Assistant Principal – Alice Springs NT in Melbourne

About us

NT Christian Schools is a leading independent school group dedicated to providing excellence in Christian education across the Northern Territory. We are committed to fostering academic achievement, character development and spiritual growth in our students. Our schools are built on strong values of integrity, compassion and community service, creating supportive learning environments where every student can thrive and reach their full potential.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Principal to join our leadership team at our Alice Springs campus. This is a full-time position that offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on student outcomes and school culture in a regional setting. As Assistant Principal, you will work collaboratively with the Principal and senior leadership team to drive educational excellence, support staff development and foster a nurturing school community. This role is based in Alice Springs, Northern Territory and offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to Christian education in a vibrant regional centre.

Key responsibilities

• Support the Principal in the strategic direction and day-to-day management of the school
• Provide educational leadership and mentoring to teaching and support staff
• Oversee curriculum implementation, quality teaching practices and student learning outcomes
• Manage student discipline procedures and pastoral care systems
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to improve teaching quality
• Coordinate professional development initiatives and staff training programmes
• Liaise with parents and carers regarding student progress and wellbeing matters
• Contribute to the development and implementation of school policies and procedures
• Participate in timetabling, scheduling and resource allocation
• Uphold and promote the Christian values and mission of the school
• Support the administration of school operations and compliance requirements

What we're looking for

• Teaching qualification and current registration with the relevant teaching authority in Australia
• Minimum 7-10 years' experience in teaching, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership or middle management position
• Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, pedagogical practice and student assessment
• Strong leadership capability with the ability to inspire, motivate and develop staff
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to engage effectively with students, families and staff
• Sound understanding of educational law, safeguarding requirements and duty of care responsibilities
• Commitment to Christian values and the mission of faith-based education
• Experience in a regional or remote school setting is highly desirable
• Problem-solving ability and sound judgement in managing complex situations
• Current Working with Children clearance or willingness to obtain one
• Capacity to adapt to a smaller school community and contribute beyond formal role responsibilities

What we offer

NT Christian Schools is committed to supporting the professional growth and wellbeing of our staff. We offer competitive remuneration aligned with industry standards, ongoing professional development opportunities and a collaborative, supportive work environment. We recognise the unique demands of regional education and offer flexibility where possible to support work-life balance. Staff have access to wellbeing initiatives and are part of a school community that values every individual. We encourage applications from candidates seeking to make a meaningful difference in a faith-based educational setting and are happy to discuss the role requirements and potential flexibility to support your needs.