Are you a current employeeof the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office? Go to the Careers Portalto search and apply for your next role.Assistant Principal - Secondary - SingletonPosted:28/05/2024Closing Date:11/06/2024Job Type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: SingletonJob Category: Education, Childcare & TrainingSt Catherine's Catholic College Singleton is seeking a permanent full-time Secondary Assistant Principal to join the team in 2025.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.The Assistant Principal will assist the Principal to lead across the school community to:Model faith in actionDevelop and shape a shared vision focused on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all studentsNurture positive relationships between students, teachers and all other stakeholdersSupport and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachersSet high standards for students and staff performanceDesired Skills and ExperienceEXPERIENCE/CRITERIAPractising Catholic with a personal commitment to Catholic Education who can clearly demonstrate their vision and commitment to leading and learning within our Diocesan communityA strong background in and command of a core content area in education with the ability to model evidence-based practice and effectively utilise data to optimise student outcomesDemonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learningDemonstrated ability to think and act strategically; initiate and drive change and ensure a culture of continuous improvementHigh level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school communityCapacity to strengthen and integrate equity and diversity, work health and safety and performance management principles in the ongoing management and development of staffExperience in the role of Religious Education Coordinator (primary schools), or in the roles of Ministry Coordinator and/or Leader of Learning Religion (secondary schools) (Desirable)QUALIFICATIONSFour-year trained teacher classification and at least six, preferably eight years, successful teaching experiencePostgraduate qualification in Religious Education or Theological Studies or willingness to complete within four years of appointmentCurrent NESA Teacher AccreditationWorking with Children Clearance numberCompletion of anaphylaxis trainingPostgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership (Desirable)CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTSalary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and growA corporate fitness program through Fitness PassportEmployee assistance program (EAP)Training and staff development programsPaid parental leave for eligible employeesAccess to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.FOR FURTHER INFORMATIONContact James Tocci, Talent Lead on Tel: 0428 777 359 or via email:****** APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW ANDPlease provide a cover letter along with your resumeWithin your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listedunder EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.Applicants should nominate at least two(2) referees including your current Principal and one other.Please provide them with thisreference form for completion.Applicants should provide a reference from your Parish Priest.Please provide them with thisreference formfor completion.Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.Additional informationThe Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement.Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.#J-18808-Ljbffr
