<p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Location:</strong> Hybrid - World Square, CBD and WFH&nbsp;<br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Immediate start or by negotiation<br><strong>Application Closing Date:</strong> Thursday, 18 June 2026&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary (up to 3 years)<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong><br><br> This role leads the development of professional learning, resources, and specialist support for Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) to meet the needs of EAL/D students, with a strong focus on newly arrived learners requiring intensive English instruction. Key responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li>designing and delivering high-impact, evidence-based professional learning and resources to support Newly Arrived and EAL/D students, working collaboratively with the Curriculum and Innovation Team</li> <li>building teacher capability in identifying, assessing and monitoring New Arrival and EAL/D learners to inform whole-school practice</li> <li>providing ongoing school support through consultation, classroom observation and collaborative planning to develop high-challenge, high-support learning programs</li> <li>supporting schools in establishing effective structures for new arrivals and refugee students, including strengthening relationships with Intensive English Centres</li> <li>analysing school, network and system data to provide insights, identify trends and inform improvement strategies for EAL/D and Newly Arrived learners</li> <li>upholding SCS's mission, values and child-safety commitments in all work.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About You</strong><br><br> The successful candidate will also possess the following:</p> <ul> <li>a NESA-recognised teaching qualification with at least five years' school experience and demonstrated practice at Highly Accomplished or Lead level</li> <li>proven success in leading professional learning, improving student outcomes, and implementing whole-school New Arrival and EAL/D initiatives</li> <li>skills in using data analysis to inform practice and confident in articulating contemporary educational trends locally and internationally</li> <li>the ability to work with sensitive information, proficient in technology, and committed to maintaining high professional standards</li> <li>a current driver's licence and access to a car</li> <li>willingness to respect, support, and uphold the mission, ethos, and teachings of the Catholic Church and the values of SCS.</li> </ul> <p>Desirable:</p> <ul> <li>postgraduate qualification in Education or related discipline</li> <li>middle leadership experience in a school</li> <li>previous experience in an Intensive English Centre (IEC) or similar organisation</li> <li>knowledge of Catholic Systemic Schools/Systems.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Why Work for Sydney Catholic Schools</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/">Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs. We offer:</p> <ul> <li>a competitive salary of $170,118 per annum plus superannuation</li> <li>salary packaging 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>Fitness Passport, wellbeing products and more</li> <li>ex-gratia leave between Christmas and New Year</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Application Process</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>current CV</li> <li>cover letter highlighting the criteria above.</li> </ul> <p>For internal employees, apply via the 'Careers' tile in Employee Self Service.<br><br> If you encounter technical issues or for any general enquiries please contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm, Mon-Fri).&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view?usp=sharing">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.<br><br><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong>&nbsp;<br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>