Expression of Interest

**Introduction**:
St Francis Xavier's College, Hamilton is calling for expressions of interest for a Temporary Full-Time Leader of Learning - Science.
Duration of the higher duties is from 25 August to 26 September 2025.
This role will attract a 0.3FTE release and a 3 point coordinator allowance of $1,124.99 per fortnight.
**Description**:
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Leaders of Learning work in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning principles. Within their faculty they will:

- ensure the highest standards of teaching practice
- lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
- have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements
- establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
- support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development
- know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.

**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 success in ensuring a culture of continuous improvement, creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning
- Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently
- Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school
- High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive And respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
- Prior leadership experience (Desirable)
- Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (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
- Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
- Completion of anaphylaxis training
- Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Curriculum) (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**: Monday 18th August 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.