Leader of RE Curriculum 7-12 - Liverpool

Sydney Catholic Schools (see more jobs from this school)

Sydney, NSW 


Curriculum / Learning

Teaching Subject: Religious Studies / Studies of Religion

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 26 May 2024



<p><strong>Leader of RE Curriculum 7-12 | K-12 | 2168 students</strong><br><strong><a href="https://ascc.syd.catholic.edu.au/">All Saints Catholic College, Liverpool</a></strong><br><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Immediate or by negotiation<br><strong>Closing Date:</strong> Sunday, 26 May 2024<br><strong>Contract Type:</strong> Permanent, full-time<br> <br><strong>About our School</strong><br><br>All Saints Catholic College is the biggest Catholic school in the Sydney Archdiocese, and we are currently recruiting a permanent Leader of RE Curriculum 7-12. We are an innovative and creative learning community set across two campuses, Liverpool and Casula. Personal growth is nurtured through positive relationships between our students and staff ensuring we live out our College motto Inspired by Christ.. <br> <br><strong>Why work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br> <br>In joining <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/about-us">Sydney Catholic Schools</a> (SCS), you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.<br> <br>SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 18 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.<br> <br>In addition, we offer:</p> <ul> <li>a competitive salary range - $113,476 - $150,576 per annum plus superannuation</li> <li>salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>flexible working arrangements</li> <li>discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About you</strong><br> <br>The Leader of RE Curriculum 7-12 forms part of the middle leadership team. The position is co-responsible with the Pastor, Principal and other Catholic lay leaders for the evangelising and catechising mission of the Church within an educational context. Reporting to the Dean of Mission, the Instructional Leader plays a vital role in ensuring that the SCS values of empathy, excellence, truth, curiosity and collaboration are drivers for establishing a thriving Catholic community.<br><br>The Leader of RE Curriculum 7-12 is responsible for leading schoolwide excellence in pedagogical, curriculum and assessment practices and supporting the implementation of new pedagogies for learning in their key learning area(s). <br> <br>This is a 3 point Coordinator position across both campuses, a driver's licence and mode of transport is essential.<br><br>To be considered for this role, you must have experience demonstrating that you can deliver in the following areas:</p> <ul> <li>promoting and implementing Sydney Catholic Schools' mission and vision; To know and love Christ through learning, and thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching and learning</li> <li>supporting the leadership of a school-wide culture of excellence, informed decision-making, and collaborative practice</li> <li>working with the leadership team in implementing a range of improvement strategies to ensure effective strategic change</li> <li>actively promoting the integration of Catholic values and Catholic Social Teaching across the curriculum</li> <li>ensuring consistency of teaching practice and shared teacher judgement drives assessment</li> <li>demonstrating exemplary classroom teaching practice in their curriculum speciality</li> <li>cultivating a contemporary and effective learning culture</li> <li>developing and implementing effective and evidence-based professional learning to build the capacity of teachers</li> <li>ensuring evaluation of teaching and teachers' goal setting related to performance and monitoring performance goal achievement</li> <li>leading and collaborating within a culture of ongoing growth and improvement</li> <li>demonstrating organisational, management and leadership skills</li> <li>analysing data and trends within the school to identify areas for growth</li> <li>actively promoting the relationship between student wellbeing and learning growth</li> <li>contributing to a 'network approach' that promotes the reciprocal benefits of school system partnerships in the specific curriculum area.</li> </ul> <p>You will have attained the following:</p> <ul> <li>must be a qualified teacher and accredited with NESA at the Proficient level or higher</li> <li>Category C Accreditation per the <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools">Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Sydney Catholic Schools policy</a> or working towards</li> <li>a Category D Accreditation (Teach Religious Education) per the policy '<a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools">Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Sydney Catholic Schools policy</a></li> <li>is a baptised Catholic with demonstrated evidence of ongoing commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church and engagement in the life of a Catholic faith community</li> <li>a current driver's licence and fully registered and insured motor vehicle with a preparedness to travel between the campuses of the All Saints community.</li> </ul> <p>Desirable:</p> <ul> <li>a Postgraduate degree in Education or another discipline</li> <li>willingness to gain Category E Accreditation (Senior Leader) per the Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Sydney Catholic Schools policy.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br> <br>Submit your application via the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to complete.<br> <br>To complete the application process you will need to attach the following:</p> <ul> <li>current CV</li> <li>cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts</li> <li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/134Gu9izimlv9lrSXf0l4T4BtLWh789OD/view">Parish Priest Reference</a>.</li> </ul> <p>For any enquiries, please contact the Mission and Identity team by emailing <a href="mailto:mi.appointments@syd.catholic.edu.au">mi.appointments@syd.catholic.edu.au</a>.<br> <br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong><br><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1moHWv3A7WHapPQqPo5_J5QWsAk0pAJzi/view">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br> <br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong><br>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br> <br><em>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</em><br> </p>