Head of Faculty - Christian Studies

Position: Head of Faculty - Christian Studies

Organisational Relationship:Responsible Head of Teaching and Learning

Employment Basis:Full-Time, Contract, Commencing 2027

Location: Pakenham, VIC 3810

The College invites suitable applications for the position of Head of Faculty - Christian Studies. This position is a leadership role, the Head of Faculty plays a pivotal role in monitoring and maintaining current assessment practices and ensuring that high academic standards are inherent in every subject within their area of responsibility.

Candidates will be expected to demonstrate strong Christian values and to have held significant leadership positions. The Head of Faculty be an innovative educator, who collaborates well with others and enjoys being part of a dynamic and progressive team of educational leaders.

Classification: Lutheran Education Victoria, New South Wales, Tasmania Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2018 and the National Employment Standards.

Lakeside College is a Prep to 12 co-educational Christian school in the Lutheran tradition. Situated in Pakenham, a picturesque suburb and easy drive to the south-east of the Melbourne CBD, the College campus boasts excellent facilities in pleasant surrounds. Partnerships with local organisations give access to impressive arts and sports venues.

Serving a growing and vibrant community, Lakeside College has a current enrolment of 658 students split across Primary and Secondary School. Students, staff and parents are committed to supporting each child to learn, care and achieve – in doing so, giving glory to God and serving the world in love.

Key Selection Criteria

The applicant for the position is required to provide evidence of skills and experience that demonstrates;

• An active Christian faith and willingness to uphold the ethos of the Lutheran Church of Australia
• Evidence of capacity to contribute to, and uphold, the positive Lakeside College staff culture
• An up-to-date knowledge of state and national curriculum along with comprehensive knowledge of specific subject content for Years 7-12
• Capacity to reflect critically upon their professional practice
• Highly developed ability to establish and develop positive and constructive relationships with students, staff, parents and members of the wider community
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment and capacity to actively contribute to a broad range of school activities as a member of the College team
• Demonstrated ability to uphold a Childsafe culture

Child Safety

Lakeside College is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. The College has zero tolerance for child abuse and is committed to acting in children’s best interests and in keeping them safe from harm. Lakeside College regards its child protection responsibilities with the utmost importance and as such, is committed to providing the necessary resources to ensure compliance with all relevant child protection laws and regulations and maintain a child safe culture.

For more information regarding our commitment to child safety and to view relevant policies, please visit our website.

As part of the recruitment process, previous employers of candidates will be contacted to confirm the applicant's suitability to work with children. Applicants that do not consent to this process will not be employed.

Once an applicant is appointed, they must:

• Be aware of, understand and comply with the principles of the Child Safe Standards at all times
• Ensure adherence to the College’s Child Safety Code of Conduct and Policies, including the Child Safe Standards, and demonstration of behaviours in accordance with these
• Undertake regular training and professional development in Child Safety and Child Protection during your induction and on an ongoing basis
• Respond according to the College’s policies and procedures when interacting with children, taking all allegations and concerns very seriously
• Be committed to providing a safe environment for all children, promoting physical, emotional and cultural safety.

Application Process

Applicants should submit an application containing:

• A resume including the names and contact details of 3 referees
• A statement addressing the selection criteria of no more than two pages
• Copies of academic transcripts
• Applications must be submitted electronically to recruitment@lakeside.vic.edu.au
• Questions can be addressed to the College Principal, Mr. Robert Tassoni, at principal@lakeside.vic.edu.au
• To request a copy of the Position Description, please email recruiment@lakeside.vic.edu.au
• Applications close Friday 14th August 2026