8) employer: at
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