ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL RELIGIOUS EDUCATION / RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time Applications Close: 15 November 2024 The School: The Bath Street Campus of Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Catholic College caters for students from Transition to Year 4. As a Catholic College, we celebrate the message of Jesus Christ, placing great importance on our Christian values and ensuring our school environment is safe and nurturing, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting an educational climate conducive to learning. Religious Education is taught along with all the key learning areas prescribed by the Australian Curriculum. The Position: The Assistant Principal Religious Education (APRE) or Religious Education Coordinator (REC) shares with the Principal the responsibility for spiritual and theological leadership and the development of faith formation while ensuring the Catholic perspective is integrated across the school. The APRE / REC is a member of the school's executive leadership team, collaborating in the strong leadership provided by the Principal and the school's leadership team. This leadership discerns, strengthens, and actively promotes the school's Catholic identity and mission. The APRE / REC engages with mission in their religious leadership and is animated by the Catholic faith in partnership with families, creating a sustainable educational environment which resonates culturally and deeply within the community. This executive position is to be held by a practicing Catholic who is committed to the Catholic faith. Key Responsibilities: Be a Catholic who is an active member of a Catholic Sunday Eucharistic community. A person with integrity who has a personal relationship with and commitment to Christ and a just engagement with the world. Capacity to promote and lead the identity and mission of the school as a Catholic school in the context of a pluralised and secularised society. Demonstrated capacity to lead others in faith formation experiences and social justice initiatives. A skilled educator with demonstrated capacity to lead a team of educators in the design, implementation, and assessment practices in the Religious Education curriculum. Demonstrates contemporary pedagogical practice in Religious Education relevant to the cultural context of the school community. Effective and highly developed interpersonal and communication skills. Hold a Graduate Certificate in Religious Education and completion or working towards a Masters Degree in Religious Education, Theological Studies, and/or Catholic educational leadership (or equivalent). What we Offer: Relocation Assistance up to $4,000.00 School issued Laptop Funded Professional Development Employee Assistance Program Salary is commensurate with qualifications. This position will involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with legislation. How to Apply: DOWNLOAD THE INFORMATION PACK FROM THE APPLICATION LINKS AS PER THE BELOW For external applicants, click 'Apply' to complete the application. For CENT internal employees - click on the below link to complete the application: To apply for this position, complete all the sections in the system by providing your resume, one-page cover letter, addressing the essential criteria in the position description and all supporting documents as outlined in the information pack. If you require any additional information regarding this position, you are welcome to contact Recruitment on (08) 89 841 400. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr