About this job
Location: Young, NSW
Employment Type: Permanent
Employment Status: Full-time
Salary Range: $95,317 to $122,100 (based on skills and experience) plus $41,299 (NSW AP Promotional Allowance) plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.
Start Date: January 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 24 November 2024
About Hennessy Catholic College
At Hennessy Catholic College, we foster a vibrant and nurturing environment where students and teachers alike can thrive and grow together. We warmly welcome everyone into our inclusive community, creating a space where all feel supported and valued. Serving a diverse regional area, Hennessy is dedicated to delivering high-quality education in a safe and caring setting. As our student population continues to grow, we remain agile and responsive, ensuring we meet the evolving needs and aspirations of every student. Our commitment extends to supporting our staff, empowering them to inspire and lead with passion during this exciting time of expansion.
Hennessy Catholic College is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres
across ACT and NSW.
CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.
About the Role
As an Assistant Principal - Teaching and Learning, you will have the opportunity to join our collaborative leadership team, working closely with the Principal to drive strategic initiatives and foster an effective learning environment for all students. You will play a key role in shaping and implementing school goals and overseeing day-to-day operations by using data-informed decision-making to boost student achievement and well-being. As an Assistant Principal, you will be committed to monitoring progress, adapting strategies and promoting professional growth with staff and students, to ensure continuous improvement and a positive school culture.
Benefits and Opportunities
- A positive and collaborative workplace culture
- Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
- Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
- 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
- Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
- Support for professional development and study opportunities
- Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
- NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.
- Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registrations.
- Postgraduate qualification in Religious Education or Theological Studies or the willingness to undertake.
- Academic qualifications in addition to Initial Teacher Education (Master’s Degree or five-year equivalent).
Application Process
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description.
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.
Selection Criteria
- Proven leadership in developing Catholic identity and culture within schools, integrating values into all aspects of school life.
- Strong self-reflection, integrity, resilience, and emotional maturity to manage responsibilities effectively and navigate challenges with composure.
- Demonstrated effective leadership to collaborate with colleagues in the development and implementation of improvement strategies.
- Excellent communication skills to build relationships within the school and broader communities, fostering partnerships for mutual benefit.
- Promote an inclusive environment by integrating equity and diversity principles into school management to foster a culture where all individuals feel valued and respected.
- High-level communication to convey ideas with stakeholders to ensure collaboration and community engagement.
- Support ongoing staff development through robust performance management practices, ensuring a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth among educators.
Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.
Other Eligibility Criteria
- You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.
- Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.
For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here.
Position-specific queries: Please contact Kathy Holding on 02 6382 1486 or via email kathy.holding@cg.catholic.edu.au
Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au.
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