<p>At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: <i>MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World</i>.&nbsp;</p> <p>It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - <i><strong>MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World</strong></i> that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found <a href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/About-Us/our-strategy.aspx" rel="nofollow">here</a>.&nbsp;</p> <p>The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand <a href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/MelbourneArchdioceseCatholicSchools/media/About-Us/Policies/conduct/Code-of-Conduct-for-MACS-Staff-Booklet.pdf" rel="nofollow">the Code</a> and model the behaviours that are expected of us.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT ST MARY’S SCHOOL MANSFIELD</strong></p> <p>St. Mary’s School is situated in the rural Victorian town of Mansfield, which is two hundred kilometres northeast of Melbourne. The local economy is based on tourism and primary production. The environment has Mount Buller and Lake Eildon as its main assets. The community is a monocultural one with many families being attached to the local area for generations. Most families have cultural roots in Anglo-Saxon traditions and many families have moved to the area because of the lifestyle. Mansfield is a large rural town with a connected and supportive community.</p> <p>St Mary’s is the sole Catholic Primary school in Mansfield. &nbsp;The school is seen as a focus for the Catholic community in the area and Mass is celebrated in the church building on site.</p> <p>St Mary’s provides a strong foundation for their students intellectual, physical, social, moral and spiritual development. By providing a supportive and nurturing environment, the school contributes to the development of a student's sense of self-worth, enthusiasm for learning, and optimism for the future. The school actively follows the MACS Vision for Instruction.</p> <p><strong>ABOUT THE COMMUNITY</strong></p> <p>The aim of the school community is to ensure that all children are encouraged to achieve and work to the best of their ability and to feel safe and happy while they are at St Mary’s. The values that the school embraces are informed by the gospel teachings, and they encourage their students to treat each other with fairness and kindness.</p> <p>St Mary’s school encourages an active involvement with the Parish and local community through involvement in St Vincent De Paul fundraising, Working Bees and Sport and Physical Fitness&nbsp;activities including snow skiing at Mt Buller.</p> <p>Parental involvement is always welcomed, actively encouraged and valued. Some of the ways parents are involved may include School advisory council, parents &amp; friends association, fundraising and excursions.</p> <p>The community continually seeks ways to support families and students on their journey through primary school.</p> <p>The Principal and its dedicated staff lead a student cohort of 141.</p> <p>MACS is looking for a Principal who will demonstrate the ability to be transparent, fair and consistent in a rural Community while balancing tradition and openness to new opportunities.&nbsp;</p> <p>*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.</p> <p><strong>KEY SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p> <ul> <li>Evidence of strong faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance, whilst being informed by the Church's teaching and local mission.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.</li> <li>Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees, students, parish, broader church, educational system, other schools, and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.</li> <li>Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability, and a commitment to risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources within a regularly monitored, evidence-based strategic plan.</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.</li> <li>Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of an engaging education that provides multiple pathways and options for positive outcomes for young people.</li> <li>Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development, championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong></p> <p>Please refer to the <a href="https://cem.elmotalent.com.au/uploads/cem/files/Position%20Description-Principal-September%202024%2830%29.pdf" rel="nofollow"><u>position description</u></a> for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.</p> <p>Click APPLY to submit your application.</p> <p>If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our team by email <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:principalappointments@macs.vic.edu.au?subject=Principal%20-%20St%20Mary%27s%20School%2C%20Mansfield%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>principalappointments@macs.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Principal%20-%20St%20Mary%27s%20School%2C%20Mansfield%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><u></u></a><u><a href="mailto:principalappointments@macs.vic.edu.au?subject=Principal%20-%20St%20Mary%27s%20School%2C%20Mansfield%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principalappointments@macs.vic.edu.au</a></u></p> <p>All applicants are required to submit a copy of:</p> <ol> <li>Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including current criminal history check)</li> <li>Certified evidence of academic qualifications – inclusive of tertiary qualifications, academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Master’s degree or five-year equivalent) and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.</li> <li>Current resume</li> <li>Cover letter</li> <li>Document addressing the key selection criteria limited to four to five pages. Please include your response to the additional Key Selection Criteria question. *** Demonstrate the ability to be transparent, fair and consistent in a rural Community while balancing tradition and openness to new opportunities.***</li> <li>The names and contact details of three referees including the Catholic Priest of the Parish you attend. These referees will be required to make relevant verbal responses regarding the applicant’s capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria.</li> <li>Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently <strong><u>not </u></strong>employed in Victorian Catholic education.</li> </ol> <p>Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire, and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check.</p> <p>Candidates must hold full Australian working rights, and provide evidence of this.</p> <p>All successful candidates will be required to complete a “Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration”</p> <p><u>Privacy Collection Notice – Job Applicants</u></p> <p>MACS collects your Personal information to assess your application and suitability for employment.&nbsp; By submitting your Personal information, you consent to the use and disclosure of your Personal information for the purpose of being considered for employment at MACS.&nbsp; Applicants can withdraw their applications at any time during the recruitment process</p> <p>For further details, please see the full Privacy Collection Notice <a href="https://www.macs.vic.edu.au/MelbourneArchdioceseCatholicSchools/media/About-Us/Policies/Privacy-Collection-Notice-Job-Applicants.pdf" rel="nofollow"><u>here</u></a></p> <p>COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1 January 2026</p> <p>APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday, 21 July 2025</p>