Virtual School Administrator

About ACC

Australian Christian College (ACC) is a non-denominational, Christian Education organisation, whose mission is to develop each and every student to be equipped spiritually, academically, socially and physically to flourish into their full potential, and be a positive influence on the world around them. ACC is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

ACC is part of Christian Education Ministries (CEM), with 16 schools in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education provider in Australia. 

About ACC Casey

ACC Casey, is located at Skye (45 minutes south of Melbourne), and is a P-10, co-ed, Christian school with Secondary year groups being added each year until P-12 is catered for.

ACC Victoria Online will be providing Online education for Victorian students from Year 5-10 in 2025, intending to add additional year levels including VCE from 2026. ACC Victoria Online (ACC VO) operates out of our Casey campus in Skye.

We’re praying for the right staff to come and join our team, and we’re thankful that you would consider our College as a place where you will have meaningful relationships and do meaningful work.

Statement of Commitment to Child Safety & Wellbeing

• ACC Victoria Ltd is a child safe organisation which welcomes all children, young people and their families.
• We are committed to providing environments where our students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices are heard about decisions that affect their lives. Our child safe policies, strategies and practices are inclusive of the needs of all children and students.
• We have no tolerance for child abuse and take proactive steps to identify and manage any risks of harm to students in our school environments.
• We promote positive relationships between students and adults and between students and their peers. These relationships are based on trust and respect.
• We take proactive steps to identify and manage any risk of harm to students in our school environment. When child safety concerns are raised or identified, we treat these seriously and respond promptly and thoroughly.
• Particular attention is given to the child safety needs of Aboriginal students, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, international students, students with disabilities, those unable to live at home, those who identify as LGBTIQ+, and all other students experiencing risk or vulnerability.
• Inappropriate or harmful behaviour targeting students based on these or other characteristics, such as racism or homophobia, are not tolerated at our school, and any instances identified will be addressed with appropriate consequences.
• Child safety is a shared responsibility. Every person involved in our school has an important role in promoting child safety and wellbeing and promptly raising any issues or concerns about a child’s safety.
• We are committed to regularly reviewing our child safe practices, and seeking input from our students, families, staff, and volunteers to inform our ongoing strategies.

As a part of your application, you must read and support the Child Safety & Wellbeing Policy and the Child Safety Code of Conduct. These documents are also available here.

Common Responsibilities & Duties

• Provide a child safe environment in accordance with the child safe standards;
• Participate in child safety and wellbeing induction and training provided by the school and always follow the school’s child safety and wellbeing policies and procedures;
• Act in accordance with our Child Safety Code of Conduct;
• Identify and raise concerns about child safety issues in accordance with our Child Safety Responding and Reporting Obligations Policy and Procedures, including following the Four Critical Actions for Schools;
• Model and promote the vision and values of the school;
• Maintain records of class attendance and recording student progress;
• Implement effective student management consistent with the school’s strategic plan;
• Attend and participate in staff meetings as required;
• Be actively involved in regular staff devotions and prayer.

About the role

We are seeking a Christian school administrator to join our team ACC Victoria Online team on a permanent, full time basis. If you are adaptable and able to thrive in a variety of environments,  have excellent people skills and the ability to learn technological platforms quickly,  we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. As a permanent staff member at ACC Victoria Online, you will have the chance to make a positive impact on the lives of students across the state who need to study remotely. You will also have the opportunity to be a foundational staff member that works as part of a small and close team, and be a pivotal person in the shaping of the culture at ACC Victoria Online.  

We are looking for candidates who are committed to developing best practice, and who are able to work effectively and professionally with a diverse group of students, parents and colleagues. If you possess these qualities and are excited about the prospect of our Virtual School admin leader, we encourage you to apply today. 

Please note that all Victoria Online Staff are required to work onsite out of Casey Campus in Skye.

This role is expected to start as soon as is practicable.

Specific Role Responsibilities

• Oversee the ACC Victoria Online office and associated protocols.
• Be the first point of contact for phone, email, onsite staff and visitors.
• Triage questions and enquiries from the parent body and wider community. 
• Maintain professional communication with all stakeholders
• Ensure the smooth running of application process from the point of initial inquiry
• Support ACC Victoria Online with administrative tasks and communication as required.
• Support staff with the running of events and the booking of meetings as required
• Maintain accurate attendance records in line with legislative and ACC requirements

Requirements

• Evidence of the right to work in Australia

• Proof of identity
• Clearance status of the Working with Children Check
• Be a committed Christian connected with a church
• Relate well to staff, students and parents
• Have a servant heart
• Have demonstrated excellent organisational and communication skills

Benefits

• Work within a team that has a clear Christian vision and a strong Christian culture. 
• EAP Program
• Be a foundational staff member and part of a innovative team committed to delivering high quality Christian online schooling across Victoria