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Careers and Pathways Coordinator
Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time
Applications Close: 24 February 2025
St Patrick’s College is seeking a Careers and Pathways Coordinator to lead our Careers Program. Supporting students in career education, work experience, and post-school pathways, helping them make informed future decisions. The coordinator will collaborate with students, staff, families, and external stakeholders to promote aspiration and support transitions to education, training, or employment.
<p>St Patrick's College is a Catholic day and boarding school for boys in Year 7 to 12 in the Edmund Rice tradition. Founded in 1893, it is a beautifully resourced school in terms of its staff and facilities and is known for many things including its energy and sense of community.</p>
<p>The College's vision is centred around: "Educating hope-filled, compassionate and confident young men for their place in the world” and is inspired and informed by a commitment to its four pillars – Faith, Tradition, Excellence and Joy, which remain the bedrock of a St Patrick's education.</p>
<p>We are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Careers and Pathways Coordinator to lead the Careers Program at St Patrick’s College. This pivotal role involves guiding students through their career education, work experience, and post-school pathways, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and skills to make informed decisions about their futures.</p>
<p>The successful candidate will work closely with students, staff, families, and external stakeholders to foster a culture of aspiration and readiness for life beyond school, supporting students in their transition to tertiary education, training, or employment.</p>
<p>The Careers and Pathways Coordinator will be responsible for creating and implementing a ‘best practice’ career program tailored to the needs and goals of our students.</p>
<p>They must demonstrate professionalism, effective communication, and decision-making skills while upholding the values of a Catholic boys’ school in the Edmund Rice tradition. This is a highly rewarding position for someone passionate about empowering students to reach their full potential and supporting them in navigating their future career pathways.</p>
<p>Expressions of Interest applications close <strong>Monday, 24 February 2025.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Application Process:</strong></p>
<p><strong>Step 1 - Application to be submitted</strong></p>
<p>Applications must include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Cover letter which sets out your interest in applying for the role, a broad outline of experience, and responses to the Key Selection Criteria of the role.</li>
<li>Resume which sets out relevant work and study experience</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Step 2: Panel Interview</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>St Patrick's College will select applicants who will progress to panel interview stage</li>
<li>Panel interview will be held at St Patrick's College</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Step 3: Reference Checking</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Following panel interview, preferred candidates will be referenced checked</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Step 4: Appointment</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Interviewed applicants to be notified of outcome by phone and email</li>
</ul>
<p>To discuss this role further, please contact Human Resources on 03 5331 1688 or <a href="mailto:<a href='mailto:jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au?subject=Careers%20and%20Pathways%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29'>jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au</a>?subject=Careers%20and%20Pathways%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"></a><a href="mailto:jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au?subject=Careers%20and%20Pathways%20Coordinator%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">jobs@stpats.vic.edu.au</a>.</p>
<p><i>St Patrick's College reserves the right to appoint to positions at any stage of the recruitment process, including prior to the closing date for applications.</i></p>
<p>St Patrick’s College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.</p>
<p>The College holds the care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people as a central and fundamental responsibility.</p>