October 24, 2024

Catholic Schools Office, Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle

Chisholm

FULL TIME & OTHER

Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement

Posted: 25/10/2024

Closing Date: 08/11/2024

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Chisholm

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

St Bede’s Catholic College, Chisholm is seeking a Permanent Full Time Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement to join the team in January 2025.
St Bede’s Catholic College, in the recently established suburb of Chisholm, is a new co-educational Catholic secondary school that is part of the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle. The College opened in 2018 and will eventually cater for 1,100 students in Years 7 to 12. Currently, the College has approximately 850 Year 7-12 students, with the first Year 12 cohort having recently graduated.
The key components that drive the development of the school are Courage, Knowledge, Community and Faith. These components align to the four domains of the College’s Strategic Plan – Catholic Formation and Mission, Learning and Teaching, Leadership, Wellbeing and Partnerships.

Job Description

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

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

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 schoo L
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.
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
Contact John Murphy, Principal on Tel: (02) 4088 8222 or via email: john.murphy@mn.catholic.edu.au
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 to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.
Applications close: Friday 8th November 2024 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.