Management - Schools (Education & Training)
Bialik College is a pluralist and cross-communal Jewish Zionist school, embracing an inclusive approach to Judaism. All students attend one campus in Hawthorn, creating a close-knit community of students and learners from as young as three months old in our Children's Centre, three years old in the Early Learning Centre through to Year 12 in the Senior School. Students come from throughout Melbourne, with a sizeable majority from the Caulfield area, with many travelling to school on public transport or Bialik buses.
Bialik celebrates diversity and inclusion in its workforce, and has a thriving culture based on community and excellence in education. Our workforce is comprised of employees from a diverse range of faiths and backgrounds.
Bialik College is committed to child safety. We recognise the importance of, and our responsibility for, ensuring a safe and supportive environment which respects the rights of all children and fosters their enrichment and wellbeing. All applicants must read, and be supportive of the contents, in the following link - Employment Opportunities | Bialik College
About the Role The Head of IJED is one of the key ethos leaders in the College. They are a role model, leader and lifelong learner dedicated to furthering their own Jewish journey and that of all students in a pluralist, inclusive and Zionist learning environment.
Lead building a vibrant, caring and joyful Jewish community at Bialik Facilitate pathways for engagement in Jewish life for all students Empower students with skills and understandings to further their Jewish and Israel journeys beyond school Primary Responsibilities Leadership and Management Drive IJED initiatives throughout whole school Set clear objectives Lead, mentor and support IJED staff and Student Leadership Continue to reflect upon and refine IJED objectives and outcomes Manage the IJED's budget and ensure the department is well resourced Ensure effective and timely communication with parents, staff and students Plan initiatives in advance which take account of possible changing circumstances Curriculum and Programming Champion, promote and develop curricula and experiences that further Jewish and Zionist journeys for learners of all ages in the College Develop and coordinate the documentation of the MACH curriculum Undertake teaching MACH and a formal teaching load Run regular IJED meetings, PL and training Attend PLs after school for all staff to inform and extend practices Implement strategies for shared planning and implementation of initiatives Oversee and role model best practices in Informal Jewish Education Integrate and promote the Cultures of Thinking approach across the College and Reggio Emilia philosophy in the early years Promote community service throughout the College Build student responsibility and leadership in school and the wider community Staff Related Create clarity around goals and priorities for the team Build an effective team, create strong morale and team spirit Assist with the appointment, induction, and appraisal of staff Support underperforming team members Support staff to resolve problems as they arise Support SLT, Heads of Department and colleagues in implementing school vision Create a climate in which people want to do their best, empower others and invite input from each person on the team Skills & Experience Current VIT registration Experience in leadership in Informal Jewish Education in a school setting Outstanding communicator and educator Ability to communicate a compelling vision and purpose to inspire a team Positive relationships with students and ability to challenge and support Willingness and ability to attend and lead events and meetings outside school hours Expertise in an area of Jewish Education Role model professionalism and organisational values and ethics Drive to innovate, promote and invest in IJED as the heart and soul of the school Please submit your application directly via SEEK by COB Tuesday 17 September 2024. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
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