<ul><li>Real Life Learning</li><li>A welcoming and supportive working environment</li><li>Opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students</li></ul><p>Penola Catholic College has recently completed a review of our Positions of Leadership (POL) structure to ensure we have strong, strategic leadership within a culture of innovation and high expectations. Following this review, we have a fantastic opportunity for experienced and highly skilled Head of Learning – Vocational Major (POL3) to join Penola Catholic College from 2025 to 2027.</p><p>As the Head of Learning (HOL) – Vocational Major you will provide support to teachers within the Vocational Major Learning Area. </p><p>As the HOL – Vocational Major you will ensure the establishment of explicit high standards for learning in the vocational major learning area. You will be committed to the implementation of best teaching practice and learning programs which meet the needs of every learner. You will work with the vocational major team members, providing direction, ensuring the implementation of best practice in teaching, quality learning programs and managing resources, to improve student learning outcomes.</p><p>Please note an ongoing teaching appointment is attached to the position.</p><p><strong>About You</strong></p><p>To be successful you will have a passion for learning, be an excellent classroom teacher, display innovative and inspiring classroom practices and be well versed in contemporary educational pedagogy. You will be able to demonstrate and model contemporary teaching practice: understanding how students ‘learn best’. You will also have a demonstrated knowledge of the Australian curriculum frameworks and have a demonstrated capacity to provide leadership that is characterised by a desire for continuous improvement, lateral thinking and innovation, holding team members to account where necessary. You will also be registered with VIT.</p><p>You will also have a demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and to the safety and wellbeing of children.</p><p><strong>Why Work With Us</strong></p><p>We will provide you with:</p><ul><li>A welcoming and supportive working environment</li><li>Competitive salary</li><li>Opportunities for professional development</li><li>An opportunity to make a real difference in the development and lives of students</li></ul><p>Please review the Position Description for further information.</p><p><i><strong>Applications close 4pm Tuesday 10 September 2024.</strong></i></p><p><strong>About Penola Catholic College</strong></p><p>Penola Catholic College is a co-educational college for students from years 7-12 with two campuses in the Northern suburbs of Melbourne. College campuses are situated in Glenroy, which caters for years 7 and 8, and the senior campus in Broadmeadows that features years 9 to 12 and a total college enrolment of approximately 1,500 students. </p><p>We provide students with real life learning opportunities and experiences that will prepare them for the “business of living”.</p><p><strong>How to Apply</strong></p><p>Applications should be addressed to the Principal and submitted by via our <a href="http://jobboards.adlogic.com.au/penola/job-details/query/9375922" rel="nofollow">Online Portal.</a></p><p>All applications must include the following documents:</p><ol><li>Cover letter and</li><li>Resume </li></ol><p>Failure to provide these documents may result in your application not being considered.</p><p>For further information about Penola Catholic College please visit <a href="http://www.penola.vic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">www.penola.vic.edu.au</a>.</p><p>Penola Catholic College is an equal opportunity employer that promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.</p><p>Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.</p>