<p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p> <p><br> St Brigid’s Primary School Ballan is seeking a passionate and exemplary educator for the role of Deputy Principal commencing in 2026. This new position reflects our school’s continued growth in enrolments and provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the next stage of our journey.</p> <p>The Deputy Principal will play a vital leadership role in promoting the mission and vision of our Catholic Primary School, grounded in Gospel values and Catholic tradition. As a key member of the School Leadership Team, the Deputy Principal will work in close partnership with the Principal to lead a dynamic learning community committed to excellence in faith development, learning and teaching,&nbsp; student wellbeing and community engagement.</p> <p>This Deputy Principal position will be paired with an additional leadership portfolio, to be determined in alignment with the successful applicant’s strengths and expertise. This role may, at times, include a small teaching component.</p> <p>This position is a three year fixed term position (underpinned by an ongoing teaching position), with a second period of appointment.&nbsp;</p> <p>St Brigid’s is a child-safe organisation and regards the safety of all children as paramount to our core beliefs.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p> <p><i>Spiritual and Faith Leadership</i></p> <ul> <li>Actively support and model the Catholic ethos and mission of the school</li> <li>Demonstrate capacity to lead staff through formation, witness and action, to enhance the Catholic identity of the school</li> <li>Demonstrate personal faith commitment</li> <li>Collaborate with the Principal, Religious Education Leader and Parish Priest to support liturgical celebrations and events<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i>Educational Leadership</i></p> <ul> <li>Promote a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement and evidence-based practice</li> <li>Actively collaborate with the leadership team in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the school’s curriculum and assessment practices</li> <li>Foster innovative and effective learning &amp; teaching practices aligned with current educational research and Catholic Education priorities</li> <li>Lead professional learning and enhance teacher capacity<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i>Staff Leadership and Development</i></p> <ul> <li>Mentor and support staff in their professional and spiritual growth</li> <li>Contribute to staff performance development, goal-setting and feedback processes</li> <li> <p>Assist in the induction and support of new staff</p> <p>&nbsp;</p></li> </ul> <p><i>Student Wellbeing and Engagement</i></p> <ul> <li>Promote a safe, inclusive and positive learning environment for all students</li> <li>Lead the development and implementation of student wellbeing initiatives</li> <li>Support pastoral care practices that align with Catholic values and restorative principles<br> &nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><i>Organisational and Strategic Leadership</i></p> <ul> <li>Assist in the daily operational management of the school, including staffing, timetabling, supervision and emergency procedures</li> <li>Contribute to the development of the Strategic Improvement Plan, policy development and implementation</li> <li>Represent the school in professional networks and community forums</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Leadership Portfolio:</strong></p> <p>In addition to the responsibilities listed above, the Deputy Principal will undertake an additional leadership portfolio, negotiated based on the successful candidate’s experience, expertise and passions. Applicants are requested to outline areas of expertise in the application process.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The successful applicant will:</strong></p> <ul> <li>demonstrate a commitment to Catholic education&nbsp;</li> <li>demonstrate a commitment to the safety and wellbeing of all children</li> <li>possess the skills and abilities necessary to provide students with a rich and rewarding educational experience</li> <li>embrace a collegial, team-based approach to teaching and learning</li> <li>demonstrate enthusiasm and the ability to deliver the appropriate curriculum, catering to a diverse range of student abilities and learning needs</li> <li>provide care and support for students while upholding and respecting the ethos, values, and environment of the school</li> <li>have accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School or a commitment to obtain accreditation</li> <li>have a current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong></p> <p>The successful applicant will demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>a strong commitment to the Catholic ethos and Catholic Identity of the school</li> <li>experience in educational leadership, including the ability to lead teams, inspire others and manage change</li> <li>the capacity to develop and maintain an engaging and safe learning environment to ensure the dignity of the whole child</li> <li>a sound understanding of contemporary and effective learning and teaching practices</li> <li>a commitment to ongoing school and personal professional growth</li> <li>highly developed interpersonal, communication and organisational skills</li> <li>a strong ability&nbsp;to communicate positively and effectively with all stakeholders in the school community and have high expectations for all students</li> <li>a high standard of competency and proficiency in classroom practice</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>minimum of five years teaching experience</li> <li>evidence of effective skills and knowledge in contemporary learning and teaching</li> <li>previous experience in a leadership position (formal and informal)</li> <li>evidence of working towards personal learning goals to improve professional practice and leadership skills</li> <li>effective participation and contribution to performance and development culture</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Application Procedure:</strong></p> <p>Applications need to include:</p> <ul> <li>cover letter detailing the applicant’s experience</li> <li>completed application for Employment form</li> <li>response to the Key Selection Criteria</li> <li>current CV</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Applications are to be addressed to the Principal, Jayne Bosworth and emailed to:</p> <p><a href="mailto:administration@sbballan.catholic.edu.au?subject=Deputy%20Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">administration@sbballan.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Applications close Wednesday 17th September, 2025</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><i>St Brigid’s Primary School, Ballan is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</i></p>