POL - Head of House - Beaconsfield Campus (POL 3)Teaching - Secondary (Education & Training)About the positionSt Francis Xavier College is seeking student-centred, dedicated, and courageous professionals to collaborate with and inspire student growth and achievement. Our work is guided by our College Game Plan, which prioritises:Catholic Identity - orientating towards ChristDifferentiation - enabling growth for allPositive Learning Partnerships - building stronger relationshipsWellbeing for Learning - teaching the skills of wellbeingFor commencement at the start of the 2025 school year, we are looking for a Head of House at our Beaconsfield campus. This position has a 2-year tenure and holds a POL 3 allowance.The successful applicants will also receive ongoing employment as a Classroom Teacher.The Head of House is responsible for the wellbeing of students in their House. In partnership with the Care Group Teachers, and collaboration with support teams, they will oversee the holistic growth of the students in their care. The Head of House will develop student belonging and connectedness and promote House spirit. They will coordinate targeted and intensive support for students on a case-by-case basis. They are required to have a deep understanding of the principles that impact wellbeing.Skills and ExperienceThe successful candidate will possess the following:Ability to promote and uphold the Catholic Identity of the CollegeAccreditation to teach in a Catholic school, or a willingness to undertake accreditation to teach in a Catholic schoolVictorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) full registrationDemonstrated understanding and experience of the learning and teaching pedagogy associated with the Victorian CurriculumAbility to deepen the work they lead and connect it to the College Game Plan and PlaybookAbility to embrace and demonstrate our values of respect, curiosity, gratitude and hope through word and actionDisplays a professional mindset and character to effectively lead staff to cater for the diverse needs of learnersAbility to lead collegial teams underpinned by a team-based cultureInspiring and motivating team members towards achieving shared goals and objectivesBuilding staff capacity through coaching and mentoring, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and learningEffective verbal and written communication abilities, encompassing the capacity to engage with students, parents, and the broader school communityAbility to follow Child Safety requirements, including: creating a child safe culture, and identifying and responding to abuse using the PROTECT frameworkWhy work at St Francis Xavier CollegeWe invest in high-quality people and facilities, operating through a team-based culture to encourage positive relationships between students and staff, and consistently express a rigorous expectation of personal excellence. Work in an inclusive community that values innovation, professional development and staff wellbeing with employee benefits that include:Free onsite parkingFully subsided access to EC by Go1 Learning Portal providing access to the most comprehensive learning and development libraryAccess to internal and external training opportunitiesFunded membership to professional or industry associationsGenerous internal and external Professional Learning opportunitiesExtensive leadership opportunities11.5% SuperannuationProfessional learningFully subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their familiesNo extras for teachersAnnual Leave Loading and Position Allowance payments in December each year16 weeks paid Parental Leave and 4 weeks paid Partner LeaveSalary Packaging through MaxxiaGenerous leave entitlements including a paid flexible leave day per school yearAll buildings equipped with heating and coolingOnsite canteens and vending machines for staff use at all campusesSocial and wellbeing events organised throughout the year including wellbeing weeks, staff drinks, weekly morning teasAllocation of an Induction Buddy for new staffAbout St Francis Xavier CollegeSt Francis Xavier College is a three-campus Catholic College located in the Southeast of Melbourne. The Campuses are easily accessed via several major freeways – only 20 minutes from Springvale Road on the M1. We invest in high-quality people and facilities, operating through a team-based culture to encourage positive relationships between students and staff, and consistently express a rigorous expectation of personal excellence. The College serves families from the parishes of Berwick, Koo Wee Rup, Maryknoll/Iona, Narre Warren and Pakenham under the governance of Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited (DOSCEL).Applications close 27 September at 5:00pm.Staff are employed under the Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022. Successful applicants will demonstrate commitment to Catholic education and the safety and wellbeing of children. The St Francis Xavier College community is committed to the safety, wellbeing, protection and inclusion of all children in our care.
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