<p>St Michael’s Primary School is a Catholic primary school located in Berwick with a current enrolment of 445 students. Established in 1962 under the guidance of the Presentation Sisters, the school caters for children within St Michael’s Parish and serves families who wish their children to be educated in an environment where the Catholic faith and values are lived and experienced within an educational setting. </p><p>St Michael’s is an authentically Catholic learning community that provides the very best opportunities for its young people. The School, one of three primary schools in St Michael’s Parish, boasts vibrant, modern classrooms that are well-appointed and resourced.</p><p><strong>About the role</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Classification:</strong> Position of Leadership Level 2 </li><li><strong>Tenure: </strong>2 years</li><li><strong>Start Date:</strong> 28 January 2025</li></ul><p>St Michael’s Primary School, Berwick seeks a faith-filled, inspirational and dynamic leader to work in partnership with our staff, students, and parent community. </p><p>The position of Learning Diversity Leader oversees the early identification and provision of assistance and support to students with additional learning needs at St Michael’s Primary School. </p><p>The Learning Diversity Leader will build capacity within teachers for improved student learning outcomes through expert teacher practice, with a particular focus on the use of appropriate learning adjustments.</p><p>The role of the MHiPS is to build the capability of the whole school concerning mental health and wellbeing (identification, promotion and prevention), provide support to staff to better identify and support students with mental health needs, establish clear pathways for referral for students requiring assessment and intervention, and monitor and evaluate student progress. </p><p>The role is specifically established as a coordination function to support educators in the classroom and to provide a crucial link to resources external to the school.</p><p>Both roles will involve working closely with the Principal, Deputy Principal/Learning and Teaching and the Leadership Team for the strategic deployment of resources, which reflect the following key priorities:</p><ul><li>Improved learning outcomes for all students</li><li>Strengthening and development of expert teacher practice, leadership formation and capacity building</li></ul><p>We are seeking a suitably qualified applicant with a record of leadership. The position will initially be offered on a fixed-term basis for two years, with the opportunity for renewal. The successful applicant will be offered ongoing employment at the school from Term 1, 2025. </p><p><strong>Our benefits include:</strong></p><ul><li>Salary increases each January and July (Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022)</li><li>Annual salary incremental progression, 1 May</li><li>Annual leave loading</li><li>Salary Packaging</li><li>Flexible leave day</li><li>Parental leave – 16 weeks</li><li>Parental leave superannuation up to 52 weeks</li><li>Various leave options are available </li><li>Time in lieu</li><li>The latest IT and resources in each classroom</li></ul><p>At St Michael’s Primary School, we look forward to nurturing independent, motivated and lifelong learners through an inclusive, personalised and safe environment.</p><p>Role Classification: Position of Leadership POL 2 in accordance with the <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QwcmeBrHaihkk85PT0khfTW_N4uGQ2iH/view" rel="nofollow"><i>Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022</i></a>.</p><p>The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.</p><p><strong>Application Procedures</strong></p><p>Please contact Mr Mark Linden (Principal) on 8794 2400 or <a href="mailto:principal&#64;stmberwick.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">principal&#64;stmberwick.catholic.edu.au</a> for enquiries.</p><p>Applications should include a cover letter and a completed Application Form.</p><p>Applications are to be sent via email to Mr Mark Linden <a href="mailto:principal&#64;stmberwick.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">principal&#64;stmberwick.catholic.edu.au</a> </p><p><strong>Closing date for applications: Monday 21 October 2024 at 5.00 pm.</strong></p>