Deputy Principal - Primary

Holy Rosary School, Heathcote

HEATHCOTE, VIC 


Deputy / Assistant Head of School

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 9 December 2024


Are you ready to make a lasting impact on student wellbeing, behaviour, and learning outcomes? Holy Rosary School in Heathcote is seeking a passionate and visionary leader to step into the role of Deputy Principal – Behaviour Curriculum.

<p><strong>Are you ready to make a lasting impact on student wellbeing, behaviour, and learning outcomes?</strong></p><p>Holy Rosary School in Heathcote is seeking a passionate and visionary leader to step into the role of&nbsp;Deputy Principal – Behaviour Curriculum. This five-year fixed-term leadership position offers the chance to inspire a thriving school community just 30 minutes from Bendigo.</p><p>About the Role</p><p>As Deputy Principal, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping a positive, inclusive, and engaging school environment. Working closely with the Principal and leadership team, your focus will be on embedding a whole-school behaviour curriculum that supports academic excellence and student wellbeing.</p><p>In this role, you will:</p><ul><li>Lead the implementation of the School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS) framework.</li><li>Foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and high expectations across the school.</li><li>Oversee pastoral wellbeing initiatives, behaviour management, and student engagement strategies.</li><li>Act as Principal during their absence, ensuring the smooth management of school operations.</li><li>Drive evidence-informed approaches to professional development, staff capacity building, and conflict resolution.</li></ul><p>Why Join Holy Rosary?</p><p>At Holy Rosary, we are committed to nurturing the academic, social, and spiritual growth of every student. With a rich Catholic identity and strong community ties, our school provides a supportive environment where leaders can thrive.</p><p>This role offers the opportunity to:</p><ul><li>Lead innovative and meaningful change.</li><li>Work in a dynamic, faith-filled community.</li><li>Contribute to the mission of Catholic Education in a supportive and visionary school.</li></ul><p>About You</p><p>You are an experienced and compassionate leader, deeply committed to student success and wellbeing. You have:</p><ul><li>Current VIT registration</li><li>Proven experience in Catholic education leadership, with expertise in wellbeing and behaviour frameworks.</li><li>A commitment to living and promoting the values of Catholic Education.</li><li>Demonstrated understanding of child safe standards.</li><li>A forward-thinking mindset and the ability to inspire continuous improvement.</li></ul><p><strong>Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CES Ltd)</strong></p><p>CES Ltd is situated in Central and North Eastern Victoria, home to 52 Catholic schools educating&nbsp;19,750 students in large regional&nbsp;centres and small vibrant townships. We are committed to working in partnership with schools, students and families, providing innovation and excellence in education; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller vibrant communities where making people feel welcome is&nbsp;a speciality.</p><p><strong>Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety</strong></p><p>CES Ltd embrace diversity and social inclusion and encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.</p><p><i><strong>Please ensure your application includes a cover letter, resume and a document addressing the key selection criteria within the Position Description.</strong></i></p><p><i><strong>Applications close on 9 December 2024.</strong></i></p><p>If you are interested in learning more about Catholic Education Sandhurst or registering for future opportunities please visit our website <a href="https://careers.ceosand.catholic.edu.au/jobs/search">here.</a></p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.pageuppeople.com/1162/ton/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/492805/deputy-principal-primary">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>