<p><i><strong>Please do&nbsp;not&nbsp;apply through this website.</strong></i><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Applicants must complete the relevant application form (Teacher) available online at&nbsp;<strong>www.danebank.nsw.edu.au/people/ &nbsp;</strong>Please also include relevant documentation as outlined and send all documents to&nbsp;<a href="mailto:%3ca%20data-contact-match=?subject=Head%20of%20Christian%20Studies%2C%20Commencing%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au?subject=Head%20of%20Christian%20Studies%2C%20Commencing%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au</a></strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Danebank</strong></p> <p>We believe Danebank is a workplace of choice. Our staff are passionate about learning and deeply committed to the wellbeing and growth of each girl. Our heart to serve and vision to improve drives our collaboration, innovation, professional growth and pursuit of the best for ourselves and our community.&nbsp;</p> <p>Danebank staff enjoy contemporary learning spaces and resources, generous conditions and an extensive program of professional learning encouraging innovation and collaboration.&nbsp;</p> <p>It is an exciting time to join our community.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Position</strong></p> <p><i>Full Time / Permanent, Commencing Term 1, 2026</i></p> <p>We invite applications from suitably qualified Christian educators to lead our Christian Studies Department. The successful candidate will bring a deep personal faith, a passion for engaging students with God’s Word, and the vision to shape a curriculum that reflects the School’s Christian purpose and mission. This is an exciting opportunity to provide spiritual and academic leadership, inspire staff and students, and contribute meaningfully to the life and culture of our School.</p> <p>Heads of Department are key academic learning leaders of the Senior School and play a vital role in leading their teams of teachers to achieve outstanding professional practice, displaying commitment to the Danebank Aspiration, Mission and Values.&nbsp;</p> <p>Please apply early as this role will commence Term 1, 2026.</p> <p><strong>Essential:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Qualification in secondary education.&nbsp;</li> <li>Tertiary qualification in related subjects Christian Studies/Studies of Religion.&nbsp;</li> <li>Accredited with NESA.&nbsp;</li> <li>Working with Children check required.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable:&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience leading a team&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>A Child-Safe Organisation</strong></p> <p>Danebank is committed to being a child-safe organisation, putting the needs and interests of our students first. All Danebank staff are required to comply with applicable child-protection legislation and are responsible for ensuring that the school’s child-safe policies, procedures and programs are at the forefront of all we do. This includes maintaining a child-safe culture, adopting strategies and taking action to promote child wellbeing, and keeping students safe from harm. The school has zero tolerance for child abuse.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>To Apply -&nbsp;</strong><i><strong>Do&nbsp;not&nbsp;apply through this website</strong></i></p> <p>Applicants&nbsp;must&nbsp;have the right&nbsp;to&nbsp;work&nbsp;in Australia.</p> <p>Applicants are required to complete the relevant Application Form (Teacher) and attached supporting documentation requested. The form and further information can be found at:&nbsp;<strong>www.danebank.nsw.edu.au/people/&nbsp;</strong>(scroll to the bottom of the page for how to apply information)&nbsp;<i>Not submitting the requested documentation, may result in your application not being considered.</i></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications addressed to:</strong>&nbsp;The Principal, Dr Michele Benn</p> <p><strong>Email:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au?subject=Head%20of%20Christian%20Studies%2C%20Commencing%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au</a>?subject=Head%20of%20Christian%20Studies%2C%20Commencing%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong></strong></a><strong><a href="mailto:employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au?subject=Head%20of%20Christian%20Studies%2C%20Commencing%20Term%201%2C%202026%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">employment@danebank.nsw.edu.au</a></strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Mail:&nbsp;</strong>The Principal, Danebank School, 80-98 Park Road, Hurstville, 2220</p> <p><strong>Applications close 4pm, 23 September 2025</strong></p> <p><br><i><strong>NOTE: Early applications are encouraged. Interviews may begin as suitable applications are received and the position may be filled prior to the closing date.</strong></i></p>