<p><strong>Location:</strong> St Francis Catholic College, Edmondson Park</p> <p>The Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders of education for the substantive Assistant Principal position at St Francis Catholic College, Edmondson Park. This position is available from the commencement of Term 3, 2025, however the start date is negotiable.&nbsp;</p> <p>St Francis Catholic College employs a structure of three Assistant Principals and this Assistant Principal position leads the <i>Religious Education, Identity and Mission</i> function across the whole school which covers Kindergarten to Year 12.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>WHY WORK WITH CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN THE DIOCESE OF WOLLONGONG</strong></p> <p><br> We provide our Assistant Principals with:</p> <ul> <li>Excellent professional &amp; leadership development programs, tailored to your needs</li> <li>A generous remuneration package</li> <li>An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education</li> <li>A platform to contribute to the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community</li> </ul> <p><strong>ABOUT THE SCHOOL</strong></p> <p>Located in Sydney’s South-West, St Francis Catholic College, Edmondson Park utilises an innovative K-12 model of faith, learning and wellbeing. The College is an associated school in the Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA) network of schools; a network which includes links to schools in the Edmund Rice tradition in India, Ireland &amp; Africa.&nbsp;</p> <p>St Francis Catholic College has been built on the charism and values of Blessed Edmund Rice and is committed to providing quality Catholic education in a safe and nurturing manner. The College motto, “Open Minds, Open Hearts” captures the essence of what is expected from all students and staff as they embrace their education and calling at St Francis.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>ABOUT YOU</strong></p> <p>To achieve success in the role, you will be someone who:</p> <ul> <li>Gives witness to the faith and contributes to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.</li> <li>Builds a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.</li> <li>Builds capacity through your own professional development and supporting staff by providing access to effective continual professional learning opportunities, giving regular feedback and managing performance.</li> <li>A comprehensive knowledge of the purpose of a Catholic school particularly in the tradition of the Edmund Rice charism and within the broader evangelising mission of the Catholic Church</li> <li>A well-articulated Catholic pedagogy and successful experience in creating an effective religious education learning environment for staff and students</li> <li>Acts strategically to drive school improvement initiatives aligned to the school’s vision and strategic plan.</li> <li>Ensures that school processes meet system, NESA and legislative requirements.</li> <li>Develops and maintains positive partnerships with students, families and carers, the local church and the wider school community.</li> </ul> <p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p> <ul> <li>Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline.</li> <li>Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School in accordance with the ‘Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong’ policy (or a commitment to acquiring within a 5 year period).</li> </ul> <p><strong>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</strong></p> <p>This role is classified as child related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.</p> <p><strong>POSITION APPLICATION</strong></p> <p>Applicants are to complete an online application which asks you to briefly address the essential criteria (the dot points in the ‘ABOUT YOU’ section of this position advertisement). Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2 pages in length.&nbsp;</p> <p>To confidentially discuss your application or general interest in this position please contact Brendan Hall, Team Leader - Talent Acquisition &amp; Employee Services on 0429 004 745.</p> <p>To submit your application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.</p> <p><strong>Applications Close: Sunday 22 June at 11:55pm.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p>