Acting Assistant Principal - Religious Education (Secondary) 24 days ago , from Diocese of Townsville Catholic Education
Position: Acting Assistant Principal - Religious Education (Secondary)
Salary Range: $145,401 - $152,543 per annum pending experience (pro rata)
Commencing Date: 13January 2025Tenure: Full Time, Fixed Term (4 month)
Closing Date: Monday,11 November 2024 unless filled prior
Columba Catholic College, Charters Towers is a vibrant, affordable P-12 Catholic college catering for the full needs of families and students. Being co-educational, students can find their own special niche for learning and personal growth. The P-12 setting gives students access to a wide range of subjects and opportunities, matched to current and emerging pathways and occupations.Columba Catholic College endeavours to provide deep learning for the mind, a spiritual base for the soul, and an athletic dynamism for the body. Current students, past students, future students and their parents all integrate into the Columba family which incorporates those parts of our history which once were Mount Carmel College, St Mary's College, and St Columba's Primary School ofCharters Towers. About the role Columba Catholic College, Charters Towers is seeking an experienced and dedicated Acting Assistant Principal - Religious Education - Secondary (APRE) . This position is an Acting, Full Time, Fixed Term (4 month) appointment. The appointment commences on the 13 January 2025 to 16 May 2025.
The APRE plays a key role in assisting the Principal in evangelising the Mission of the Church through coordinating and managing the Religious Education Curriculum and nurturing the Religious Life of the School. They are charged withprioritising enhancing their school's Catholic identity and culture through being the lead teacher, specialist and moderatorof Religious Education, and supporting and developing the professional formation of staff.
The purpose of the APREroleis to exerciseseniorleadership and assistthe Principalwith the management of theschool in accordance with Catholic tradition in consultation with other personnel as appropriate and with due reference to Catholic Education structures, policies, processes and practices.The APRE is responsible for the supervision of those areas as delegated by the Principal and as designated in his/her duty statement which should be reviewed annually.
Key Leadership qualities and capabilities Promotes the Catholic vision in the school's goals, policies, programs and structures Baptised Catholic who demonstrates a commitment to the Catholic faith both at school and in parish Displays confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm and optimism Displays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groups Builds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationships Is an effective coach, able to respond clearly and provide and receive constructive feedback. Mandatory Criteria Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role in a safe manner Is committed to the Catholic faith, an active member of a Catholic Eucharistic community and is free from any impediment to full communion with the church Appropriate Tertiary qualification with registration or eligibility for registration with Queensland College of Teachers Full accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school A minimum of 8 semester units of postgraduate study in Religious Education, Scripture, Theology, Catholic Ethos and/or currently undertaking, with a commitment to completion Current Driver's Licence Ability to travel from time to time within the Catholic Diocese of Townsville Masters or other postgraduate qualification in Theology, Religious Education or Educational Leadership from an Australian Catholic university Recent leadership experience in a Catholic School with the ability to lead the drive for educational excellence Can show evidence of educational, pastoral, theological and managerial aspects of school leadership. What we offer Competitive salary range Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading Salary packaging options Modern facilities, equipment and resources Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement) Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service Up to 14 Weeks' paid parental leave Deferred Salary Scheme Corporate health insurance Induction, professional development and learning opportunities Wellbeing programs and initiatives. Our Organisation Townsville Catholic Education provides a supportive, flexible working environment where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. We employ motivated people who want to work together to produce excellent outcomes for our students. Our staff are recognised as being central to achieving our mission. How to apply Please complete the application form below Upload a current resume with contact details of two referees (one being your current line manager and the other your Parish Priest) Upload a covering letter . In no more than two A4 pages, your covering letter must provide clear evidence of your demonstrated ability to lead a school in the following key leadership areas: Faith and Mission leadership Educational leadership Staff leadership Community leadership Strategic leadership Organisational leadership Please refer to the Position Description, Catholic School Leadership Framework and the Qualification and Study Expectations for Positions of Senior Leadership document to support your response.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE:3.00 pm on Monday, 11 November 2024. Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.
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