Principal - St Catherine of Siena Catholic Primary

3 months 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 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 be inspired to 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 realised, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The role of the Principal is one of the most important roles across the MACS system, as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.

**ABOUT ST CATHERINE OF SIENA CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL**

St Catherine of Siena School is a Catholic co-educational primary school in Armstrong Creek. Established in 2020 with 135 students enrolled from Grade Prep to Grade 5.

Enlightened by Gospel values, modelling, Catholic Social Teaching and embracing Catholic tradition St Catherine of Sienna Catholic Primary School rejoice in diversity, knowing all children can learn.

St Catherine of Siena is committed to enhancing each child's wellbeing, enabling and empowering them to excel. It fosters a positive, safe, and engaging learning environment, with a particular focus on enriching each child's wellbeing through active participation and mindfulness.

**ABOUT THE COMMUNITY**

St Catherine of Siena School values the importance of building positive relationships within the school community.

As a vibrant learning community, St Catherine of Siena engages children, promotes Gospel values, sets high expectations, and empowers each student to succeed. The school fosters a sense of unity and excellence, encouraging an ecological approach to learning and growth.

With 455 students, the Principal, along with a dedicated staff, leads this thriving community. MACS is seeking a Principal who will actively engage with the school and its families while growing enrolments under their leadership.
- Enrolment numbers are accurate at the time of publication.

**KEY SELECTION CRITERIA**
- Evidence of strong senior faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of 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 priorities the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees, student, 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.
- Show attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of 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, champion innovation and improvements 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 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 fro

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