Employment

About CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant 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. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 14 schools (including the Australian Christian College schools) and 3 early learning centres, in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education and home schooling provider in Australia.

CEM’s national office is located on the Central Coast of NSW (Erina) and we are always on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about Christian Education and have relevant skills and experience to add value to our growing team. Based at our national office are Business & Finance, Admin, HR, ICT, Buildings (Project Managers & Architects), and Marketing.

Requirements

• Suitable experience.
• Capacity to work and collaborate within a dynamic team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders throughout the organisation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail.
• Confident in using cloud-based applications and familiar with modern technology.
• Ability to maintain an energetic, self-motivated and enthusiastic work ethic.
• Possess, or would be successful in obtaining, a Working with Children Check.
• Servant heart, vibrant Christian faith, and are actively involved in your local church.

Benefits

CEM employees can access a range of staff benefits, including:

• An attractive remuneration package, including superannuation entitlements, will be offered to match the relevant demonstrated skills and experience of the successful candidate.
• Flexibility of work hours and/or location will be considered for the right candidate.
• Being part of a growing group of organisations that are reimagining Christian Education in Australia.
• Grow in your faith, skills and experience.
• Being part of a faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer.
• NSW’s Central Coast is ideally located between Sydney and Newcastle, offering a vibrant coastal lifestyle.

About CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant 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. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 14 schools (including the Australian Christian College schools) and 3 early learning centres, in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education and home schooling provider in Australia.

About the Role

If you're looking to advance your ICT skills, work across a diversity of technologies and acquire more expertise as you go, then you're invited to consider this exciting opportunity. CEM pioneers many unique and best of breed technologies you will gain exposure and experience with.

The ICT School Support Officer Role contributes to the overall mission of CEM by supporting and maintaining the ICT needs of Medowie Christian School - a leading independent school serving the Port Stephens community. The role will be based on-campus at Medowie Christian School, providing onsite support to the students and staff, reporting directly to the Group ICT Manager.  

This full-time role will commence as soon as possible.

A typical week in this role would include:

• Providing general support to end-users and solving their computing problems in a timely manner or effectively triaging their issues
• Supporting software and applications, telecommunications and data services for the school.
• Assisting in maintaining CEM’s ICT infrastructure, equipment and facilities.
• Management of user accounts within the various online learning platforms.
• Providing ICT support to the Group ICT Manager across the CEM Group.

• You’ll be comfortable with our key end-user systems:
• Google Suite
• Apple Mac and iOS
• Microsoft
• Canvas
• Jamf
• And our key back-end systems: 
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Linux Server
• Aruba LAN/WAN/Wireless Networking and Telecommunications 
• You’re solutions-focused and have an ability to complete multiple tasks on tight deadlines.
• You’ll have excellent interpersonal relationship and communication skills.
• You’ll have the ability to work independently and also within a team to produce excellent outcomes.
• Servant heart, vibrant Christian faith, and are actively involved in your local church
• Hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check.

Benefits

CEM employees can access a range of staff benefits, including:

• Great role for someone looking to advance their IT career in the education sector.
• EAP program.
• Employee benefits program
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Grow in your faith, skills and experience.
• Being part of an authentic faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer.
• Medowie is a fantastic location centrally easily accessed from Newcastle/Hunter and the Port Stephens area.

About CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant 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. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 14 schools (including the Australian Christian College schools) and 3 early learning centres, in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education and home schooling provider in Australia.

CEM’s national office is located on the Central Coast of NSW (Erina) and we are always on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about Christian Education and have relevant skills and experience to add value to our growing team.

About the Role

The ICT Support Officer role contributes to the mission of CEM by engaging distance education students with onboarding and tech support. The role is based at the CEM Erina office, and will be reporting directly to the ICT Manager.

This full-time role is expected to start as soon as possible.

• You will be a good friendly communicator with high levels of customer service
• Have a can do attitude and be willing to learn and stretch yourself
• Devout commitment to live and work in accordance with the Christian Faith and its values.
• Servant heart, vibrant Christian faith, and are actively involved in your local church
• Hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check.

Benefits

CEM employees can access a range of staff benefits, including:

• EAP program
• Employee benefits program
• Being part of a growing group of organisations that are reimagining Christian Education in Australia.
• Grow in your faith, skills and experience.
• Being part of a faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer.

About CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant 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. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 14 schools (including the Australian Christian College schools) and 3 early learning centres, in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education and home schooling provider in Australia.

CEM’s national office is located on the Central Coast of NSW (Erina) and we are always on the lookout for individuals who are passionate about Christian Education and have relevant skills and experience to add value to our growing team.

About the role

Applications are sought from suitably qualified and experienced educational leaders for the position of Principal.

The Principal is responsible for maintaining and developing the positive culture and community of the school, ensuring students have access to high quality teaching and learning. The role is supported by the Corporate Office with finance, HR, marketing, IT and building projects being provided by CEM. The Principal's role will be to grow and lead the School producing a strong Christian teaching culture of high quality. The Principal will be expected to generate the momentum required to move the School forward.

The position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for identity, rights to work in Australia, and child protection in accordance with CEM policy.

About You

First and foremost, you will have a sincere and steadfast relationship with Jesus Christ as your Lord and Saviour. Out of this relationship, you will act graciously toward all members of the school community and think biblically through opportunities and challenges associated with being in a leadership role within a Christian school. You will be a spiritual and educational servant-leader who seeks the good of others.

More specifically, you will have:

• a vibrant Christian faith, evidenced by service in your local church;
• the ability to articulate your faith to others;
• a commitment to the transformative power of the Gospel in the lives of students and staff alike; and,
• experience in educational leadership

Benefits

• Work within a school leadership and group executive leadership that has a clear Christian vision and a strong authentic Christian culture. 
• Attractive salary package (including salary packaging options).
• Free tuition for any dependents at a CEM school.
• Play an integral part in growing the school and the Christian culture as we support each and every student and staff member.
• Grow in your faith, skills, and leadership experience as you receive coaching and support from the CEM Executive Team and Head Office.
• Relocation assistance may be available (depending on circumstances)

About CEM

Christian Education Ministries (CEM) is a protestant 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. CEM is wholeheartedly committed to excellence in education so that students are “well known, well loved, and well taught” by dedicated trained Christian staff.

CEM is a growing network, with 16 schools (including the Australian Christian College schools) and 3 early learning centres, in 5 states, and is also the largest non-government Distance Education and home schooling provider in Australia.

About the Role

The Software Engineer is responsible for leading the development of innovative software solutions across CEM, as well as testing and evaluating the effectiveness of existing software integrations, and systems.

This role is responsible for liaising with stakeholders to influence the strategy and delivery of future CEM product features and systems.

Key Accountabilities 

• Enhance existing platform and Software capabilities to manage growth, enabling new insights and products through self-serve options, reporting solutions, and interactive querying.
• Create scalable software platforms and applications,  that undergo unit testing, code reviews, and regular checks for continuous integration.
• Examine existing systems for flaws and develop solutions that improve service uptime and time-to-resolve through monitoring and automated remediation.
• Design and build tools and frameworks to automate the development, testing, deployment, and management of services and products.
• Track, document, and maintain software and system functionality, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance engineering practices.
• Focus on creating software and integration platforms free of faulty programming, ensuring developers maintain progress without compromising site reliability.
• Work with product leads and relevant stakeholders to influence the strategy and delivery of next-generation product features and systems.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support CEM's goals and objectives.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Tertiary qualifications in information technology, computer science, project management or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in Software Engineering.
• Devout commitment to live and work in accordance with the Christian Faith and its values.
• Hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check.
• You’ll be comfortable with our key end-user systems:
• Google Suite
• Apple Mac and iOS
• Microsoft
• Canvas
• Jamf
• And our key back-end systems: 
• Microsoft Windows Server
• Linux Server
• Aruba LAN/WAN/Wireless Networking and Telecommunications 
• You’re solutions-focused and have an ability to complete multiple tasks on tight deadlines.
• You’ll have the ability to work independently and also within a team to produce excellent outcomes.

Benefits

CEM employees can access a range of staff benefits, including:

• EAP program.
• Employee benefits program
• Discounted gym membership
• Salary sacrificing options.
• Grow in your faith, skills and experience.
• Being part of an authentic faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer.

About Christian Education Ministries (CEM)

CEM is a not-for-profit, non-denominational, protestant Christian organisation. CEM's head office is located on the Central Coast NSW but operates 14 schools, 3 childcare centres and a home schooling service across Australia in 5 states (NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, TAS). God has currently entrusted the organisation to educate and minister to 6,500 students across the group. Further, God has called over 800 committed staff members to CEM who are gifted to lead, teach and influence the next generation for eternity.

Join our innovative Teacher Traineeship Model offering a unique opportunity to earn as you learn in a school setting. Break away from traditional routes of studying teaching for 3-4 years before entering the classroom; instead, dive into practical teaching experience from day one, gradually increasing your in-school involvement throughout the program.

About the Role

As a Trainee Teacher, you will benefit from comprehensive support throughout your learning journey:

• CEM Teaching School Manager: Facilitating a supportive and excellent Christian Teacher Formation program in collaboration with a host school and tertiary partner Christian Heritage College.
• Christian University Lecturers / CEM specialists: Offering support and guidance on specific coursework, aligned with endorsed teaching degrees.
• School-based Teaching School Coordinator: facilitating the Christian Teacher Formation Program at the school level
• School-based Mentor Teacher: Guiding your development as a distinctly Christian educator, equipping you with practical wisdom

About You

Are you a practicing Christian, passionate about pursuing a career in teaching but seek a more immersive and apprenticeship approach to your tertiary studies? Do you thrive in supportive environments where mentorship and support are readily available? Are you excited about integrating your Christian faith into your teaching practice? Would you like your tertiary fees offset by a scholarship? If so, you could be the ideal candidate for our Trainee Teacher program.

Benefits

Our scholarship program offers a range of benefits to successful candidates:

• Paid Teacher / Education Assistant position at a CEM school, with initial involvement of at least one day per week.
• Financial scholarship to alleviate tertiary course costs.
• MacBook provided to aid in completing formal work requirements.
• Ongoing employment as a teacher at a CEM School upon successful course completion.

How to Apply

Ready to embark on this transformative journey? Follow these steps:

1. Go to our Teacher Training School information page by clicking here.
2. Express your interest in the opportunity.
3. Meet with the CEM Teacher Training School Coordinator.
4. Participate in interviews with CEM Executive (held between September and mid-November annually).
5. Confirm ATAR or equivalent entry requirements for undergraduate degree.
6. Await notification of scholarship acceptance.

Candidates progressing through the selection process will be granted a conditional teacher traineeship, subject to meeting tertiary entrance requirements. Following this, you'll have the chance to visit your potential placement school and meet the Principal before commencing online lectures in late January/early February each year.

For further enquiries, please reach out to Anna Plant at [email protected].