Coordinator - Sacred Heart Primary - Pearce ACT

Location: Pearce, ACT
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary: $137,133 + superannuation
Employment Term: From 22 July 2024 (Term 3, 2024)
Closing Date: 11.55pm, Monday 13 May 2024

About Us

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG) plays an integral role in education in the ACT and NSW, operating 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres.

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.

About the School

Sacred Heart is a dynamic school that is seeking a creative, energetic and committed Coordinator who can actively support the aims of Catholic Education and who can contribute to the flourishing of the children at Sacred Heart. We are particularly seeking a person who has very good interpersonal skills and who can collaborate with other teachers to achieve the best outcomes for the children.

About the Role

A Coordinator is an excellent role model for other teachers, especially in the areas of curriculum development and teaching and learning. They contribute to the wellbeing of staff, students and the wider community and offer opportunities for staff professional development which builds the capacity of staff to contribute to school-wide initiatives. To be successful in this role, you will engage with the community and collaborate with all stakeholders to help achieve the vision and mission of the school.  

Key Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Leadership Team to implement professional dialogue within the school that is informed by feedback, analysis of current research and practice to improve the educational outcomes of students. Work in a collegiate way with the leadership team to develop whole school policies in a range of areas.
• Support in the implementation and evaluation of high-quality teaching and learning initiatives based on effective assessment and data analysis.
• Know and support all staff in developing their teaching capacity, through the use of effective assessment and data analysis.
• Support a positive culture of challenge by identifying self as a learner, keeping abreast of best practice, and applying the necessary skills to implement and enact change both individually and collaboratively.
• Work as a member of the Leadership Team to support a culture of inclusion and high expectations for all.
• A Coordinator in a Catholic school will help manage and lead innovation and change to ensure the school’s vision and strategic plan are put into action and that goals and intentions are realised. Catholic Leaders draw upon the support of others and develop a sense of agency in the improvements they are driving.
• Ensure the successful management of school teaching and learning programs.
• Support the effective implementation of Technologies and ICT within the school, allocating resources effectively and evaluating impact on student outcomes.

Benefits and Opportunities

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture
• An extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high impact teaching practice
• Access to salary packaging, including novated leasing
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)

Essential Criteria

In order to be a vibrant member and leader within the Sacred Heart staff, the successful applicant will need to be a person who demonstrates:

• An understanding and commitment to the Church’s mission in Catholic Education and the capacity to contribute to the spiritual and community life of the school.
• Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements.
• Classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs.
• A thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning within the classroom and across the school.
• Successful planning and implementation of programs including the use of High Impact Teaching Practice and learning pedagogy and the integration of technology.
• A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.

Please refer to the role description for an in-depth detail regarding criteria and skill set required.

Other Eligibility Criteria 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. 
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

Application Process

Applications are invited from interested candidates able to demonstrate a commitment to the vision of Catholic Education.

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes and experience as outlined in the position description.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child related employment in accordance with CE policy.

For further information about the School, please visit our school website here.

Information about Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.

Position queries: Please contact Principal David Austin on 02 6286 2443 or via email david.austin@cg.catholic.edu.au 

Application queries: Please contact Recruitment Team on 02 6218 0007 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au