DEPUTY PRINCIPAL | Lakes Grammar An Anglican School We are looking for an outstanding educational leader committed to an Anglican expression of inclusive education to join us. Based in Warnervale, located in the Central Coast region, Lakes Grammar is one of four schools forming part of Newcastle Anglican. The school is committed to academic excellence, academic care and academic diversity. We provide an enriching and vibrant environment, and our teachers are committed to building better futures for our students. Overview The Deputy Principal is to support the Principal and Executive in both the strategic and day-to-day leadership and management of the school. As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Deputy Principal supports the Principal and acts in their absence. The role leads strategic initiatives aligned with the school’s vision and values, with delegated responsibility for areas including teaching and learning innovation, staff management, professional development, and quality improvement. Why work for us? Our team is at the heart of what we do at Lakes Grammar An Anglican School and the Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation. As a part of our organisation, you have access to the following great benefits: Generous salary and salary packaging options. Discount on school enrolment fees at any of our four Newcastle Anglican schools. The opportunity to make a significant difference in our students’ futures. Career and development opportunities across the Newcastle Anglican community. The opportunity to work within an innovative, collaborative team environment. Access to Fitness Passport via Association of Independent Schools NSW 14 weeks paid parental leave or 3 weeks paid partner leave Super Contributions You work for us, but we also want to work for you! Is there something important to you we have missed? Let’s talk about it! Essential Criteria: Post-graduate qualifications in an appropriate discipline focusing on leadership or education (preferred). NESA Accreditation to teach in NSW. Experience in leadership in an independent school environment. Experience in school leadership, or a role providing support and leadership in an independent school environment, or equivalent experience. A strong commitment to inclusion, and to the mission, vision and values of Newcastle Anglican and Lakes Grammar An Anglican School A member of the Anglican Church of Australia, or some other Christian church affirmed by the Bishop. The successful applicant will possess a NSW Working with Children Check and be willing to undertake a National Criminal History Check. About Lakes Grammar – An Anglican School As a school our core purpose is to educate young people. Our students spend up to 13 years with us, and over this time, we aim to not only give students access to academic excellence, but we also aim to help students develop the skills needed to navigate their lives and flourish beyond the school gates. Our spiritual wellbeing and academic care programs provide a framework for our students to be reflective, respectful and supportive of one another. We aim to ensure our students feel valued, recognised, and have a voice within school and the broader community. Newcastle Anglican promotes human flourishing inspired by the way of Jesus. Our schools promote student learning power and wellbeing in strong partnership with their parents and caregivers. Application Process: Applications to be submitted online via the advertising platform, your application must include your CV and a 1-page cover letter addressing your experience and the essential criteria. We encourage early applications. Closing date: 5pm, Thursday 28 August 2025 Who we are? Formally known as the Anglican Diocese of Newcastle, Newcastle Anglican is a faith-based organisation serving the people of the Hunter and Central Coast. We offer a leading Christian presence to our community through our parishes, four schools, Anglican Care and Samaritans. Our vision is for people to flourish because of what we do, inspired by the way of Jesus. We provide a culturally safe environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and welcome all applications. For more information on who we are and the work we do, visit www.newcastleanglican.org.au For further information and to obtain a copy of the full position description, please email our Talent Team at careers@newcastleanglican.org.au Applicants will be willing to support the Christian life of the school You must have the right to live and work in Australia. Newcastle Anglican Schools Corporation supports the rights of children and young people and are committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and wellbeing To apply online, please click on the appropriate link below. Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact The Team at Lakes Grammar on , quoting Ref No. 1242689.
