Deputy Principal - Wellbeing and Ministry

The successful candidate will seamlessly integrate a biblical worldview with evidence-based wellbeing frameworks, serving as a primary architect for student care, spiritual formation, and character development......

Our Future, Built on Our Foundations

Oxford Falls Grammar is a dynamic, independent Christian school located on Sydney's beautiful Northern Beaches. Driven by our Guiding Light mission, we provide a Christ-centred education that raises leaders and builds strong families to see vibrant communities in our city.

Our 5-Year Roadmap focuses on five core pillars—Students, Parents, Community, Staff, and Place. We are moving intentionally from "what we do" to "who we are," ensuring our core values are faith-filled, Spirit-led, aspirational, and innovative.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a visionary, strategic executive leader to fill the combined role of Deputy Principal – Wellbeing and Ministry. This pivotal full-time position provides Christ-centred leadership across our entire Kindergarten to Year 12 community, ensuring every student is deeply known, valued, and supported to develop Christian character.

The successful candidate will seamlessly integrate a biblical worldview with evidence-based wellbeing frameworks, serving as a primary architect for student care, spiritual formation, and character development.

Key Responsibilities

• Faith & Strategic Leadership: Model a Christ-like character, leading the K–12 pastoral and ministry teams with grace, integrity, and servant leadership.
• Pastoral Care & Character Education: Design and align K–12 pastoral structures for seamless student transitions, and oversee a Character Education framework explicitly mapped to the school’s Enduring Qualities (EQs).
• Restorative Culture: Lead the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) framework, trauma informed and restorative behavioral interventions that prioritize relationship repair, accountability, and gospel values.
• Community Partnership: Build strong connections with families, equipping parents with resources on digital safety, mental health, and faith formation.
• Compliance & Safety: Serve as one of the primary Child Protection Officers, ensuring strict compliance with legislative mandates and Child Safe Standards.

Please download and view a copy of the full Role Description.

Essential Criteria

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Active and Ongoing Christian Faith: A deep, personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ, demonstrating an active and ongoing involvement in a local Christian church.
• Educational Leadership: Proven experience in senior or executive leadership within a school environment, with a strong understanding of K–12 pastoral care and wellbeing frameworks.
• Strategic Capability: The ability to inspire teams, manage complex student and family needs, and align operational practices with the school’s strategic vision.
• Qualifications: Relevant tertiary qualifications in Education, Leadership, or Theology, alongside NESA accreditation (or eligibility).

To Apply

Please submit your application via the 'Apply to this Job' button below . Applications should include a cover letter addressing the essential criteria, your current CV, and a reference from your current Church Minister or Pastor.

Applications Close: Thursday 9 July 2026

Oxford Falls Grammar is a child-safe environment. All applicants must possess a valid Working With Children Check (WWCC) and be supportive of the school's Christian ethos and Statement of Faith.