Employment
Oxley Christian College is an independent, coeducational school in the outer eastern suburbs of Melbourne.
We are a vital, growing community with around 1000 students enjoying excellent programs from Early Learning through to VCE (Year 12). A highly supportive culture, immaculate facilities and beautiful grounds provide a dynamic teaching and learning environment.
If you have a passion for Christian education and can wholeheartedly engage in the school’s expression of faith and its faith practices, you are encouraged to apply.
To be considered for employment, please download the applicable Employment Application Form and forward with your cover letter and resume by email.
CRT applications are invited from qualified teachers either in Junior or Senior School, or across both areas.
Oxley Kids (Early Learning Centre) jobs can be found here: Oxley Kids Employment
We are currently seeking expressions of interest from dedicated and passionate Teachers who wish to join our Junior and Senior School teams. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to delivering exceptional education within a Christian environment. Successful candidates will be able to teach from a Biblical perspective and uphold the College values while planning and delivering lessons using the Australian Curriculum.
To apply:
Teaching / CRT Employment Application Form
A cover letter, completed Application Form and CV should be emailed to employment@oxley.vic.edu.au
VCE Accounting and Y7-10 Commerce Teacher – Start Term 3 2024
Full-time/ongoing
Learn MoreThe College is seeking a teacher to teach VCE Accounting and Secondary Commerce.
The ability to teach Y7-10 Information Technology would be highly valued.
The College may make an appointment prior to the closing date.
Applicants who choose not to submit an Application Form may not be contacted.
Commencing Date: 22 July 2024
Closing Date: 26 March 2024
Child Safe Requirements
In accordance with the Oxley Christian College ethos, all employees are required to comply with the College Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct (available on the College website), and other requirements of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
The position requirements, duties and responsibilities involve child-connected work. All employees are required to hold and maintain essential or relevant qualifications, and hold and demonstrate the necessary experience and attributes, in relation to child safety. Hence, employees are expected to provide a child safe environment in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
Please note: In accordance with Oxley Christian College ethos, all employees are required to comply with the College’s Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct, and other requirements of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate staff to join our encouraging and dedicated non-teaching teams. We are looking for individuals who share our commitment to facilitating exceptional education within a Christian environment. Successful candidates will be able to uphold the College values.
To apply:
Non Teaching Application Form
A cover letter, completed Application Form and CV should be emailed to employment@oxley.vic.edu.au
Instructor of Violin and Viola
Fixed Term Maternity Leave Replacement Position
The Oxley Music Department is looking for an experienced instructor of Shoulder Strings to cover a Parental Leave position in our highly regarded Performing Arts Program.
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• teach private Violin and Viola students (approximately 6 hours)
• participate in our highly regarded Year 2 Strings Program (six periods across two days)
The full load is approximately 0.4. The load may be split into two parts, with private instrumental instruction being one and the Year 2 Strings Program being the other. Please note that the Year 2 Strings Program runs for six periods over Mondays and Tuesdays.
The successful applicant will commence at the beginning of Term 3 and will be ongoing for the remainder of the year, with the possibility of further work in 2025.
Relief First Aid Officer
First Aid Officer Relief Role Description
Learn MoreThe College is seeking a First Aid Officer to provide relief to our First Aid Team.
The successful applicant will have an understanding of the health, social, and emotional needs of children.
To be considered for one of these roles, please complete the brief Non-Teaching Employment Application Form and submit. Applicants who choose not to submit an Application Form may not be contacted.
Please note: In accordance with the ethos of the College, the College will comply with the requirements of the Child Safe Standards as initiated by Ministerial Order 870 issued by the Victorian Minister of Education in 2015.
Position of Principal
Our current Principal, Dr Douglas Peck, is retiring at the end of 2024, after a distinguished career over 50 years across several school sectors. As the Principal of Oxley Christian College for the last 8 years, Dr Peck has worked closely with the Elders and Directors of Life Ministry Centre to develop the College as a dynamic, Christ-centred school. The College enjoys a fine reputation both locally and internationally, as a school of educational excellence, equipping students to successfully live, work and serve in an ever changing world.
The Elders and Directors of Life Ministry Centre Ltd invite applications for the position of Principal, with a view to the appointment starting in January 2025 or by negotiation.
Key Competencies:
• Understanding of, and commitment to, the vision and mission of Christian schools.
• Capacity to provide effective visionary and strategic leadership.
• Proven success in a senior position of educational leadership and history of excellence as a teacher,
preferably in a variety of settings.
• Strong understanding of contemporary education issues and ability to lead improvement in teaching
and learning.
• Ability to manage the tension between the pursuit of academic excellence and the broader purposes
of education.
• Ability to analyse, review, plan and manage the safe and proper operations of an independent college,
with a commitment to excellence and quality assurance.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills and ability to lead, collaborate, consult
and delegate.
• Active, mature Christian faith and deep commitment as a disciple of Christ.
• A demonstrated ability to manage change and maintain high levels of staff morale.
• Strong academic qualifications and commitment to ongoing professional development.
Application Form and Requirements
Applicants for the position of Principal are required to submit the following:
• A completed application form (below)
• Curriculum Vitae providing details of qualifications, positions held and other relevant experiences,
names and contact details of three referees, one of whom will be your current or recent pastor
or minister.
• Covering letter that states a rationale for your interest in this position and your response to the
required key competencies.
• A personal statement of the educational philosophy of Christian education.
• A personal statement of faith.
• A list of any published papers or academic contributions to the wider educational community.
• Two examples of your own written communications to your current school community.
• Certified copies of tertiary and teaching qualifications and academic transcripts.
Position of Principal Application Form
Principal Applicants Information Brochure
Applications close Monday 15 April 2024.
Application form and requested information are to be submitted as instructed, addressed to the Chair of the Oxley Christian College Council, Pastor Graham Nelson, at graham@lmc.org.au.
Applicants who choose not to submit an Application Form will not be contacted.
Child Safe Requirements
In accordance with the Oxley Christian College ethos, all employees are required to comply with the College Child Safe Policy and Code of Conduct (available on the College website), and other requirements of the Victorian Child Safe Standards.
The position requirements, duties and responsibilities involve child-connected work. All employees are required to hold and maintain essential or relevant qualifications, and hold and demonstrate the necessary experience and attributes, in relation to child safety. Hence, employees are expected to provide a child safe environment in accordance with the Child Safe Standards.
