<p>We are currently ranked in the top 20 Catholic schools in New South Wales and the College is ranked as 6th in the top Catholic boys' schools in the State.</p> <p>We are immensely proud of the opportunities that are afforded to students here at St Patrick’s, with a robust co-curricular sporting and cultural program, excellence in learning and teaching, and faith formation and prayer life that assists in developing young men who are prepared for a dynamic world.&nbsp;</p> <p>At St Patrick's College, we believe great leadership is key when it comes to improving education, enriching learning experiences and maximising student outcomes. Commencing in&nbsp;Term 4, 2025, this is a tremendous opportunity to join our middle leadership team as the&nbsp;Head of Vocational Education and Training and lead a dynamic team.</p> <p><strong>3-year (2-point) Promotional Appointment (2025 - 2028) + full time permanent teaching position - commence&nbsp;Term 4, 2025</strong></p> <p>The Head of Vocational Educational and Training will oversee the implementation, development and promotion of the College's vocational education and training courses. &nbsp;This includes strategic leadership of the VET program and managing the day-to-day operations of all VET courses, including all VET administration to support the delivery of Hospitality subjects, Food and Beverage and Kitchen Operations and Cookery, Construction, Entertainment Industry and Sports Coaching. Further, the Head of VET manages all students studying EVET subjects (such as Real Estate) and any School Based Apprenticeships or Traineeships (SBATs).</p> <p>Reporting directly to the Director of Curriculum&nbsp;and a key member of the Curriculum Team, you will be focussed on building student capacity and knowledge by helping them prepare for further education, training, employment and lifelong learning.</p> <p>This is a 2-point paid position with extensive time release in recognition of the demands of coordinating this side of College life.</p> <p>This is a dynamic role requiring exceptional communication, interpersonal and organisational skills together with an ability to prioritise and work autonomously. With a focus on continuous improvement, you will inspire, motivate and lead the pursuit of excellence in the pedagogies of teaching, contemporary teaching methodologies, differentiation of the curriculum, learning and assessment, classroom management, and professional development strategies to build the capability and capacity of the team.</p> <p>To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate you satisfy the following selection criteria:</p> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>A working understanding of, and commitment to the Catholic ethos of a School in the Edmund Rice tradition.</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding of appropriate behaviours and professional boundaries that reflect child safeguarding values in practice.</li> <li>Experience in leading a professional team and able&nbsp;to provide proactive, high-quality leadership and management of a department.</li> <li>Qualified Secondary Teacher (note&nbsp;subject/s you are qualified to teach)&nbsp;with&nbsp;NESA Accreditation&nbsp;and approval to teach in NSW with at least five (5) years teaching experience.</li> <li>Demonstrated excellence as a classroom practitioner.</li> <li>The&nbsp;ability to drive student learning through a deep understanding of vocational education whilst ensuring reporting, monitoring and compliance requirements are met.</li> <li>Previous experience in leading the professional learning of educators.</li> <li>Previous experience in, or capacity to lead the process of planning, developing and implementing courses within the Industry Curriculum Frameworks.</li> <li>Ability to build strong partnerships with businesses, industries and employers to ensure training programs meet their requirements and offer students quality work-based learning opportunities via work placement, apprenticeships or internships.</li> <li>Expert knowledge of assessment and feedback with the ability to design and implement learning that caters for a diverse range of students.</li> <li>Ability to promote VET and TVET courses to students and families exploring potential future pathways.</li> <li>Exceptional communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Desirable Criteria</strong></p> <ul> <li>Postgraduate qualifications (in leadership, education, religious education or theology).</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to apply</strong></p> <p>To express your interest in joining our highly motivated professional staff, apply via the online ‘Career Application’ available on our website<a href="https://www.spc.nsw.edu.au/working-spc/working-spc-career-application/" rel="nofollow"><strong>&nbsp;Working at SPC | St Patrick's College Strathfield&nbsp;</strong></a></p> <p>Your application should consist of:</p> <p><strong>1.Cover letter</strong>&nbsp;(maximum two pages) that highlights your claim for the role and demonstrates your suitability&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>2.Current CV</strong>&nbsp;(maximum five pages) outlining your qualifications, experience and skills together with the contact information for three (3) referees (at least two must be from your current employer).</p> <p><i>All applications should be addressed to The Principal (MS Word and PDF attachments are preferred).</i></p> <p>We look forward to hearing how your capabilities, knowledge and experience make you the best person for this role.</p> <p>A working understanding of, and a commitment to the Catholic ethos of a school in the Edmund Rice tradition, a valid Working with Children clearance and participation in the co-curricular program, are essential conditions of employment.</p> <p>St Patrick’s College is a child safe and child-centred organisation, committed to the protection of children and has zero-tolerance of any abuse of children. It is our commitment to ensure that each and every child and young person under our care are kept safe and free from all forms of harm and abuse.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close 4:00 PM Wednesday 3 September 2025.</strong></p> <p>General inquiries may be directed to the Human Resources Adviser by phoning&nbsp;<strong>02 8705 9251</strong>.&nbsp;</p> <p>The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>St Patrick’s College is an equal opportunity employer. All recruitment and selection decisions are based solely on merit and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.&nbsp;</i></p> <p><i>We are committed to reconciliation and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.&nbsp;</i></p>