Expression of Interest

**Introduction**:
St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is calling for expressions of interest for a Temporary Full-Time Leader of Learning - Administration.
Duration of the higher duties is from 31 July to 29 August 2025.
This role will attract a 0.3FTE release and a 2 point coordinator allowance of $749.94 per fortnight.
**Description**:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
The Leader of Learning - Administration (Coordinator) is responsible for assisting the Principal and Assistant Principal to ensure the smooth performance of the school’s operational and organisational tasks. Allocated tasks may vary slightly between schools and details will be agreed with the successful applicant as part of the contract process. Examples of duties the Leader of Learning - Administration may be required to perform, depending on the school’s requirements, are to
- oversee areas of compliance that safeguard daily routines and practices within the school
- ensure the school is adequately staffed during teacher absence
- oversee the organisation of the school’s emergency procedures and drills
- lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of timetables
- implement current policies and processes
- establish processes that support all staff to improve student outcomes
- oversee the management of internal and external testing and examination
- ensure the school’s facilities are properly maintained

**Skills and Experiences**:
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
- Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
- Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure the school’s daily operations run effectively
- High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
- Demonstrated ability to organise, initiate and drive change and ensure a culture of continuous improvement
- Demonstrated capacity to think and act strategically; to exercise sound judgement; and to support the school leadership team in leading the mission of the school
- Demonstrated ability to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes
- Prior leadership experience (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS
- Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
- NESA Teacher Accreditation
- Working with Children Clearance number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Admin, Curriculum) (Desirable)
- Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
Please contact your current principal
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
- Current resume (max 2 -3 pages)
- Cover letter (max 2 pages) outlining your skills, experience and suitability for the position.

**Applications close**: Tuesday 22nd July 2025 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.