Heads of Learning - Religious Education (POL2/3)

Penola Catholic College is a Catholic, co-educational regional Secondary College in the Josephite tradition. Established in 1995 and set on 27 acres over two campuses, it serves the North - Western region of Melbourne.

Closing date September 30, 2024
LocationBroadmeadows VIC, Australia
Type Full-Time
Status Permanent

About this job

  • Real Life Learning
  • A welcoming and supportive working environment
  • Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Penola Catholic College has recently completed a review of our Positions of Leadership (POL) structure to ensure we have strong, strategic leadership within a culture of innovation and high expectations. Following this review, we have a fantastic opportunity for two experienced and highly skilled Heads of Learning – Religious Education (POL2/3) to join Penola Catholic College from 2025 to 2027.

As the Head of Learning (HOL) – Religious Education you will provide support to teachers within the Religious Education Learning Area and will work in collaboration with the HOL on the other Campus.

As the HOL – Religious Education you will ensure the establishment of explicit high standards for learning in the religious education learning area. You will be committed to the implementation of best teaching practice and learning programs which meet the needs of every learner. You will work with the religious education’s team members, providing direction, ensuring the implementation of best practice in teaching, quality learning programs and managing resources, to improve student learning outcomes.

Please note an ongoing teaching appointment is attached to the position.

About You

To be successful you will have a passion for learning, be an excellent classroom teacher, display innovative and inspiring classroom practices and be well versed in contemporary educational pedagogy. You will be able to demonstrate and model contemporary teaching practice: understanding how students ‘learn best’. You will also have a demonstrated knowledge of the Australian curriculum frameworks and have a demonstrated capacity to provide leadership that is characterised by a desire for continuous improvement, lateral thinking and innovation, holding team members to account where necessary. You will also be registered with VIT.

You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.

Why Work With Us

We will provide you with:

  • A welcoming and supportive working environment
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students

Please review the Position Description for further information.

Applications close 4pm Monday 30 September 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and an appointment may be made prior to the closing date.

About Penola Catholic College

Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students.

We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.

How to Apply

Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted by clicking on Apply.

All applications must include the following documents:

  1. Cover letter and
  2. Resume

Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.

For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit www.penola.vic.edu.au.

Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.

Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.