<p>At St Patrick's Primary School we foster curiosity, embrace creativity, develop critical thinking skills and empower students to take responsibility for their learning. Our teachers have high expectations for all learners to help them reach their highest potential. We offer students challenging and motivating learning experiences that build on prior knowledge and develop new skills and perspectives. St Patrick's is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The successful applicants will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>actively participate in St. Patrick's Professional Learning Community and work closely with colleagues</li> <li>display a sound understanding of evidence based Literacy programs and contemporary teaching approaches to Mathematics</li> <li>demonstrate knowledge about explicit teaching and structured literacy</li> <li>monitor and assess learners using data to plan for future success</li> <li>understand how learners learn and how best to meet their needs</li> <li>foster a safe and challenging learning environment that truly makes a difference for each student</li> </ul> <p>Prospective applicants are encouraged to visit the school website and view our &nbsp;Virtual Tour to see learning in action. Please forward any queries to the principal via the email below or contact through the office on 03 5368 9495.</p> <p><strong>Application Procedures</strong></p> <ul> <li>Applicants are invited to tour St. Patrick's or conduct a phone conversation with the principal prior to submitting application for employment</li> <li>Written applications on the attached enrolment application &nbsp;should be accompanied by a one page letter of application and a current CV that includes the names of at least 3 referees.</li> <li>All applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application for employment&nbsp;</li> <li>Successful applicants matching the criteria will be invited to an interview with panel in the fortnight following closing date</li> <li>The successful applicants for the position will be invited to participate in a school based Orientation Program &nbsp;prior to the conclusion of the 2025 school year</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Child Safety Statement It is an expectation that all staff will work to create a child safe environment where all children have the right to feel safe. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people at St Patrick's ’s Primary is the fundamental responsibility of all.&nbsp;</p> <p>Ministerial Order No. 1359</p>