<p> </p> <p><strong>Acting Religious Education Coordinator | K - 6 | 453 Students</strong> <br /><strong>Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School Kingsgrove</strong> <br /><strong>Commencement Date:</strong> Friday, 28 February 2025 <br /><strong>Closing Date: </strong>Sunday, 10 November 2024 <br /><strong>Capacity: </strong>Full-time, Temporary <br /> <br /><strong>About Our School</strong></p> <p>Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Primary School, Kingsgrove is a systemic primary school within the Archdiocese of Sydney. Our school has a rich history based on our motto - <em>Serviam</em> - inviting us to love, serve and respect others, both within and beyond the school.</p> <p>In partnership with parents and carers and the parish, the school is committed to the development of our students through provision of a Catholic faith environment in which the Gospels are learned and lived, an effective, differentiated curriculum delivered by a professional teaching team, and early identification and ongoing support of students' academic needs (Learning Support, Gifted, LBOTE - EAL/D, Reading Recovery). The school also provides broader educational activities that support student interest, ability and talent (band, choir, sporting opportunities). A professional learning culture exists at Our Lady of Fatima, with teachers being proactive in regularly seeking out opportunities to enhance their own understanding, experience, skill and capacity. The school demonstrates an active partnership with the local parish and its pastor, as well as development of peace and social justice initiatives and involvement in the broader life of the Church and the general community. Facilities are modern and continue to be updated in order to provide contemporary learning spaces, and there have recently been significant improvements to play areas.</p> <p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong></p> <p>In joining <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</span></a>, you will be part of the largest Catholic education community in NSW, with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools and over 74,000 students. We enable job mobility across the system, diverse career opportunities and an extensive suite of professional development programs.</p> <p>SCS is recognised for outstanding student achievement, with 9 schools in the top 100 of the HSC rankings and 18 schools placing in the top 150. We focus on enabling a quality preschool to post-school learning journey for every child, supported by a team of dedicated educators and caregivers.</p> <p>We welcome all applications, from internal and external candidates.</p> <p>In addition, we offer:</p> <ul> <li>attractive remuneration package</li> <li>salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students</li> <li>ongoing training and development opportunities</li> <li>discounts on gym classes and memberships, activewear, healthy meals, and wellbeing products</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong></p> <p>As a member of the school leadership team, you will share responsibility for the development of the Catholic life of the school, leadership of its vision, mission and strategic priorities and contribution to the management of the school. The Religious Education Coordinator has delegated responsibility for the coordination and supervision of teaching and learning in Religious Education and the religious dimension of the school.</p> <p>The successful candidate for this position will be a highly effective and Catholic leader who:</p> <ul> <li>is a committed Catholic who understands the evangelising mission of Catholic schools</li> <li>is a leader of Catholic identity and mission at a school and/or system level</li> <li>is committed to working closely with the priests and the parish community</li> <li>can lead the preparation of liturgies and celebrations</li> <li>is able to lead Religious Education in all aspects of curriculum development, implementation and differentiation</li> <li>is a strong, contemporary leader of learning, with the capacity to lead change and demonstrate contemporary pedagogy that focuses on improving student learning</li> <li>is a person who can effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders and build relationships</li> <li>can analyse and use data to inform learning and engage in future planning</li> <li>has the ability to work collaboratively across all stages</li> <li>is adaptable in working within a 'shared-leadership' model</li> <li>a Baptised Catholic with demonstrated evidence of ongoing commitment to the teachings of the Catholic Church and engagement in the life of a Catholic faith community such as a parish or an established community within the Catholic Church, as an expression of your relationship with Jesus Christ.</li> </ul> <p>You will have attained:</p> <ul> <li>completed, or has evidence of, study toward a Graduate Diploma or Master of Religious Education, Theology or Theological Studies from an approved institution</li> <li>requirements of <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">(Category E)</span></a> as per <a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead</span></a> or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term</li> <li>demonstrates the standard descriptors at lead teacher level, in accordance with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers</li> <li>post graduate units of study in leadership (advantageous).</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong></p> <p>Please click on the 'Apply' button and follow the steps to submit your application. To complete the application process, please ensure you attach the following;</p> <ul> <li>current CV</li> <li>cover letter</li> <li>academic transcripts</li> <li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/134Gu9izimlv9lrSXf0l4T4BtLWh789OD/view"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Parish Priest Reference</span></a>.</li> </ul> <p>For any enquiries, please contact the Mission and Identity team by emailing <a href="mailto:mi.appointments@syd.catholic.edu.au"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">mi.appointments@syd.catholic.edu.au</span></a>.</p> <p><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong> <br /><a href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2024/07/SCS-Safety-Statement_202406.pdf"><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Click here</span></a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.</p> <p><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong> <br />This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</p> <p><em>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</em></p>