<p>Loreto Normanhurst is a leading Catholic, independent day and boarding school for girls in Years 5-12. Working at Loreto Normanhurst means being part of a caring, faith-filled community rich in history and innovation, where professionalism and commitment to excellence are valued in every role.</p> <p>An exciting new opportunity exists for a committed person of faith to lead formation across the&nbsp;School&nbsp;community. This significant role will shape meaningful experiences that deepen engagement with the Catholic faith, Ignatian spirituality and the Loreto charism, helping students, staff,&nbsp;parents&nbsp;and&nbsp;alumnae&nbsp;understand,&nbsp;live&nbsp;and carry forward the Loreto mission.&nbsp;</p> <p>The role is permanent full time and will commence in Term 4, 2026 or to be mutually agreed.</p> <p><strong>The Role</strong></p> <ul> <li>Lead the School’s Formation Framework, designing,&nbsp;implementing&nbsp;and evaluating a coherent continuum of formation for students and staff grounded in the Gospel, Ignatian spirituality, the Loreto&nbsp;charism&nbsp;and the educational vision of Mary Ward.&nbsp;</li> <li>Design and&nbsp;facilitate&nbsp;engaging formation experiences, retreats, reflection opportunities and professional learning for students, staff, parents and&nbsp;alumnae, fostering dialogue, discernment, spiritual&nbsp;growth&nbsp;and&nbsp;a strong sense&nbsp;of belonging.&nbsp;</li> <li>Develop staff capacity to understand,&nbsp;articulate&nbsp;and promote the distinctive Catholic identity,&nbsp;mission&nbsp;and tradition of Loreto education, working collaboratively across teaching,&nbsp;learning&nbsp;and the broader School experience.&nbsp;</li> <li>Coordinate formation associated with significant Loreto traditions and celebrations, lead the daily prayer life of the&nbsp;School, and develop resources that bring the Loreto story and the legacy of Mary Ward to life.&nbsp;</li> <li>Lead the design and delivery of student retreats, including the Senior Retreat and Kairos Retreats, and coordinate key formation initiatives including the Annual Staff Spirituality Day and Ignatian Interschools Forum.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Qualifications, Skills and Experience</strong></p> <ul> <li>Must hold a valid Working with Children Check.&nbsp;</li> <li>A qualified secondary teacher with&nbsp;a current NESA accreditation.</li> <li>A committed person of faith who can give authentic witness to the Gospel and contribute positively to the Catholic and Loreto life of the&nbsp;School.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding of the Gospel vision, Ignatian spirituality and the Loreto charism.&nbsp;</li> <li>Demonstrated understanding of formation as a lifelong journey of personal,&nbsp;spiritual&nbsp;and professional growth, with the ability to&nbsp;accompany&nbsp;and support students, staff,&nbsp;parents&nbsp;and&nbsp;alumnae.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience in planning, coordinating,&nbsp;facilitating&nbsp;and evaluating meaningful formation experiences, retreats, reflection&nbsp;opportunities&nbsp;and professional learning.&nbsp;</li> <li>Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively and inspire a diverse range of audiences.&nbsp;</li> <li>Strong organisational and digital skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, coordinate multiple events and programs, administer&nbsp;budgets&nbsp;and meet deadlines with professionalism and attention to detail.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Please contact <a href="mailto:recruitment@loretonh.nsw.edu.au?subject=Head%20of%20Formation%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">recruitment@loretonh.nsw.edu.au</a> for the role description.</p> <p><strong>Why Work at Loreto Normanhurst</strong></p> <ul> <li>Access a range of professional learning and staff development opportunities to support your career.&nbsp;</li> <li>Experience a collaborative, supportive and values‑driven workplace that celebrates staff achievements.&nbsp;</li> <li>Benefit from our comprehensive Staff Wellbeing Program, including access to the Fitness Passport, onsite Pilates and wellness initiatives designed to support work–life balance.&nbsp;</li> <li>Enjoy onsite parking and the convenience of our School Café.</li> </ul> <p>Applicants must submit a cover letter addressed to Ms Ugonotti, the Principal, together with their CV and copies of relevant certifications. More information about this role, including a position description is available on the School’s Employment and Careers page:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.loretonh.nsw.edu.au/employment-and-careers/career-opportunities/" rel="nofollow">https://www.loretonh.nsw.edu.au/employment-and-careers/career-opportunities/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Closing Date – 10am Friday 11 September 2026</strong></p> <p>All staff are expected to actively support the Catholic, and specifically Loreto, ethos of the school. Loreto Normanhurst supports the rights of children and young people and is committed to providing a safe and supportive environment directed at ensuring their safety and wellbeing.&nbsp; To create and maintain a child safe school, Loreto Normanhurst applies Child Safe Standards.</p> <p>The successful applicant will be required to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check from the Office of the Children’s Guardian.</p>