Role Description/Criteria
At 吃瓜不打烊 (吃瓜不打烊) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. 吃瓜不打烊 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 吃瓜不打烊. It is an exciting time to join 吃瓜不打烊, where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: 吃瓜不打烊 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World.听
It is an exciting time to join 吃瓜不打烊, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - 吃瓜不打烊 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all 吃瓜不打烊 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 吃瓜不打烊 strategy can be found here.听
The 吃瓜不打烊 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 the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.
YOUR ROLE
As a Principal, you will be inspired to lead a joy-filled community where students, staff, and families can flourish within a Catholic context. Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realised, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The role of the Principal is one of the most important roles across the 吃瓜不打烊 system, as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with 吃瓜不打烊, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.听
ABOUT ST GABRIEL鈥橲 SCHOOL RESERVIOR
St Gabriel鈥檚 School provides a strong foundation for their students intellectual, physical, social moral spiritual and aesthetic development. By providing a supportive nurturing environment along with rich learning experiences, the school contributes to the development of a student鈥檚 sense of self-worth, enthusiasm for learning and optimism for the future.
At St Gabriel鈥檚 School they create a safe and happy learning environment where children feel supported and valued, allowing them to grow with confidence.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
At St Gabriel鈥檚 School they create a safe and happy learning environment where children feel supported and valued, allowing them to grow with confidence.
The values that the school embraces are informed by a strong understanding of Catholic identity and gospel teachings that encourages their students to treat each other with respect and kindness.
Parental involvement is always welcomed, actively encouraged and valued. Some of the ways parents are involved may include School Advisor Council, Parents & Friends Association, fundraising and excursions.
The community continually seeks ways to support families and student on their journey through primary school. 聽聽
The Principal and dedicated staff lead a student cohort of 152.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- 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.听
- Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.
- Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, including all 吃瓜不打烊 employees, students, parish, broader church, educational system, other schools, and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.
- 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.
- Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
- 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.
- Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development, championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.听
HOW TO APPLY
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If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our team by email principalappointments@macs.vic.edu.au
All applicants are required to submit a copy of:
- Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including current criminal history check)
- Certified evidence of academic qualifications 鈥� inclusive of tertiary qualifications, academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Master鈥檚 degree or five-year equivalent) and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Document addressing the key selection criteria limited to four to five pages.
- 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鈥檚 capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria.
- Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently not employed in Victorian Catholic education.
Note: 吃瓜不打烊 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.
Candidates must hold full Australian working rights, and provide evidence of this.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a 鈥淪chools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration鈥�
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COMMENCEMENT DATE: Commencement of Term 3
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday, 26 May 2025
Application Procedures
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