<p><strong>About the College</strong></p><p>Parade College is a member of the national body of Catholic schools known as Edmund Rice Education Australia (EREA). The College aims to help young people grow into well-rounded individuals who will make a meaningful contribution to society. In a vibrant learning community, students are encouraged to explore and develop their talents to the fullest and aim for excellence in all their endeavours.</p><p>As a long-standing Catholic school in the Edmund Rice tradition, Parade College strives to be a learning community that offers best practice education and pastoral care to its students to foster fullness of life and holistic growth for all. </p><p>Parade College is the oldest Edmund Rice School in Australia, dating back to 1871, and has a proud history of excellence in the education and pastoral care. Parade offers a multitude of curriculum options for students, whatever their interest may be; from academic, sporting, music, visual arts and trade options.</p><p>The College is pleased to announce, our VCE Vocational Major (VCE VM) program at Parade College will become co-educational in 2025. The College will welcome full-time female student enrolments for the first time in our long history, into Year 11 in 2025.  Starting in Term 1 2025, our VCE Vocational Major program, based at our Preston campus, will be expanding our student offerings by introducing a new Tertiary Pathways Program. The Tertiary Pathways Program will include a second stream of our highly successful Sport Academy, along with a new Business Academy. Both academies will provide a bespoke educational opportunity that will allow students to gain direct entry into a number of undergraduate tertiary courses at La Trobe University upon completion of the two-year course.  <i>(This exciting co-educational initiative is subject to final approval by VRQA)</i></p><p>The professional environment for staff at Parade College emphasises innovation, the importance of lifelong learning and quality relationships between staff, students and the College community.<br /> </p><p><strong>The Position</strong></p><p>Applications are invited from suitably qualified, highly motivated and innovative leaders with excellent organisational skills and a passion for Catholic Education in the Edmund Rice Tradition and the safety and wellbeing of children, for the Dean of VCE Vocational Major position.</p><p>The Dean of VCE Vocational Major provides vision, inspiration, encouragement and assistance to all members of staff, providing support to the Leadership Team of the College and acting under their direction. She/he is expected to demonstrate excellence in the knowledge, understanding and research in the enhanced VCE Vocational Major program.</p><p>In consultation with the Assistant Principal Teaching and Learning, the Dean of VCE Vocational Major is responsible for the implementation and development of the Vocational Major courses at the College, including the College Sports Academy.</p><p>The leadership appointment is for a three year term, with an ongoing teaching position associated with this appointment. This leadership position attracts a generous Position of Leadership Allowance and time release per cycle.</p><p>Please view the <a href="http://www.parade.vic.edu.au/siteassets/Files/Employment/Dean-of-VCE-Vocational-Major.pdf" rel="nofollow">Position Description </a>for further details about the role and the selection criteria.</p><p><strong>Application Requirements</strong></p><p>In preparing an application, please read the advertisement and position description carefully to ensure that you can demonstrate your ability to meet the position requirements and have a good understanding of the role.</p><p>To apply, please visit the <a href="https://www.parade.vic.edu.au/school/employment" rel="nofollow">College website</a> Employment page, click ‘APPLY’ and follow the prompts.</p><p>Applications must include:</p><ul><li>a <strong>covering letter</strong> addressing the <strong>Key Selection Criteria</strong> addressing your skills, qualifications and experience relevant to the role; together with</li><li>a current <strong>Curriculum Vitae</strong>.</li></ul><p>For enquiries please contact the Director of Human Resources via email: <i>hr&#64;parade.vic.edu.au</i>, or phone: 94683300. </p><p><strong>APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm on Monday 28 October 2024.  </strong><i>(Applications will be considered as received and interviews may be held during the application period)</i></p><p><i>This community is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care.</i></p><p><i>Parade College acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional custodians of the lands where we live, learn and work.</i></p><p> <i>Parade College is an Equal Opportunity Employer</i></p>