Annandale Christian College (ACC) is seeking an experienced and faith-driven leader to join our Executive Team as Director of Student Support .
This pivotal role provides strategic and operational leadership of all student support services across Prep to Year 12, ensuring cohesive, holistic and Christ-centred outcomes for every student. Reporting directly to the Principal, the Director of Student Support holds significant responsibility to ensure student support practices are evidence-informed, legally compliant and aligned with best practice in Queensland.
The Opportunity
As a member of the College Executive Team, you will work in close partnership with the Principal, Deputy Principal - Primary and Deputy Principal - Secondary to:
* Lead and embed a cohesive Prep–Year 12 framework for inclusive education, engagement and wellbeing
* Oversee inclusive education (learning support), student wellbeing, engagement and Defence School Mentor programs
* Provide strategic advice on compliance, risk mitigation and emerging sector issues
* Drive continuous improvement aligned with the College Strategic Plan
Key Areas of Leadership
Inclusive Education
* Strategic oversight of the Inclusive Education team (Prep–Year 12)
* Ensure effective identification, documentation and implementation of reasonable adjustments
* Oversight of NCCD processes, funding accountability and documentation
* Ensure compliance with disability legislation and standards
* Build staff capability in inclusive pedagogy and differentiation
Student Wellbeing & Engagement
* Lead chaplaincy, counselling, wellbeing programs and Defence support
* Oversee behaviour support, engagement interventions and attendance processes
* Lead whole-college approaches to mental health, pastoral care and trauma-informed practice
* Undertake case management of high-risk and complex student matters
* Promote developmentally appropriate and consistent wellbeing practices across year levels
Governance, Compliance & Risk
* Maintain oversight of legislative obligations including disability standards, child protection, privacy and student duty of care
* Lead policy implementation and review within the student support portfolio
* Ensure accurate, secure and compliant documentation and reporting
* Contribute to audits, regulatory reviews and external compliance processes
* Partner with the Principal in managing high-risk student matters
Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
* Lead multidisciplinary teams across inclusive education, wellbeing and engagement
* Provide coaching, supervision and performance development
* Facilitate stakeholder meetings with families, allied health providers, NDIS services and Defence representatives
* Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and Christ-centred service
About You
You are a strategic and relational leader who combines deep expertise in inclusive education and student wellbeing with executive capability and strong governance acumen.
Essential:
* Demonstrated leadership in inclusive education, student wellbeing or similar whole-school roles
* Strong understanding of Disability Discrimination legislation, NCCD and inclusive practice
* Experience leading complex case management and multidisciplinary teams
* Capacity to contribute at Executive level to strategic planning and organisational governance
* Strong knowledge of trauma-informed and contemporary wellbeing frameworks
* Current Working with Children Blue Card - Paid or Exemption (or eligibility)
Desirable:
* Experience in a Prep–Year 12 independent or faith-based school
* Experience supporting Defence-connected families
* Postgraduate qualifications in inclusive education, leadership or wellbeing
* Queensland Teacher Registration (or eligibility)
Faith Commitment
This role requires a committed Christian who:
* Actively upholds and models the College’s Christian mission and values
* Is actively involved in a local church
* Is in full agreement with the College’s Statement of Christian Beliefs
* Integrates a biblical worldview within student support and pastoral care practices
Child Safety & WHS Commitment
All staff at ACC are expected to:
* Uphold the College’s Child Protection and Safety policies
* Maintain professional boundaries and comply with mandatory reporting obligations
* Promote student voice, inclusion and wellbeing
* Adhere to Workplace Health & Safety requirements and safe work practices
Why Join ACC?
* Executive leadership influence across the whole College
* Opportunity to shape and strengthen a Prep–Year 12 student support framework
* Christ-centred community with strong pastoral care culture
* Strategic role with meaningful impact on student outcomes
If you are a visionary and faith-driven leader ready to shape inclusive, compliant and Christ-centred student support practices across Prep to Year 12, we invite you to apply.
For further information regarding the role please contact Yvette Mealing in HR on 2***.