JOB DESCRIPTION

Covenant Christian School is a distinctly and explicitly Christian Prep to Year 12 co-educational day school with over 900 students, located in Belrose on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Working in partnership with parents, our passionate and highly qualified teaching staff deliver the curriculum from the understanding that all of life must be centred on God and his plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

With a focus on the nurture and discipleship of our students, Covenant seeks to meet the individual learning needs of each student and support their well-being and development from an academic, social, emotional and spiritual perspective.

Vision: To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Mission: To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

ROLE STATEMENT

Teachers Aides are responsible for assisting the classroom teacher in implementing the Vision and Mission of the school in the context of the classroom and other areas of the school in which they work.

Aides are to show godly support to students, expressing the outworking of their faith not only in the way they relate to students, but with all the interactions they have with teachers and others in the Covenant Christian School community.

Aides provide valuable assistance to the class teacher as they follow their direction in the safe functioning of the classroom and its environment, and as they assist in student learning. The Aide is directly accountable to the Learning Support Coordinator (Prep-12) who delegates the Aide to the class teacher or in the Learning Hub as required.

Aides are also expected to develop their skills and understanding of the role and are encouraged to be involved in the wider life of the school as we seek to assist parents in the nurture of their children by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God's glory.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion actively involved in the life of their local church.
• Able and willing to sincerely affirm the School’s Statement of Belief, modelling a lifestyle that reflects Christian practice and beliefs in their everyday life.
• A genuine passion for Christian Education, and for supporting students in a way that fosters academic achievement, valuing students for who they are rather than what they can do and assisting them in differentiated learning experiences within the classroom
• Applicants are not required to have formal qualifications or work experience upon engagement although knowledge, training or experience in Learning Support would be an advantage
• Able to work autonomously (under supervision) and collaboratively with others
• Able to instil a culture of learning in students, collaborating with teachers and other Aides to develop appropriate strategies
• Competent in the use of technology (iPad or Windows literate)
• Friendly, warm, approachable and encouraging manner with strong interpersonal and communication skills and a genuine care and interest in student welfare.
• A current Working with Children Check

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide general assistance of a supportive nature to teachers, under their close supervision or as directed (Level 1*) to ensure the safe functioning of the classroom and its environment
• Provide assistance with the educational program where specific skills are involved (Level 2*)
• Apply knowledge and skills to a limited range of tasks and roles in specific contexts (Level 1*) or where a limited complexity of choice of actions is required, and where on occasion more complex tasks may be performed (Level 2*)
• Work within established routines, methods and procedures that are predictable (Level 1*)
• Perform a combination of routines, methods and procedures with the ability to be flexible and still achieve prearranged work priorities (Level 2*)
• Apply limited judgment when resolving problems; be willing to refer to the direct supervisor for required action (Level 1*) or to the direct supervisor for any additional action (Level 2*)
• Assist in student learning, either individually or in small groups, under the direct supervision of a teacher
• Routine supervision of straightforward task; close supervision of more complex tasks. When working alone, less guidance and some autonomy may be involved (Level 2*)
• Assist in the collection, preparation and distribution of classroom materials
• Assist with clerical duties associated with normal classroom activities, e.g., student records, equipment records, etc.
• Assist teachers with the care of students on school excursions, sports days and other student activities
• Take direction from teachers as required; Be proactive as to the needs of the classroom; Be a team player Be willing to undertake Professional Development from time to time; Liaise with parents only in the presence of a supervisor; Help to maintain developmental records and portfolios, etc.
• Take responsibility for small groups as directed
• From time to time, the Teachers’ Aide may be required to do other duties as directed

WE OFFER:

• Two weeks’ Professional Development each year (January and July)
• Dedicated Induction Day in January (for new staff)
• A supportive, caring Christian environment
• An onsite café; staff morning teas
• Onsite gym and Fitness Passport

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

To ensure compliance with NESA requirements and school pedagogical perspectives, implementing a child safe culture that promotes positive wellbeing for students.

• All staff have a responsibility to take reasonable care for their own safety and that of everyone else at school or involved in school activities
• To model a commitment to safety, adherence to policies and safety procedures
• In consultation with the Executive and other Administration staff to identify hazards and manage risks, especially those related to programs, activities, equipment and systems of work in your area.

The school reserves the right to modify and adjust role descriptions to meet its operational and strategic needs.

Melissa Brown

Principal

January 2025

Award:   Christian Schools NSW (Support and Operational) Multi-Enterprise Agreement (latest version).

      The School’s Staff Code of Conduct and Statement of Belief also applies to your employment.

Covenant Christian School is a distinctly and explicitly Christian Prep to Year 12 co-educational day school with almost 900 students, located in Belrose on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Working in partnership with parents, our passionate and highly qualified teaching staff deliver the curriculum from the understanding that all of life must be centred on God and his plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

With a focus on the nurture and discipleship of our students, Covenant seeks to meet the individual learning needs of each student and support their well-being and development from an academic, social, emotional and spiritual perspective.

Vision: To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Mission: To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

ROLE STATEMENT

The Head of English is responsible for implementing the Schools’ Vision and Mission within the classroom, coordinating programs of work across the English area, relating to classroom activities and ensuring syllabus content which meets NESA requirements and the school’s teaching and learning framework. This will require significant involvement in curriculum development, planning, and reflective and adaptive classroom practice.

You will be supported by the Head of Secondary School (HoSS) and Principal in curriculum development and pedagogy, as well as additional resources from the Extension and Enrichment Coordinator and Learning Support Coordinator. You will also participate in professional practice, growth and development initiatives.

As Head of Faculty, you will implement a child safe culture, ensuring a strong Parent Partnership presence that supports our community, sharing in staff devotions, and being involved in the wider life and cultural expectations of the school.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordination of programs of work across your KLA relating to classroom activities.
• Leadership of the development, implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning programs.
• Leading staff in collaborative planning , professional learning and induction, mentoring and development.
• Facilitating sharing and learning knowledge and skills with and from peers/other teachers.
• Development of your staff team to ensure delivery of quality teaching to your students. Ensure all curriculum, teaching programs and assessment procedures are compliant with NESA requirements and the school’s teaching and learning framework, and that curriculum content is taught from a biblical perspective.
• Ensure quality assessment practices and procedures are implemented within the faculty.
• Provide an effective climate of learning that fosters academic achievement, actively exploring ways to differentiate learning experiences and assessment in the classroom, including relevant adjustments according to student individual learning plans.
• Establish and maintain a child safe and positive classroom culture that fosters clear student behavioural learning and discipline expectations aligned to the school’s Student Code of Conduct.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a biblical worldview shapes your leadership, and teaching and learning practices. Check that programs, rationales and assessments encourage students to think biblically about your subject area(s) and are challenged to develop and use their gifts wisely.
• Work in collaboration with Learning Support and Extension and Enrichment staff to ensure teachers provide students with the appropriate additional support they may require.
• Ensure teachers implement effective practices to monitor student progress and academic standards within the guidelines set by the school.
• Participate in and lead Professional Learning activities (including during PD Week/Conference Week events) to enhance your own and your team’s teaching practice through a framework of feedback and continued professional growth. Ensure you maintain a proper work/life balance to support your own wellbeing and that of your team.
• Report any concerns regarding the wellbeing of students to the Head of Secondary School (HoSS).
• Ensure all deadlines are met, informing the HoSS of any variances, and leaving appropriate student work for covering staff when absent from the school.
• Lead student and school events, along with maintaining a positive uniform culture at all times.
• Lead staff team meetings to improve teaching and learning quality and practices and collaborate with staff members in the development of their understanding.
• Work cohesively with staff, being subject to relevant authority in line with the organizational structure of the school, to promote collaborative relationships between teachers, students and parents.
• Contribute to staff devotions, be involved in the wider life of the school and help to instill positive cultural expectations across Secondary School.
• Communicate directly with class parents when and where appropriate, managing any parent concerns in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Use technology, where appropriate, to improve teaching and learning processes

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion actively involved in the life of their local church.
• Able and willing to sincerely affirm the School’s Statement of Belief, modelling a lifestyle that reflects Christian practice and beliefs in their everyday life.
• Genuine passion for, and capabilities in Christian Education, suitably qualified, and NESA accredited in NSW. An ability to teach Extension 1 and Extension 2 is an advantage.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop a team, and develop a culture of learning.
• Competent in the use of technology as it relates to the education programs, particularly Canvas and Edumate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; and an appreciation for and understanding of the unique development needs of students and the significance of spiritual, social and emotional learning to personal growth, wellbeing and academic engagement.
• A current Working with Children Check
• A commitment to your own professional learning and to making contributions to the broader Christian Education community, including willingness to undertake post-graduate studies as appropriate.
• Ensure administrative deadlines and reporting requirements are met in a timely manner and actively partner with support staff to ensure a superior parent experience.

WE OFFER:

• Two weeks’ Professional Development each year (January and July)
• Dedicated Induction Day in January (for new staff)
• Support package of programs and mentoring for those new to the profession, including ‘Covie 101’ for new teachers, and mentoring for all new staff.
• A supportive, caring Christian environment
• An onsite café; staff morning teas
• Onsite gym and Fitness Passport

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

The school is committed to providing a healthy and safe workplace for everyone. All staff have a responsibility to take reasonable care for their own safety and that of everyone else at school or involved in school activities. As such you must comply with reasonable Workplace Health and Safety instructions, policies and procedures, including the provision of care to students within the scope of your role. You will also participate in school safety, such as by completing risk assessments, addressing hazards and reporting safety incidents.

The school reserves the right to modify and adjust role descriptions to meet its operational and strategic needs.

Role commences January 2026

Application close 28th July 2025

Covenant Christian School is a distinctly and explicitly Christian Prep to Year 12 co-educational day school with almost 900 students, located in Belrose on Sydney’s Northern Beaches.

Working in partnership with parents, our passionate and highly qualified teaching staff deliver the curriculum from the understanding that all of life must be centred on God and his plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

With a focus on the nurture and discipleship of our students, Covenant seeks to meet the individual learning needs of each student and support their well-being and development from an academic, social, emotional and spiritual perspective.

Vision: To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Mission: To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

ROLE STATEMENT

The Head of Mathematics is responsible for implementing the Schools’ vision and mission in their area of responsibility, and coordinating programs of work across the Mathematics area, relating to classroom activities and ensuring syllabus content which meets NESA requirements and the school’s teaching and learning framework. This will require significant involvement in curriculum development, planning, and reflective and adaptive classroom practice.

You will be supported by the Head of Secondary School (HoSS) and Deputy Principal in curriculum development and pedagogy, as well as additional resources from the Extension and Enrichment Coordinator and Learning Support Coordinator. You will also participate in professional practice, growth and development initiatives.

As Head of Faculty, you will implement a child safe culture, ensuring a strong Parent Partnership presence that supports our community, through leading student assemblies, sharing in staff devotions, and being involved in the wider life and cultural expectations of the School.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Coordination of programs of work across your KLA relating to classroom activities.
• Leadership of the development, implementation and evaluation of teaching and learning programs.
• Significant involvement in collaborative planning, professional learning and induction, mentoring and development of KLA teachers, facilitating sharing and learning knowledge and skills with and from peers/other teachers.
• Development of your staff team to ensure delivery of quality teaching to your students. Ensure all curriculum, teaching programs and assessment procedures are compliant with NESA requirements and the school’s teaching and learning framework, and that curriculum content is taught from a biblical perspective.
• Ensure quality assessment practices are procedures are implemented within the faculty.
• Provide an effective climate of learning that fosters academic achievement, actively exploring ways to differentiate learning experiences and assessment in the classroom.
• Establish and maintain a child safe and positive classroom culture that fosters clear student behavioural learning and discipline expectations aligned to the school’s Student Code of Conduct.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure a biblical worldview shapes your leadership, and teaching and learning practices. Check that programs, rationales and assessments encourage students to think biblically about your subject area(s) and are challenged to develop and use their gifts wisely.
• Work in collaboration with Learning Support and Extension and Enrichment staff to ensure teachers provide students with the appropriate additional support they may require.
• Ensure teachers implement effective practices to monitor student progress and academic standards within the guidelines set by the school.
• Participate in and lead Professional Learning activities (including during PD Week/Conference Week events) to enhance your own and your team’s teaching practice through a framework of feedback and continued professional growth. Ensure you maintain a proper work/life balance to support your own wellbeing and that of your team.
• Report any concerns regarding the wellbeing of students to the HoSS.
• Ensure all deadlines are met, informing the HoSS of any variances, and leaving appropriate student work for covering staff when absent from the school.
• Lead student school events, along with maintaining a positive uniform culture at all times.
• Lead staff team meetings to improve teaching and learning quality and practices and collaborate with staff members in the development of their understanding.
• Work cohesively with staff, being subject to relevant authority in line with the organisational structure of the school, to promote collaborative relationships between teachers, students and parents.
• Contribute to staff devotions, be involved in the wider life of the school and help to instill positive cultural expectations across Secondary School.
• Communicate directly with parents when and where appropriate, managing any parent concerns in accordance with school policies and procedures.
• Use technology, where appropriate, to improve teaching and learning processes 

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Committed Christian of a reformed evangelical persuasion actively involved in the life of their local church.
• Able and willing to sincerely affirm the School’s Statement of Belief, modelling a lifestyle that reflects Christian practice and beliefs in their everyday life.
• Genuine passion for, and capabilities in Christian Education, suitably qualified, and NESA accredited in NSW. An ability to teach Extension 1 and Extension 2 is an advantage.
• Ability to lead, mentor and develop a team, and develop a culture of learning.
• Competent in the use of technology as it relates to the education programs, particularly Canvas and Edumate.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills; and an appreciation for and understanding of the unique development needs of students and the significance of spiritual, social and emotional learning to personal growth, wellbeing and academic engagement.
• A current Working with Children Check
• A commitment to your own professional learning and to making contributions to the broader Christian Education community, including willingness to undertake post-graduate studies as appropriate.

WE OFFER:

• Two weeks’ Professional Development each year (January and July)
• Dedicated Induction Day in January (for new staff)
• Support package of programs and mentoring for those new to the profession, including ‘Covie 101’ for new teachers, and mentoring for all new staff.
• A supportive, caring Christian environment
• An onsite café; staff morning teas
• Onsite gym and Fitness Passport

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY

The school is committed to providing a healthy and safe workplace for everyone. All staff have a responsibility to take reasonable care for their own safety and that of everyone else at school or involved in school activities. As such you must comply with reasonable Workplace Health and Safety instructions, policies and procedures, including the provision of care to students within the scope of your role. You will also participate in school safety, such as by completing risk assessments, addressing hazards and reporting safety incidents.

The school reserves the right to modify and adjust role descriptions to meet its operational and strategic needs.

JOB OPPORTUNITY: BRASS TUTOR (CONTRACTOR)

Join our dynamic Year 4 & 5 Band program – Term 3 Start

Covenant Christian School was founded in 1978. It is a non-denominational Christian co-educational day school, with close to 900 students from Preschool to Year 12. Covenant works in partnership primarily with Christian parents to be an extension of the Christian home, where God is honoured and served.

Vision: To faithfully serve in God’s plan to restore all things under the Lordship of Jesus Christ.

Mission: To assist parents in the nurture of their children, by providing a Christ-centred, biblically grounded, culturally engaging and academically rigorous education to equip the children to live for God’s glory.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

We are seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Brass Tutor to work with our Year 4 & 5 band students. This is a fantastic opportunity to inspire young musicians and be part of a supportive school music program.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver engaging small group lessons in brass (upper and lower brass essential)
• Support students in developing foundational technique and ensemble skills
• Collaborate with the band director and school staff
• Optionally take on private instrumental students at the school

REQUIREMENTS:

• Proficiency in teaching both upper/lower brass instruments
• Experience working with primary-aged students
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain)

DESIRABLE:

• Prior experience in school band programs
• Ability to adapt teaching to various skill levels
• Enthusiastic and encouraging teaching style