Community News
Compassion Coast to Coast Fundraiser Dr Martin Dowson's Compassion Coast to Coast ride (Perth to Newcastle) commences this Saturday 17 September. We wish Martin all the very best for a safe and successful ride.
Many thanks to ALL the Green Point staff and families who have sponsored Martin for the ride. If you would like to sponsor Martin please go to:
GREEN POINT CHRISTIAN COLLEGE
A ministry of Green Point Baptist Church
Our motto is “Equipped for Life”
HEAD OF SECONDARY
Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2023
As a co-educational Christian College of approximately 1100 students K-12, Green Point Christian College is looking for a high quality candidate with senior leadership experience to oversee the Secondary Department of 700 students. A strong understanding of Christian schooling, a commitment to the Christian faith lived out through their work and an up to date appreciation of current educational trends is essential. Reporting directly to the Principal, the Head of Secondary will be part of the Executive team.
The Head of Secondary must possess the following experience, knowledge and attributes:
- Able to instil trust, confidence and cohesion within a staff team.
- Effective organisational skills to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the Secondary School and the supervision of its leaders.
- Current working knowledge of NESA Registration and Accreditation requirements, plus a clear understanding of the Registration and Accreditation of Non-Government Schools (RANGS), to implement RANGS into the day-to-day running of the school.
- Current working knowledge of Child Protection, including investigation and reporting practices, and a commitment to implement and maintain a child-safe culture, in consultation with the Deputy Principal.
- Current working knowledge of HSC completion requirements.
- Current working knowledge of ICT as it relates to educational programs.
- Understanding of HR management practices including employment and performance processes, Awards, grievance handling and staff wellbeing support.
- Ability to meet deadlines and to set and maintain achievably high standards.
- Commitment to ongoing professional learning and to making contributions to the broader Christian Education community, including willingness to undertake post-graduate studies as appropriate.
Applicants will need to be committed, practising Christians with exemplary teaching skills; be prepared to work under the ethos of the College; a highly developed knowledge of curriculum; administrative expertise; an organised disposition; proven management and human relations qualities and a commitment to the philosophy of Christian education; demonstrated expertise working with groups to develop initiatives.
An Information Pack for the position is available here.
Enquiries may be addressed to Sue Parkinson via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Monday 10 October 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
BREWARRINA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
Our motto is: “Equipped for Life”
PRINCIPAL
Permanent Full Time – to commence Term 1 2023
Brewarrina Christian School is a new school planning to open for Kindergarten to Year 8 in February 2023 and growing through to Year 12.
We are looking for an experienced small school Principal with a sense of adventure and a mission heart to take up the challenge of getting our school started. Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait people is an advantage, as is K-12 experience.
The school is supported by Green Point Christian College, a K- 12 school of 1100 students on the NSW Central Coast.
The Principal must possess the following experience, knowledge and attributes:
- Able to instil trust, confidence and cohesion within a staff team.
- Effective organisational skills to ensure the efficient day-to-day running of the Secondary School and the supervision of its leaders.
- Current working knowledge of NESA Registration and Accreditation requirements, plus a clear understanding of the Registration and Accreditation of Non-Government Schools (RANGS), to implement RANGS into the day-to-day running of the school.
- Current working knowledge of Child Protection, including investigation and reporting practices.
Applicants will need to be committed, practising Christians with exemplary teaching skills; be prepared to work under the ethos of the School; a highly developed knowledge of curriculum; administrative expertise; an organised disposition; proven management and human relations qualities and a commitment to the philosophy of Christian education; demonstrated expertise working with groups to develop initiatives.
An Information Pack for the position is available here
Enquiries may be addressed to Phillip Nash via employment@gpcc.nsw.edu.au
Applications close on Friday 30 September 2022 and are to be submitted online via the application form.
This week’s recipient was Mrs Philippa Oakden- Patch, a member of the Student Enrichment Team.
Philippa was presented with the award in Staff Devotions on Wednesday morning. She was nominated for going above and beyond in her role as a Student Enrichment Officer. Philippa has spent many break times training dancers for the Primary Musical, using her gifting in dance. We are so thankful for Philippa’s cheerful nature and her servant heart and for the wonderful example she is to us all.
2nd Hand Uniform Donations
The College is taking donations of current 2nd hand uniforms. Please drop them at the College reception.
Uniform Shop
Term 2 2022 Uniform Shop Trading hours
Monday: 8:30am - 11:00am
Wednesday: 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Thursday: 8:30am - 11:00am
Friday: 8:30am - 11:00am
New Price list below:
For the price list and further information on ordering through Alinta, please visit our website – https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/enrolment/uniform
The Munchery Canteen Operations and Menu
All students are strongly encouraged to order online. However, over the counter sales will also available.
Please visit the GPCC website for the link to The Munchery portal: https://www.gpcc.nsw.edu.au/community/the-munchery-canteen
EXTEND (Before and After School Care)
Parent Lounge Details
The College has a legal requirement to keep our records up to date.
Please review your details on Parent Lounge to ensure that all your information is correct. This includes medical information on your child/ren (only complete the immunisation question if your child is not immunised).
Please note: Should you require both parents/carers to receive SMS notifications, please tick the appropriate boxes.
Green Point Community Notices
Pulse HSC Study Camp
The best way to get ready for your HSC - || PULSE || (uca.org.au)
Rock Studios Central Coast Dance Camp in School Holidays
Decoys Softball Club - Teeball and Softball Season Information
SU Gents Camp
GENTS CAMP Father and Sons (8–13-year-olds) is a great opportunity to get away & enjoy some riverside camping on private property near Wisemans Ferry with a group of others. You will enjoy great fun activities together including Archery Tag, Fishing, Sports & sitting around the camp fire sharing stories. The camp is specifically designed for dads & sons to have a great time together, which will include tools & key habits for building healthy relationships and enduring character, back in the real world. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact Kieren Turner via the rego page - GENTS – Father & Son Camp 2022 – SU Camps
Introduction from Mr Kieren Turner. https://youtu.be/y3GvCKH2kfg
Go4Fun Healthy Wellbeing Program - Term 4
Kincumber Nighbourhood Centre - Live Music Event
Make Way Music Event on Friday 7 October at KNC Youth Space Kincumber
Tickets $10, including a feed. Book your tickets.
School Holiday Chess Events
Australian Childhood Anxiety Treatment Study - Griffith University
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Green Point Baptist Church
9:30am Worship Service
6:00pm Service
Services continue to be available online each week.
Please register at the following link: https://www.gpbc.net.au/myzone/
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