Introduction to Brindabella Christian College, Canberra
Vision Statement
The vision of Brindabella Christian College is to advance a community of Wisdom, Integrity,
Service and Excellence in and through Christian Education.
Background
For over forty years Brindabella Christian College, formerly the O’Connor Christian School, has
provided a holistic approach to education based on Christian values and beliefs.
Preparing young people in a changing world which can be volatile, uncertain, complex and
ambiguous, demands that the significant adults in a young person’s life lead and learn alongside
them with purpose, compassion and humility. The College seeks to actively influence the lives
of a greater number of young people. It believes that the most authentic way of achieving access
to those students is via the offering of a high-quality, excellent education program. This is the
core business of Brindabella Christian College.
The College supports Christian families, and those supportive of the Christian worldview, to raise
their children in a safe and caring environment. The school aims to partner with parents in the
education of their children, supported by Christian staff.
The College is a member of Christian Schools Australia, and the Association of Independent
Schools, ACT.
Values
As a Christian school, we value – Wisdom, Integrity, Service, and Excellence
Mission
Our mission is to offer high quality Christian education where parents and staff partner together
to make a difference in our students’ lives, by helping them grow in wisdom, live life with
integrity, be empowered to serve, and to cultivate an excellent spirit.
Immutable Tenets
An important component of the ethos of the college is a set of tenets which Brindabella Christian
College holds as sacrosanct. These are central to the identity and tradition of the school and will

not be compromised under any circumstance. These include:

• Christian education where God is present in the daily life and work of the College
• Upholding of traditional, conservative Biblical values
• Co-education from Early Learning to Year 12
• Service to others
• Non-selective entry
• Individual focus on each student achieving their personal best
• Strong community connection.

Operational Philosophy of the School
The core work of Brindabella Christian College is to provide to students a high-quality education
through a Christian worldview, from the infant developmental stage to the completion of the
secondary years.
In order to achieve this, the College is aiming to regularly review and improve academic
programs respond operationally to best meet emerging needs, conduct regular staff reviews to
improve targeting of professional development for staff, maintain pastoral care for students,
and employ high quality staff to support the teaching and Christian philosophies of Brindabella
Christian College and its future growth.
Governance
Brindabella Christian College is governed by a Board of Directors. The Directors are responsible
for setting the strategic view, the schools’ policies, philosophy of the school and regulatory
compliance.
The desire of the Board and the Principal desire to appoint a teacher for Head of Learning
Enrichment—Secondary, who reports to the Deputy Principal and ultimately the Principal, to
provide dynamic Head of Learning Enrichment, Secondary school teaching and learning
programs consistent with the College’s strategic plan, vision, values, mission, and tenets.
Faith Basis of Employment
Appointment to this position is conditional upon you having and retaining during the term of
the appointment a firm personal belief consistent with the Statement of Faith attached to your
letter of offer from the College. This is inclusive of an active commitment to and involvement
with a Christian Church holding a doctrinal position consistent with the Statement of Faith, this
being an essential condition and inherent requirement of your appointment and continuing
employment.
Should you cease to have a firm personal belief consistent with the Statement of Faith or cease
to maintain an active commitment to and involvement with an appropriate Christian Church
you must inform the Principal and/or Board immediately. In such an event the College may
terminate your employment opportunity summarily in accordance with the provisions outlined
in your letter of appointment
Teaching Position – Enrichment and Learning Support Coordinator
We seek an exceptional person to join our College as a Enrichment and Learning Support
Coordinator. The position is full-time for 2025

Main objectives:

• Promote Enrichment and Learning Support within each School (Junior School, Middle

School, Senior School)

• Ensure the efficient running of Learning Support programs within the school
• Improve the quality and effectiveness of Enrichment and Learning Support within school
• Work closely with the Learning Support Teacher, Head of Learning and Enrichment and

other staff to promote excellence in Enrichment and Learning Support within each School

• Promote and model the Christian Ethos and values of the College

Position Description/Responsibilities
At Brindabella Christian College all staff are expected to support the strategic direction of
College, its Board, staff, students and families. The Learning Support Assistant will take

responsibility for:

• comply with relevant legislative requirements
• display proper care and use of College resources and facilities;
• attend and contribute to regular, relevant Faculty meetings and activities;
• engage in professional learning to support the learning goals of the Faculty and /or

College;

• maintain professional reading and learning to ensure awareness of best practice and

professional improvement;

• refer problems about students requiring follow-up to the appropriate staff member;
• collaborate with teachers to provide support for students;
• perform playground supervision of special needs students as required;
• assist staff with social skills programs and/or assist in the management of a range of

behaviours;

• assist staff to support students with physical management tasks and specialised medical

requirements;

• attend and assist on excursions when required;
• assist teachers over a range of year level and subject areas, working with small groups

of students and in one to one situations (under teacher supervision);

• plan, prepare, develop and maintain materials, teaching aids and resources;
• prepare program materials and teaching aids using a variety of technologies including

computer programs, smart boards, IPads and digital cameras etc.

• perform general administrative duties.

The Learning Support Assistant will be directly responsible to the Head of Faculty Enrichment &
Learning Support Tracher or Principal’s delegate.
The Learning Support Assistant will be required to work collaboratively with non-teaching staff,
other learning support assistants, teachers across the College and within their respective
Faculty.
Appraisal/Review Conditions
All teaching staff will undertake annual performance appraisals.
Qualifications, Knowledge and Experience Required

Faith Basis of Employment

• Demonstrated ability to ensure that the Biblical World view is integrated into the

curriculum and teaching based on the infallible Word of God

• Act consistently with the Christian content within the ‘Faith Basis of Employment’ and

the ‘Lifestyle Agreement and Intention to Continue’ statements within the College
letter of offer and the Multi-Enterprise Agreement (all documents are available from
the school’s website)

Personal Skills and Attributes

• Active participation in a church community
• A passion for teaching
• A sense of trust and honesty
• Energy, enthusiasm and a willingness to grow
• Team spirit and loyalty
• Excellent time management skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Can work well independently and as part of a team
• Lead or support a co-curricular program

Terms of Appointment
applicant’s qualifications and experience.
There will be regular performance-based appraisals (see page 4) on agreed criteria. These
appointments are full-time or part-time and ongoing with a 6-month probationary period.
The school reserves the right to fill the position by invitation or to re-advertise the position.
Other Documents
Please note that the following documents are available on the School website for your reference:
. Faith Basis of Employment Statement. Lifestyle Agreement and Intention to Continue Statement. Multi Enterprise Agreement
Applications
Applicants for the advertised teaching position at Brindabella Christian College are required to
Specific Position Enquiries to:
HR Team
Brindabella Christian College
Phone: +61 (2) 6190 7300
Or Email jobs@bcc.act.edu.au
Lodgment of Applications
Applications can be lodged electronically via the website or by the link below:
Closing Date
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications will be reviewed promptly,
and interviews will be conducted shortly thereafter.

Please refer the Job description for details