Classroom Teacher - Hennessy Catholic College, Young NSW

Hennessy Catholic College (Young) (see more jobs from this school)

Young, NSW 


Secondary Teacher

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 10 November 2024


Join a positive, collaborative workplace culture with access to our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst. Benefit from extensive curriculum resources designed to support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practices. Enjoy generous parental leave, including 24 weeks of paid maternity/adoption leave and up to 14 weeks for paternity/non-primary carer leave. We also offer strong support for professional development and study opportunities to help you grow in your career.

<p><strong>Location:</strong> Young, NSW&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong>&nbsp;Permanent&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Full-time&nbsp;&nbsp;<br><strong>Salary Range: </strong>$76,754 to $129,948&nbsp;full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> January 2025<br><strong>Closing Date:&nbsp;</strong>11.55 pm, 10 November 2024</p><p><strong>About Hennessy Catholic College</strong></p><p>At Hennessy Catholic College, we foster a vibrant and nurturing environment where students and teachers alike can thrive and grow together. We warmly welcome everyone into our inclusive community, creating a space where all feel supported and valued. Serving a diverse regional area, Hennessy is dedicated to delivering high-quality education in a safe and caring setting. As our student population continues to grow, we remain agile and responsive, ensuring we meet the evolving needs and aspirations of every student. Our commitment extends to supporting our staff, empowering them to inspire and lead with passion during this exciting time of expansion.</p><p>Hennessy Catholic College&nbsp;is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres&nbsp;across ACT and NSW.&nbsp;</p><p>CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care.</p><p><strong>About the Role&nbsp;</strong></p><p>As a Classroom Teacher, you inspire and engage your students by using innovative teaching techniques and a variety of resources that make the curriculum come alive. You guide your students on their learning journeys through regular assessments, offering meaningful feedback, and keeping organised records. We are committed to supporting your professional development and by working closely with fellow educators and families, you will have the opportunity to grow professionally as you help your students to succeed in their academic journeys.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Benefits and Opportunities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>A positive and collaborative workplace culture&nbsp;</li><li>Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst&nbsp;</li><li>Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice&nbsp;</li><li>24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)&nbsp;</li><li>Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)&nbsp;</li><li>Support for professional development and study opportunities&nbsp;</li><li>Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Create a learning environment that stimulates learning promotes excellence and accepts and acknowledges the needs of students to be both challenged and supported.</li><li>Use a variety of teaching and learning techniques to meet individual needs.</li><li>Identify learner needs, conferring with specialist staff in the school when necessary.</li><li>Provide timely and useful feedback about completed assessment items for students.</li><li>Communicate in a clear, respectful, and professional way to optimise each student’s development.</li><li>Be proficient in the use of IT as a teaching and administrative tool.</li><li>Maintain professional confidentiality on information about students.</li><li>Communicate with parents in written reports and parent-teacher interviews and at other times as required.</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications&nbsp;&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.</li><li>Working with Children’s Check (WWCC) registration.</li><li>NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) accreditation.</li></ul><p><strong>Selection Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ol><li>A thorough knowledge of the Australian Curriculum with the ability to organise, select and design content for effective teaching and learning.</li><li>Highly effective communication and interpersonal skills to engage positively with colleagues, students, and parents.</li><li>The capacity to be a proactive member of a professional learning community complying with the legal, administrative, and professional requirements.</li><li>Classroom practices and organisational skills that create supportive and safe environments for all students, including meeting a variety of learning needs.</li><li>A comprehensive understanding of assessment and reporting strategies and the need to provide effective and timely feedback to parents and students.</li></ol><p><i>Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required.&nbsp;</i></p><p><strong>Other Eligibility Criteria&nbsp;</strong></p><ul><li>You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position.&nbsp;</li><li>Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy.&nbsp;</li></ul><p><strong>Application Process&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Applicants are required to submit a current resume and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria as outlined in the Position Description.&nbsp;</p><p>This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy.&nbsp;</p><p>For further information about the School please visit our&nbsp;<a href="https://hccy.nsw.edu.au/ ">website</a>. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra &amp; Goulburn can be accessed&nbsp;<a href="https://cg.catholic.edu.au/">here</a>.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Position-specific queries:</strong>&nbsp;Please contact Kathy Holding&nbsp;on 02 6382 1486 or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:kathleen.holding@cg.catholic.edu.au">kathleen.holding@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Application queries:</strong> Please contact the Recruitment team on 02&nbsp;6234 5427&nbsp;or via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au">recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au</a>.&nbsp;</p><p>#S-DNI&nbsp;</p><p><br><br>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;<a href="https://careers.cg.catholic.edu.au/cw/en/PositionDescriptionDocument/503789/classroom-teacher-hennessy-catholic-college-young-nsw">Applicant Information Pack</a></p>