Leader of Learning - Science
St Catherine's Catholic College
Singleton
- Expired
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Apply by:
- 25 October 2021
Job overview
| Location | SINGLETON St Catherine's Catholic College | |
| Vacancy Type | Permanent Full Time | |
| Description | St Catherine’s Catholic College, Singleton is seeking a Permanent Full-time Leader of Learning specialising in Science for years 7-12 commencing Term 1, 2022. This position attracts a 2 point allowance. St Catherine's Catholic College draws its students from the Singleton local Government Area. Singleton is approximately 73 kilometres from Newcastle, close to attractions such as historical villages of Morpeth and Wollombi and a 30minute drive from the beautiful vineyard area of the Hunter Valley. The College is a co-educational school offering a comprehensive curriculum for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Nestled in the beautiful Hunter Valley, St Catherine’s has a proud history of excellence and achievements in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits and offers a seamless transition for your all students in their educational journey. St Catherine’s is a Visible Wellbeing School focused on high expectations for all students. We have a Gifted Education Program and provide differentiated curriculum for students with diverse learning needs, both intervention and extension. |
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| Position Requirements | Leaders of Learning are entrusted with the responsibility to assist students in making sense of their world, to make informed decisions and judgements, and to act with moral and ethical integrity. Within their faculty they will: • ensure the highest standards of teaching practice • lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes • have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements • establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice • support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development • know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing. The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults, preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. The Diocese is committed to being compliant with the National Principles for Child Safe Organisations and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards. All employees are required to undergo a National Police Check, retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check and ensure compliance with our safeguarding policies, the Diocesan Safeguarding Commitment Statement and the Code’s of Conduct. |
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| Essential Criteria | • Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools • The applicant should have a four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers • Demonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning • Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently • Demonstrated ability to organise, initiate and drive change and ensure a culture of continuous improvement • Demonstrated capacity to think and act strategically; to exercise sound judgement; and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school • Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes • High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community • Willingness to comply with the CSO Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead Policy. Category C – Accreditation for Leadership • Qualifications in teaching Science The applicant must provide evidence of the following: • Four-year trained teacher classification • NESA Teacher Accreditation • Working with Children Clearance number • Completion of anaphylaxis training |
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| Desirable Criteria | • Prior leadership experience • Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Curriculum) • Ability to teach senior Chemistry |
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| CommencementStarts | 28/1/2022 | |
| Conditions of Employment | Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2020. This position attracts a 2 Point Coordinator Allowance of $16,756.00. | |
| Applications Close | Tuesday 26 October, 2021 | |
| Instructions | Forward your Curriculum Vitae together with a covering letter addressing selection criteria via email (preferred) as one pdf to the contact person. | |
| Contact | Name | Telephone |
| Niamh Marzol (niamh.marzol@mn.catholic.edu.au) | 6578 9600 | |
| Applications to: |
By email (preferred): Niamh Marzol |
By post:
Principal |
| Specific School Requirements/ Additional Info | To apply:
Please provide a cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the selection criteria along with your resume and directly to niamh.marzol@mn.catholic.edu.au
• Applicants should nominate at least two (2) referees two of whom must be the person's current principal and/or area supervisor or consultant. • If you are not currently working in a school, please provide your previous supervisor/principal. • Please ensure you provide out of hours contact details for your referees also, not providing these details can delay the recruitment process. • *Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted* |
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About St Catherine's Catholic College
- St Catherine's Catholic College
- 30-40 Combo Lane, Singleton
- New South Wales
- 2330
- Australia
St Catherine’s was established as a K-12 school in 2000 and is unique in many respects: it is the only K-12 school in the Maitland-Newcastle Diocese and one of only a handful of K-12 systemic schools in NSW; it has a very close relationship with the Parish of St Patrick’s, Singleton and the Parish of St Brigid’s, Branxton, with an administration area shared by the School and Parish; the College is an integral part of the Parish, and parishioners participate in the many College activities; the College is also actively involved in the various parish ministries. Working closely with the Parish Priest, the principal is responsible for the leadership and overall direction of the school, consistent with Catholic teachings, principles and values and proven educational theory and practice. Under the principal’s leadership the school provides for the effective care and education of the students through facilitation of their spiritual, academic, social and personal development.
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