Principal - Sacred Heart Primary School, Oakleigh

4 weeks ago

East Melbourne, Australia Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Full time

**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. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 16,000 staff and serve more than 112,000 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 recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: forming lives to enrich the world.

**ABOUT SACRED HEART PRIMARY SCHOOL, OAKLEIGH**

Sacred Heart Primary School is committed to a collaborative, engaging culture of learning through the provision of high quality curriculum, up to date technology and extracurricular activities.

Sacred Heart Primary School encompasses Glen Education Sacred Heart Kindergarten, Oakleigh. Glen Education Sacred Heart Kindergarten commenced in 2021 offering a kindergarten program for both 3 and 4 year old children. A strength -based approach to learning allows children to develop a strong sense of belonging and connectedness between the kindergarten and the school.

**ABOUT THE COMMUNITY**

Sacred Heart is a community that builds effective partnerships based on mutual trust, respect and a shared responsibility for the education and wellbeing of each student, through connecting students, teachers, leaders and parents to make the best learning environments for the students.

The Principal leads a student cohort of 195.

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 through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance whilst being informed by the Church's teaching and local mission.
- Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.
- Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees, students parish, broader church, educational system, other schools and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.
- Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability and a commitment to risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources within a regularly monitored, evidence-based strategic plan.
- Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
- Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of an engaging education that provides multiple pathways and options for positive outcomes for young people.
- Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development, championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.

.**HOW TO APPLY**

Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.

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 - inclusive of tertiary qualifications, academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Master’s degree or five-year equivalent) and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Document 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. These referees will be required to make relevant verbal responses regarding the applicant’s capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria.
- Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently **not**employed in Victorian Catholic education.

COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 2 2025 or by negotiation

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Tuesday, 11 March 2025

**Application Procedures**

**Details**:
**Address**:228 Victoria Parade
East Melbourne

**Phone**:9267 0228

**Executive Director**:Dr Edward Simons

**Enquiries**:See job advertisement

**Applications Close**:10/03/2025

**Position**: Principal

**Type**:Fixed Term

**Hours per Week**:Full-time

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