Leader of Learning

Posted: 03/09/2024- Closing Date: 15/09/2024- Job Type: Temporary- Location: Maitland- Job Category: Education, Childcare & TrainingAll Saints’ College Maitland is seeking a permanent full-time Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement to join the team in 2025.

All Saints’ College is a coeducational year 7-12 Catholic School which is part of the Maitland Newcastle Diocese system of schools. With approximately 1400 students and 200 staff learning and working across 2 campuses, we are the largest school in our diocese and one of the largest Catholic Schools in the state. The Junior Campus caters for our year 7-10 students, and the Senior Campus caters for our senior students in years 11 and 12. Following the decision by the Diocese in 2021 the College will be transitioning to one campus in the next few years.

All Saints' College prides itself on a strong presence in the Maitland community with a well-established Catholic tradition which includes a deep association with the local Parish community. As a proud Catholic College, we encourage our students on their formation journey nurtured within a caring and supportive Christian environment.

All Saints' College commits to focusing on each individual child’s ability, offering a unique array of educational, creative, sporting and formation opportunities for the student. Our goal for each student is to grow into lifelong learners, who are critical thinkers that value and build authentic relationships. We are a community committed to a safe and supportive environment nurturing the formation of the whole person celebrating continual growth and success.

The Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement works in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to ensure the promotion of student wellbeing in accordance with contemporary evidence-based principles. Across the school they will:

- ensure the highest standards of student wellbeing and learning engagement
- establish and maintain a culture of care and ensure proactive support for students and families
- work with Leaders of Learning to develop and implement quality learning and wellbeing programs that support engagement and learning outcomes
- establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
- support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development

**Desired Skills and Experience**:
**EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA**
- Must be practising Catholic with an ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schooL
- Possess a comprehensive understanding of evidence-based engagement and learning principles, with demonstrated ability to effectively utilise data to optimise educational outcomes
- Demonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders of student engagement and wellbeing
- Deep knowledge of wellbeing programs, practices and strategies to enhance the social and emotional growth of students
- Demonstrated capacity to ensure a culture of continuous improvement; to think and act strategically; and to support the Principal in leading the mission of the school
- High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to maintain confidentiality; and develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
- Prior leadership experience (Desirable)

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Four-year trained teacher classification and at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
- NESA Teacher Accreditation
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, pastoral care and wellbeing) (Desirable)

**CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT**

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023. This role will be paid a 2 point coordinator allowance of $728.12 per fortnight.

**BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US**
- Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
- A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Training and staff development programs
- Paid parental leave for eligible employees
- Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

**FOR FURTHER INFORMATION**

**TO APPLY**
- Please provide a cover letter along with your resume
- Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response is addressed under each heading and each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
- Within your resume, please include two (2) references which are your current Principal and Line Manager
- Preferred applicants will be asked to participate