Principal - St. Andrew's, Clayton South

**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 recently launched 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.ANDREW'S CLAYTON**

St. Andrew’s, Primary School, Clayton South offers a contemporary curriculum providing a range of opportunities and experiences that foster the growth of the whole student. The current enrolment is 327 students.

Children leave well-rounded ready to embark on their secondary school journeys with established academic skills, self-confidence and pride in themselves.

St. Andrew’s School is home to a highly professional team of educators who continually strive for best practice, innovation and creativity. They are united in their passion to provide each and every child with the optimum opportunity to be the best that they can be.

**ABOUT THE COMMUNITY**

All families are welcomed into a rich cultural community that celebrates its identity ensuring a sense of welcome, acceptance and pride.

St Andrew’s School encourages partnerships between school, family, parish and the wider community, working actively to build a positive school environment where each child can feel included, safe, supported and valued.

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 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.
- Certified evidence of tertiary and further education qualifications, including accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school as referred to in your resume.
- Current resume
- Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria limited to three 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.

COMMENCMENT DATE: Term 1 2025

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday, 23 September 2024

**Application Procedures**

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