<p> <strong>YOUR ROLE</strong></p><p>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 MACS system, as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School. </p><p> </p><p><strong>ABOUT  ST.MARY’S THORNBURY</strong></p><p>The collaborative team at St. Mary&#39;s Thornbury seeks to inspire, support and empower the learning of all staff and students. It is a team committed to providing every student with an outstanding education, focussed on formation of the whole person, that has the intellectual, practical and moral excellence of learners at its heart. With a clear vison for the future, aims to create a professional learning environment that enhances the experience and leadership skills of teachers, enabling them to have a positive impact on students well-being and achievement.</p><p> </p><p><strong> ABOUT THE COMMUNITY</strong></p><p>Students at St. Mary’s are surrounded by families and staff who nurture and challenge them to grow. Our community continually seeks ways to support families and students on their journey through primary school. The Principal leads a team of approximately 30 employees and a student cohort of 162.</p><p>MACS is looking for a Principal who will actively engage with the community and grow school enrolments under their leadership.</p><p>*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.</p><p><strong>MANDATORY SELECTION CRITERIA</strong></p><ul><li>Is an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance ( inclusive of Saturday vigil).</li><li>Demonstrated unwavering commitment to the safety and wellbeing of students, families, and staff members in schools, in line with current community safety standards and expectations.</li><li>Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.</li><li>Shows a strong commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises health, safety and wellbeing for all staff, students, and those we interact with, including parents, carers, visitors, community members, contractors, and clergy.</li><li>Shows a strong commercial focus with proven results in enrolment growth, financial stability, and a commitment to risk mitigation.</li><li>Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.</li><li>Ability to demonstrate strong faith leadership informed by the Church’s teaching and local mission, and the animation of the school community’s faith journey effectively.</li><li>Proven Senior/Executive leadership experience within schools/education environment.</li><li>Proven ability to effectively manage resources including workplans aligned with strategic outcomes.</li><li>Exceptional interpersonal skills that enable working effectively and building connections with all members of the school, MACS office, parish, broader church, educational system, other schools, and educational authorities.</li><li>Sets 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.</li><li>A commitment to innovation and improvement across all aspects of achieving educational outcomes.</li><li>Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development that supports continuous learning.</li></ul><p><strong>HOW TO APPLY</strong> </p><p>Click <a href="https://cem.elmotalent.com.au/careers/careers/job/view/891" rel="nofollow">APPLY</a> to submit your application.</p><p>If you have any queries about this role, they can be directed to our team by email <a href="mailto:recruitment&#64;macs.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow"><u>principalappointments&#64;macs.vic.edu.au </u></a>.</p><p>All applicants are required to submit a copy of:</p><ol><li>Scanned and certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching registration.</li><li>Certified evidence of tertiary and further education qualifications, including accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic school as referred to in your resume.</li><li>Current resume</li><li>A cover letter addressing the key selection criteria limited to three pages</li><li>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’s capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria. Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently <strong><u>not </u></strong>employed in Victorian Catholic education.</li></ol><p>Note: MACS 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.</p><p>Candidates must hold full Australian working rights, and provide evidence of this.</p><p>All successful candidates will be required to complete a “Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration”</p><p>Note: MACS 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.</p><p>Candidates must hold full Australian Working Rights, and provide evidence of this.</p><p>All successful candidates will be required to complete a “Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration”</p><p>APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday 12 August 2024</p>