Student Transition Coordinator

6 days ago


Mornington, Australia Padua College Full time $79,629 - $118,063 per year

Role Description/Criteria

Applications are sought for the position of Student Transition Coordinator - POL for the period 27 January 2026 to 26 January 2029. It has a teaching load and is in conjunction with an ongoing teaching appointment.

Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic Secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.

The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our "why" at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction.

We want every person to:

  • recognise and utilise their God-given talents;

  • be the best they can be; and

  • make a positive impact on their world.

Our Core Values:

a) We welcome and affirm

b) We inspire growth of the whole person

c) We create a love of learning

d) We build positive relationships

e) We embrace diversity

f) We show compassion for those in need

g) We reconcile and forgive

h) We work for a just and peaceful world

OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE

Our Core values explicitly state that at Padua College 'we welcome and affirm.' Transition processes and policy must reflect the action of this core value. The role of Transition Coordinator ensures we act as witness to the teachings of Jesus, who provided example of true hospitality and welcome.

Padua College recognises that transition is an essential element of College life that needs careful and explicit consideration, with planning and communication at the forefront of the success of all transition. Current and evolving practice around transition for all students and families new to the College must be consistently reviewed, adjusted where necessary and consolidated in order to continue best practice in this area.

The Student Transition Coordinator reports directly to the Vice Principal - Students, through the Heads/Directors of Campus.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Student Transition Coordinator's major areas of responsibility include but are not limited to:

i. Demonstrating leadership that exemplifies Padua College Mission and Vision.

ii. Coordinating the effective and appropriate transition of students to the College.

iii. Creating and maintaining relationships with Parish and other Partnership Primary Schools.

iv. Responsibility for administration and communication.

v. Performing other duties and implementing decisions as requested by the Principal or the College Improvement Team.

Teachers are supported by the Learning Leaders, the Assistant Heads of Campus (Learning and Pedagogy), Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus), and the Vice Principal (Learning and Teaching) across the College in the development, implementation, and teaching of the curriculum.

They are also supported by the House Coordinators, Assistant Heads of Campus (Student Wellbeing and Growth), the Deputy Principals/Directors of Campus (Heads of Campus) and the Vice Principal – Students, in the pastoral care and discipline of students, as well as the smooth and effective management of classes.

SALARY REMUNERATION: According to the CEMEA 2022, $79, $118,063.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation. POL 3 is $9,629.00 per annum.

Application Procedures

Full position descriptions and College Application Forms can be obtained at the College website at Application forms for these positions should be returned to the Principal by email to , accompanied by full Résumé, the names of three referees and university transcripts by 10am Monday 6 October 2025 All applications will be acknowledged on receipt by return email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Other applicants will not receive further communication from the College regarding the position.

Padua College is a Child Safe School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Details:

Address: 62 Oakbank Road

Mornington

Phone:

Website:

Principal: Ms Marjorie Canal (Acting)

Enquiries:

Applications Close: 06/10/2025

Position: Position of Leadership

Type: Ongoing

Hours per Week: Full-time


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