Assistant Dean Secondary School

About Mandurah Baptist College

Mandurah Baptist College is an independent co-educational College with over 1600 students from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12. Our Christian faith and values underpin our belief in the potential of every student and shape our caring supportive College community.

Since opening in 2005 the College has established a reputation as one of the safest and most positive learning communities in the Binjareb region where every student is encouraged to thrive academically socially spiritually and personally.

We are committed to providing a comprehensive curriculum that meets the individual needs of each student empowering them to discover and develop their unique strengths talents and abilities.

Our Mission

To provide an excellent education in a Christian context developing life-ready students who reflect the character of Jesus.

Our Values

Faith - We are committed to becoming more like Christ in all we do.

Growth - We are committed to continuously learning improving innovating and striving to know and reach our potential.

Relationships - We are committed to caring for one another and protecting the Mandurah Baptist College community.

Excellence - We believe excellence honours our calling and are committed to best practice and creating value for our College community.

Integrity - We are committed to knowing and doing what is right and behaving in a way that sets an example for those around us.

What We Offer

• Ongoing professional learning and career development opportunities
• Competitive salary and employment conditions
• Free onsite parking
• Complimentary access to College gym facilities
• Generous parental leave provisions
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A supportive and collaborative Christian workplace

About the Role

Mandurah Baptist College is seeking an experienced collaborative and committed Assistant Dean (Secondary) to join our Secondary Leadership Team.

The Assistant Dean (Secondary) plays a significant leadership role in the effective operation of the College working closely with the Secondary Deans (Students Operations and Teaching & Learning) to support the implementation of the Colleges vision and strategic priorities. Acting as a key link between the Principal Head of Secondary staff students and the wider College community the successful applicant will foster positive relationships promote a culture of excellence and contribute to high standards of teaching learning and pastoral care.

The Assistant Dean (Secondary) is appointed for an initial one-year term. Following a successful performance review the appointment may be extended for a further three-year contract.

Application Requirements

As the Assistant Dean (Secondary) is a substantive leadership position within the College applicants are required to submit:

• A current Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• A cover letter addressing the Leadership Statement below.
• A brief response to the Selection Criteria outlined in the Position Description.

Leadership Statement

Please address the following in your cover letter:

1. Christian Leadership
   Outline the key qualities you believe are essential in a Christian leader and describe the contribution you would make in this role.
2. Leadership Achievements
   Provide an overview of your key achievements as a Christian educational leader.
3. Leadership in Practice
   Describe an initiative you have successfully led that demonstrates your leadership choosing one of the following:A pastoral initiative focused on improving student wellbeing;or A curriculum initiative focused on improving student academic outcomes.

Applications close: Sunday 30 August 2026

Please note:

• Applicants should address the Leadership Statement above with reference to the Selection Criteria.
• Interviews will be conducted as soon as practicable following the closing date.
• The College reserves the right to contact referees unless applicants specifically request otherwise.

To be considered for this position applicants must provide or demonstrate:

• Written confirmation of Christian faith from their Church Pastor or Minister.
• Digital copies of relevant academic transcripts and qualifications.
• A current Working with Children Check (WWCC).
• A current National Police Certificate (NPC).
• Valid Australian work rights.
• A willingness to uphold and actively support the Mission Vision and Christian values of Mandurah Baptist College.
• Relevant teaching qualifications and current registration with the Teacher Registration Board of Western Australia (TRBWA).