<p><strong>About Loreto Normanhurst</strong><br />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.<br /><br />Working at Loreto Normanhurst means belonging to a vibrant and supportive community of staff, students, parents and alumnae. We seek educators who share our commitment to the Loreto Normanhurst Student Growth Model (LNSGM) and are aligned with our School values.  Loreto Normanhurst offers a range of professional development opportunities to help our staff connect, grow and advance their careers, including cross faculty dedicated groups aimed to build pedagogy, workshops, courses and mentorship programs.<br /><br /><strong>About the Opportunity</strong><br />We welcome applications from highly effective educators to join our Team as Teacher of Social Science. The ideal candidate will play an integral role in fostering our student’s love for the social science subjects and develop excellence in the teaching of the social sciences across the school.<br /><br />This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on student learning and may include the opportunity to contribute to the faculty in a leadership position as an Assistant Head of Department.<br /><br />This is a permanent full-time role with a potential 0.1 FTE release and Level 1 Leadership Allowance (Assistant Head of Department role only) commencing Term 1, 2025.</p><ul><li>Teach Social Science subjects across all stages. Preferred experience in Legal Studies.</li><li>Establish positive relationships through team building and foster a positive learning environment amongst staff members.</li><li>Create a motivating and engaging learning environment that caters to the diverse needs of all students through varied teaching strategies and pedagogical practices.</li><li>Participate in the Loreto Normanhurst Student Growth Model, which may mean being part of an Integrated Learning Team.</li><li>Show a commitment to academic pastoral care and supporting student well-being.</li><li>If appointed to the Assistant Head of Department role, support the Head of Social Science in leading the Social Science Department to ensure that elements of holistic learning are evident across teaching programs.</li></ul><p><strong>The Ideal Candidate</strong></p><ul><li>Have a positive outlook, exceptional people skills and high emotional intelligence with demonstrated ability to build authentic, collaborative, and productive relationships.</li><li>Display commitment, professionalism, integrity, knowledge, and expertise.</li><li>Hold relevant education qualifications including a current NESA accreditation.</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge of the syllabus requirements and ability to meet the aims, objectives, and outcomes of the curriculum.</li><li>Demonstrate commitment to the values of a Catholic school in the tradition of Mary Ward, supporting and contributing to the development of the School’s values and culture.</li></ul><p><strong>Benefits we Offer</strong></p><ul><li>Fantastic opportunity to join a leading school with a strong culture of teamwork, collaboration and support.</li><li>Extensive professional development training and dedicated teacher planning time.</li><li>No Saturday Sport</li><li>Access to Flare Benefits with discounts to leading brands.</li><li>Onsite café and Staff Morning Tea every week.</li><li>Staff car park and close to public transport</li></ul><p>If you are passionate about social sciences and education and eager to grow professionally, we would love to hear from you.<br /><br /><strong>How do I apply?</strong><br /><i>Please address your application to Ms Ugonotti, the Principal, including your cover letter, a current CV and copies of relevant qualifications and NESA eTAMs Summary. More information about this role and how to apply can be found on the School’s website: www.loretonh.nsw.edu.au</i></p><p><strong>Closing Date – 10am Thursday 19 September 2024</strong><br /><strong> </strong> <br />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.  To create and maintain a child safe school, Loreto Normanhurst applies Child Safe Standards.<br /><br />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>