About this job
St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School, Gilgandra
Co-educational, years K-6
Permanent, full time teaching role
Commencing Term 1 2025
About the Role
As a senior leader in our school, the Assistant Principal collaborates closely with the Principal to guide and nurture the school community as a centre of faith, inclusion, and missionary discipleship. This pivotal role shares responsibility for steering the school's mission and vision, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Catholic learning and teaching experiences. The Assistant Principal achieves this through various key functions:
- Fostering a Faith Community – The Assistant Principal plays a crucial role in creating a vibrant faith community and inspiring leadership to foster a deep sense of spirituality and belief in Catholic values.
- Cultivating a Student-Centered Learning Culture – The Assistant Principal will spearhead the development of a contemporary, student-centered learning environment to drive positive change and continuous improvement in the school.
- Building Collaborative Partnerships – The Assistant Principal will foster and support these relationships, and contribute to the sense of belonging to the local Catholic community and parishes for our families and students.
- Advancing the Vision of Catholic Education: The Assistant Principal actively promotes and upholds the vision and mission of Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst
About You
We are looking for someone who is able to address the following selection criteria:
- The ability to develop and foster positive and productive relationships with students, staff and families in a complex and dynamic environment
- An excellent classroom teacher who demonstrates the capacity to innovate in order to meet their student’s needs
- The ability to professionally present to staff, students and parents in a variety of formats
- A sound understanding of high-quality curriculum and pedagogy, and capacity to lead staff in the ongoing formation of their pedagogical approach in the school
- Excellent organisational and communication skills, with demonstrated ability to work effectively in ensuring quality compliance with NESA and other regulatory bodies.
- A practising Catholic with active and regular commitment to the local Parish, or a demonstrated commitment to the Catholic ethos of the school
- Holds or is pursuing a Postgraduate Qualification in Education, Leadership, Theology or equivalent
- Meets the requirements of (Category E) in the Accreditation Policy to Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Bathurst Diocese
About Our Offer
- Values-based environment with a focus on spiritual growth and community
- Ongoing professional development and networking opportunities including an “Aspiring Prinicipals” program
- Collaborative leadership alongside the Principal and other educators
- Supportive work culture fostering teamwork and respect
About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.
St Joseph's School in Gilgandra, located in central western NSW, is a one-stream Kinder to Year 6 coeducational school with a rich history and strong traditions dating back to 1909 when we were founded by the Sisters of St Joseph. Our aim is to provide every child with the opportunity to reach their full potential in a loving and accepting environment centered around Christ. We are proud of our students' achievements in eisteddfods, concerts, sports, and their exceptional school spirit. Located in Gilgandra, a vibrant rural town on the Castlereagh River, our school enjoys strong connections with the parish, priests, and sisters.
Click here to find out more about St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School.
How to Apply
If you’re looking to make the next step in your education career, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you will be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:
- An updated CV/Resume and cover letter
- A separate document addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
- Contact details of appropriate referees
- All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)
Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 13 October 2024
Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.
Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting the school on (02) 6847 2828.
CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.
A valid Working with Children Check Number is required for this position
Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.
Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.