<p>Aquinas Catholic College is a Systemic Co-educational College located in the Sutherland Shire with an enrolment of 1,118 students and 108 staff. Established in 1993 the College is a welcoming community inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ. Our tailored curriculum is based on our Enlivened Learning philosophy which fosters a growth mindset in uniting faith, wellbeing and learning.</p> <p>We are seeking an exemplary teacher and leader with proven HSC results who teaches with passion and commitment to join our Leadership Team commencing on 30 January 2024. The Leader of Wellbeing provides effective leadership of staff and students, appropriate liaison with parents, and the ongoing promotion of a positive school climate and culture. They have overall responsibility for all aspects of the pastoral care and wellbeing of students, and works in collaboration with the six Leaders of Learning and Wellbeing.</p> <p><b>What we offer </b></p> <p>Joining Aquinas Catholic Catholic College means becoming part of the larger Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) educational community with a unified vision and shared resources, encompassing over 145 schools, more than 71,000 students, 10,000 employees, and a vast alumni network.</p> <p>In addition, we offer:</p> <ul> <li>competitive salary range (based on experience), and 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>extensive professional development and leadership opportunities</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including voice care programs, advice on nutrition and free annual flu shots</li> <li>special Family Leave Day.</li> </ul> <p><b>About You </b></p> <p>The preferred candidate will:</p> <ul> <li>be committed to co-leading the Catholic ethos and values of our school</li> <li>have secondary education qualifications and experienced in teaching Stages 4-6</li> <li>have experience in leading a Key Learning Area</li> <li>be an experienced, highly effective, innovative and motivated educator and leader with a passion for leading learning and teaching</li> <li>have engaged in and led processes for professional growth and development of self and others</li> <li>have a proven ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team, build upon its collective efficacy, and develop and lead its strategic agenda</li> <li>have proven ability to differentiate instruction and personalise learning for students from Year 7 to Year 12.</li> </ul> <p><b>Essential Criteria </b></p> <p>The successful applicant will demonstrate:</p> <ul> <li>a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of the Catholic School within the broader Catholic Church</li> <li>accreditation to teach Religious Education within the Archdiocese of Sydney</li> <li>exemplary classroom practice, utilising a range of effective contemporary pedagogies</li> <li>Pastoral (Year) Coordinator experience with proven capacity and accomplishment in effective use of data to optimise educational outcomes</li> <li>highly effective leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation and time management skills</li> <li>the capacity to build, develop and maintain effective teams and develop cooperative and constructive working relationships that promote quality wellbeing and learning practices</li> <li>the ability to successfully initiate, plan, implement, review and renew programs in response to wellbeing needs and priorities</li> <li>the ability to lead a strategic agenda focused on a culture of high expectations and continual improvement and innovation</li> <li>a commitment to growing the College's culture of wellbeing and learning</li> <li>a willingness to be involved in the co-curricular life of the College.</li> </ul> <p>To apply for this position please provide a cover letter (maximum two pages) which outlines how you meet the above criteria along with your current curriculum vitae , including the contact details of three referees (including your current and previous Principal) who may be contacted as part of the shortlisting process to Mr James Clancy at: <a href="mailto:principal@aquinasmenai.catholic.edu.au?subject=Leader%20of%20Wellbeing%20%283%20point%29%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">principal@aquinasmenai.catholic.edu.au</a></p> <p>Please submit all documents in one pdf document.</p> <p>Please note candidates may be interviewed and appointed prior to the closing date.</p> <p>A role description can be <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HlcWVIz5WQ6WQsSecS3xt3EBMDHQCibL/view?usp=drive_link" rel="nofollow">found here</a>.</p> <p>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</p> <p><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/12ydDkySwo9YX_KsXjFro08t9OXY7S2dZ/view" rel="nofollow">Click here</a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.</p> <p>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</p> <p>This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.</p> <p><br></p> <p></p> <p></p>