Employment
This page lists the CEM roles currently available. For teaching and School based roles please go to acc.edu.au/careers. CEM is committed to transforming young people spiritually, academically, socially and physically for lives of significance and service by encouraging students to think biblically and act graciously. Does that sound like a place where you could do your best gospel-centred work?
We are currently seeking to fill the following vacancies:
Deputy Business Development Manager
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.
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
An opportunity exists to work in the Business Development Team who are passionate about identifying new and existing opportunities to help support and grow our schools, as well as welcoming new schools to our group, to help them reach their full potential.
Key Job Functions
- Identifying and researching new opportunities as they arise
- Preparing grant applications and supporting documentation
- Supporting the implementation of systems and processes to achieve their full potential
- Assisting in the integration of new schools joining the CEM group
- Enhancing existing CEM Schools through project-based improvement work
- Supporting other projects and programs within CEM to run effectively and efficiently
- Other responsibilities as directed by the Head of Business Development
This full-time position reports to the Head of Business Development and is to start as soon as is practicable.
The salary for this position is commensurate with relevant education, skills, and experience.
About you
- Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Commerce or demonstrated equivalent industry/professional experience (preferred)
- Ability to build rapport and collaborate with school staff and leaders
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders throughout the organisation.
- Excellent verbal and written 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.
- Employee benefits program with 15-50% leading retail brands.
- Employee Assistance Program with free counselling available.
- Flexible working will be considered for the right candidate.
- Being part of a growing group that is reimagining Christian Education in Australia.
- Grow in your faith, skills and leadership experience.
- Being part of a faith community that shares weekly devotion and prayer.
- NSW’s Central Coast is ideally located between Sydney and Newcastle, offering a vibrant coastal lifestyle.
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next career move and an exciting challenge, then click the link below. Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered.
APPLY NOWEducation Support Officer
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.
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 Education Support Officer is an entry level service and support role in our new and emerging Education Services team. They will be responsible for the support of our Distance Education customers, including the students, parents, home supervisors, and Australian Christian College staff. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that they can navigate and utilise education systems efficiently, enhancing both user experience and operational effectiveness.
This full-time role is based at the CEM Erina office and is expected to start as soon as possible.
Salary: $60k.
Key Accountabilities:
- Effectively onboard new Students and Supervisors/Parents into Education Systems (Primarily Canvas)
- Deliver Technical support to address customer needs, ensuring as many enquiries as possible are resolved without the need for escalation.
- Provide Level One triaging and helpdesk support for our Education Services and Systems (e.g. Canvas, Salesforce, Intercom, Canva)
- Provide high levels of customer support and service to accurately diagnose issues and offer effective resolutions to minimise system down-time and loss of productivity.
- Promptly allocate unresolved calls to ensure responsive and timely customer service.
- Stay updated on changing ICT standards and technology to ensure compliance with current services.
- Stay updated on current policies and practices surrounding child safety and wellbeing.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support CEM's goals and objectives.
- Exceptional communication skills
- An eagerness to engage in problem solving and a desire to continually learn
- Familiarity with Educational Technologies not required, but would be beneficial
- Familiarity with school operations and practices not required, but would be beneficial
- General Capability with technology (Mac, iOS, Google, Zoom etc)
- Devout commitment to live and work in accordance with the Christian Faith and its values.
- 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 with 15-50% off leading retails brands
- 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.
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next career move and an exciting challenge, then click the link below. Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered.
APPLY NOWExpression of Interest
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.
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.
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next career move and an exciting challenge, then click the link below. Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered.
APPLY NOWICT Systems Engineer
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 17 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 Systems Engineer is responsible for providing systems administration, technical support, ongoing maintenance and enhancement for CEM’s business systems to meet service standards and operational requirements and support improved reliability, functionality and performance.
The position oversees the daily operations at the school while engaging in high-level collaborative projects across CEM. This dual focus ensures that immediate operational needs are met while also driving long-term initiatives that enhance system performance that align with organisational goals.
Key accountabilities:
- Oversee system monitoring and analysis, performance tuning, troubleshooting, and escalation to ensure maximum availability and functionality, optimising system performance to meet user demand.
- Provide second level support to CEM's systems to maintain normal business operations.
- Conduct routine maintenance on databases and platforms of core business systems to minimise service disruptions and ensure continuous operational service delivery.
- Monitor and evaluate system performance to ensure application integrations are available to meet changing environmental priorities and stakeholder needs.
- Lead and coordinate high-level ICT projects in collaboration with the CEM team, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and successful project delivery within timelines and budgets.
- Maintain good release management practices, including preparing and documenting detailed code comments and comprehensive release notes, to ensure accurate and up-to-date systems documentation.
- Collect and analyse operational data to identify areas for improvement and support informed decision-making.
- Maintain relationships with stakeholders, representing CEM as needed and ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support CEM's goals and objectives.
This full-time role will commence as soon as possible.
Applications deadline 25 July 2025.
- Tertiary qualifications in information technology, computer science, project management or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in Systems Administration.
- Devout commitment to live and work in accordance with the Christian Faith and its values.
- Hold and maintain a valid Working with Children Check.
- Hold and maintain a valid unrestricted drivers’ licence for use in NSW/Australia.
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 with free counselling sessions
- Employee benefits program with 15-50% off leading retail brands
- Salary sacrificing options.
- Grow in your faith, skills and experience.
- Being part of an authentic faith community that shares regular devotions and prayer.
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next career move and an exciting challenge, then click the link below. Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered.
APPLY NOWTrainee Teacher
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 16 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:
- Go to our Teacher Training School information page by clicking here.
- Express your interest in the opportunity.
- Meet with the CEM Teacher Training School Coordinator.
- Participate in interviews with CEM Executive (held between September and mid-November annually).
- Confirm ATAR or equivalent entry requirements for undergraduate degree.
- 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].
How to Apply
If you're ready for your next career move and an exciting challenge, then click the link below. Only applicants who apply via the online application form will be considered.
APPLY NOWSee Why Our Staff Love Being Part of CEM
Watch our video to experience the sense of community, support, and spiritual growth that defines working at CEM. Some the staff from our ACC schools share their heartfelt stories, reflecting the nurturing environment and shared values that make ACC and CEM a unique place to work and grow. Learn how you can be part of our mission in transforming lives through faith and education.