Acting Head of Primary

Mundaring Christian College is a thriving non-denominational, co-educational K–12 school, situated in the picturesque Perth Hills across two campuses with a Primary Campus in Mundaring and a Secondary Campus in Parkerville. Proudly operated by Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA), we are a provider of quality Christian education, dedicated to nurturing the academic and spiritual growth of our students.

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative Acting Head of Primary to join our team in a full-time position commencing from the 12th October 2026, or as negotiated. This is a fixed-term contract ending on the 24th September 2027, the end of Term 3.

The successful candidate will lead the strategic and operational direction of the Primary School as a key member of the Executive Leadership Team. You will work closely with the Principal to foster a cohesive, high-performing environment that promotes excellence in teaching, student wellbeing, and academic outcomes.

This is not just a role, it’s a sacred opportunity to shape the vision, culture, and future of a school that enables every student to thrive. You will lead with purpose and conviction, sowing seeds of faith and learning that will shape lives for eternity.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• An innovative and strategic leader who drives College improvement and supports key strategic initiatives.
• A collaborative leader who fosters positive relationships and continuous improvement across the College community.
• Lead high-quality teaching and learning, ensuring consistent, evidence-based practice and instructional excellence across the College.
• Build staff capability through coaching and professional learning within a positive, high-performing culture.
• Ensure compliance and risk management, maintaining strong adherence to legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Lead engaging co-curricular programs and school experiences that support student growth beyond the classroom.
• Lead data-informed decision-making and school improvement aligned with strategic priorities.
• Lead strategic change and improvement in the Primary School aligned to the College Strategic Plan.
• Build strong parent and community engagement, supporting positive relationships and effective communication.

Selection Criteria:

• Demonstrate a committed Christian faith by actively supporting the College’s Christian life and aligning with the Association’s Statement of Faith, Christian Lifestyle Statement, and educational objectives.
• Demonstrated relational leadership through building authentic relationships, fostering collaboration across a diverse school community, and maintaining an active presence in the spiritual, academic, sporting, cultural, and social life of the College.
• Demonstrated leadership and strategic capability including mentoring and empowering staff, translating vision into actionable plans and measurable outcomes, and exercising integrity and sound judgement in complex situations.
• Demonstrated operational and professional capability through effective organisation, proactive problem-solving, and sound knowledge of educational requirements and compliance frameworks.
• Current Working with Children Check, and Teachers Registration Board of Western Australia registration (or willingness to obtain).

What We Offer:

• Unity in Community: Join us as we continue to build strong connections between our networks of Schools as we work together for a common purpose.
• High-Capacity Workplace: Working for SCEA means joining with us as we continue to seek growth opportunities across our people, places and resources so we can offer excellent Christian education.
• Growth in Reach: Be a part of increasing community access to transformative Gospel- inspired education as we work with stakeholders to grow the SCEA Schools network.

How to Apply:

If you’re a dedicated leader seeking to make a meaningful contribution in Christian education, we invite you to apply online via the SCEA website: Working with Us

We invite you to read the attached information pack that includes the job description with a full list of duties and selection criteria to address. Online applications should be submitted by the 17th July 2026, however shortlisting will begin immediately, and SCEA reserves the right to close this advert before this date.

Applications must include:

• A covering letter addressing all the Essential Criteria and a brief statement outlining the competencies you would bring to the role and your reason for applying
• A current resume/CV
• Copies of qualifications
• Copies of a current Working with Children Check and TRBWA registration, or willingness to apply for each.

Only online applications that provide the above requirements will be considered.

For confidential enquiries, please contact Principal Doug Holtam through reception on (08) 9295 2688 or email doug.holtam@mundaringcc.wa.edu.au

About SCEA

Swan Christian Education Association (SCEA) is a not-for-profit network of seven schools across Perth. With over 900 staff and 5000 students, SCEA is united in its mission:

“We value and empower every student to become all God created them to be.”