Role Description/Criteria At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS), we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world.
MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia, operating approximately 300 Catholic schools, employing over 16,000 staff, and serving more than 114,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.
It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan, MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World.
YOUR ROLE As a Principal, you will lead a joy-filled community where students, staff, and families can flourish within a Catholic context.
Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realized, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential.
This role works in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.
ABOUT ST MARY'S PRIMARY SCHOOL St Mary's is a welcoming learning community that aims to inspire each child to be the best they can be.
Relationships are at the heart of all we do, and we are committed to providing a safe, harmonious learning environment where successful relationships thrive.
St Mary's school motto is 'Friends, Family Community - Together we Grow' , provided in a caring, cooperative, purposeful, and success-oriented environment where close partnerships between students, staff, parents, and the wider community are highly valued.
Our "RICH" Values of Respect, Inclusion, Compassion, and Honesty are visibly at the center of daily life at St. Mary's. We strive to live out these values each day in everything we do.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY St. Mary's is a safe and inclusive community that fosters strong, positive relationships in an engaging and empowering learning environment, committed to lifelong learning and making a difference in our world.
St. Mary's Hampton Parish is part of the parish of the Holy Spirit and St Francis Sandringham, which is part of the Bayside Brighton Deanery.
St Mary's School is a co-educational Catholic primary school located in the Bayside suburb of Hampton, catering for students from Prep (Foundation Year) to Year Six, with a population of 214 students.
The school was originally established in 1924 under the guidance of the Presentation Sisters.
As a learning community, St Mary's strives for excellence and continual improvement.
St. Mary's provides a holistic curriculum, engaging students through the arts, physical activity, and digital and design technologies to foster deep learning and creativity, with a targeted teaching program that ensures each child is supported and challenged as an individual learner.
St. Mary's recognizes that learning at home and school are connected, and children's learning outcomes benefit greatly from effective partnerships between home and school.
The school offers opportunities for parents to be informed and engaged in their child's learning.
MACS is looking for a Principal who will actively engage with the community and grow school enrolments under their leadership.
Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Evidence of strong senior faith leadership as an active member in good standing of the Catholic Church community.
Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including implementing evidence-based learning and teaching programs.
Commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritizes the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees and students.
Strong commitment to enrollment growth, financial stability, and effective resource management.
Understanding and enactment of legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
Attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and education.
Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development.
HOW TO APPLY Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and Key Selection Criteria.
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If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our team by email at All applicants are required to submit a copy of: Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including current criminal history check).
Certified evidence of academic qualifications, including tertiary qualifications and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.
Current resume.
Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria limited to four to five pages.
The names and contact details of three referees, including the Catholic Priest of the Parish you attend.
Certified statements of service from current and previous employers for applicants not currently employed in Victorian Catholic education.
Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care.
The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check.
Candidates must hold full Australian working rights and provide evidence of this.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a "Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration." COMMENCEMENT DATE: January 2025 APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday, 23 September 2024 Application Procedures: Details: Address: 228 Victoria Parade East Melbourne Phone: 9267 0228 Website: Executive Director: Dr Edward Simons Enquiries: See job advertisement Applications Close: 23/09/2024 Position: Principal Type: Fixed Term Hours per Week: Full-time #J-18808-Ljbffr
