Dean – School of Behavioural Sciences

Christian Heritage College (CHC) is looking for a seasoned Behavioral Sciences professional with a passion for shaping the future of your field? CHC is looking for a compassionate and visionary leader to serve as Dean of the School of Behavioral Sciences—a role where your experience, values, and leadership can make a lasting impact.

This is more than an academic appointment. It's a chance to guide and grow a community of educators and students who care deeply about people, purpose, and transformation. If you're ready to lead with heart and help equip the next generation of professionals to serve with excellence and integrity, we'd love to hear from you.

About CHC:

CHC is a dynamic, faith-based institution committed to delivering academically rigorous, values-driven education. We offer accredited undergraduate and postgraduate programs that blend scholarly excellence with a Christian worldview—equipping graduates to serve and lead with integrity in their professions and communities.

About the role:

As Dean, you will guide the strategic direction, academic excellence, and operational vitality of the School of Behavioral Sciences. Reporting to the Executive Dean (CEO), you'll oversee the school's growth, wellbeing, and performance—balancing leadership and management with meaningful academic contribution. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines vision with action, strategy with scholarship, and faith with innovation.

Please review the full Position Description, available on our website to confirm that you are suitably qualified and experienced for this role, before applying.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion the school's mission through strategic leadership aligned with CHC's Christian ethos.

• Oversee academic programs, faculty development, student outcomes, and resource planning.

• Lead curriculum innovation, accreditation, and quality assurance initiatives.

• Cultivate a vibrant culture of research, scholarship, and professional development.

• Teach at least one unit per semester in Behavioral Science.

• Drive enrolment growth and enhance market visibility.

• Forge strategic partnerships across academia, industry, and community sectors.

• Contribute to college-wide governance and collaborative initiatives.

About You:

You are a mature Christian leader with a strong academic background in behavioral sciences, social work, counselling, or a related field. You bring:

• Proven experience in higher education leadership and management.

• A deep commitment to integrating faith and learning.

• Strong interpersonal and team-building capabilities.

• A record of excellence in teaching and scholarly research.

• The ability to mentor and inspire academic and administrative staff.

• A forward-thinking mindset and passion for educational innovation.

Essential Qualifications and Requirements for the Role:

• Doctoral (Level 10) qualification in behavioral sciences, counselling, social work, or a related field.

• Eligibility for professional membership (e.g., ACA, PACFA, AASW).

• Demonstrated expertise in academic leadership, curriculum development, and accreditation.

• Australian citizen, permanent resident or hold a valid visa with appropriate Australian work rights

Why CHC?:

• Lead a growing school with exciting new program initiatives.

• Be part of a supportive, purpose-driven academic community.

• Shape the next generation of professionals in counselling, human services, and social work.

• Work in a collaborative environment where faith and scholarship thrive.

To Apply: Submit your CV, cover letter, and a statement addressing the selection criteria via email to

Applications Close: Monday 10 November 2025