St Catherine's Catholic College Singleton is seeking a permanent full-time Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement 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.POSITION DESCRIPTION The Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement works in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to ensure the promotion of student wellbeing in accordance with contemporary evidence-based principles.Across the school they will: ensure the highest standards of student wellbeing and learning engagement establish and maintain a culture of care and ensure proactive support for students and families work with Leaders of Learning to develop and implement quality learning and wellbeing programs that support engagement and learning outcomes establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA Must be practising Catholic with an ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schooL Possess a comprehensive understanding of evidence-based engagement and learning principles, with demonstrated ability to effectively utilise data to optimise educational outcomes Demonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders of student engagement and wellbeing Deep knowledge of wellbeing programs, practices and strategies to enhance the social and emotional growth of students Demonstrated capacity to ensure a culture of continuous improvement; to think and act strategically; and to support the Principal in leading the mission of the school High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to maintain confidentiality; and develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community Prior leadership experience (Desirable) Skills and experience in driving Student Engagement and Wellbeing initiatives (Desirable) QUALIFICATIONS Four-year trained teacher classification and at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers NESA Teacher Accreditation Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number Completion of anaphylaxis training Postgraduate study in education (e.g.Master of leadership, pastoral care and wellbeing) (Desirable) CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport Employee assistance program (EAP) Training and staff development programs Paid parental leave for eligible employees Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.FOR FURTHER INFORMATION Contact Lauren Carlson, Acting Principal on Tel: (02) 6578 9600 or via email: ****** TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND Please provide a cover letter along with your resume Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.Preferred applicants will be asked to participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation, following the interview, to introduce them to the local Parish context and the culture of the Catholic school.Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.Applications close: Tuesday 11th June 2024 at 11.59pm Additional information The 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.
