Deputy Principal Head of Secondary School, St Andrews Lutheran College

Located in Tallebudgera on Queensland’s Gold Coast, St Andrews Lutheran College is a highly regarded E–12 co-educational Christian school with a strong sense of community and a clear commitment to the development of the whole person. Grounded in its mission of Celebrating the Gospel, Nurturing the Individual and Empowering Lifelong Learners, the College integrates academic excellence, wellbeing and spiritual growth within a vibrant school community. Students are known, valued and supported to pursue their personal best through broad academic and vocational pathways, authentic learning experiences and a rich co-curricular program.

As a key member of the Senior Executive Team, the Deputy Principal Head of Secondary School will contribute to the strategic, cultural and organisational leadership of the College while holding primary responsibility for the performance and outcomes of Years 7–12. Reporting directly to the Principal, the role leads the Secondary School with clarity, influence and decisive judgement, translating College priorities into aligned systems, consistent practice and measurable improvement. The role encompasses learning and teaching, curriculum, student wellbeing and behaviour, staff performance and capability, operations, and community engagement, while strengthening continuity and alignment across the College’s E–12 experience.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Commitment to actively model and promote the Christian faith, Lutheran ethos and strategic vision of the College.
• A strong record of strategic leadership that has delivered measurable improvement in secondary student learning, engagement, wellbeing and pathways.
• Educational leadership with the ability to drive excellence in learning, teaching and curriculum using data to strengthen professional practice and student outcomes.
• The ability to build high-performing teams through clear expectations, coaching, feedback, accountability and the effective development of established and emerging leaders.
• Exceptional organisational and operational leadership, including experience aligning people, structures, resources and systems with strategic and educational priorities.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong partnerships across the College and wider community.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and hold or be eligible for QCT registration.

St Andrews Lutheran College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to providing a child safe environment where children and young people are safe and feel safe, as outlined in the Child Protection Policy.

Hutton Consulting Australia is partnering with St Andrews Lutheran College in the search and selection process for this position. For a confidential discussion regarding the application process and to receive the Candidate Information Pack, please contact Tracey Hickey at tracey.hickey@hutton.education

Application closing date: 5:00pm on Sunday 9 August 2026.

Please ONLY APPLY directly via Hutton Consulting Australia’s website at: https://hutton.education/opportunities/