Assistant Principal – Senior Secondary – St Mary’s Catholic College, Woree (Secondary)

Commencement Date: 13 January 2024
Employment Type: Fixed Term, Leadership Position (5 years)

This position holds a Substantive Permanent Teaching Position within Catholic Education, Diocese of Cairns.

Hours: 30 hours per week
Salary Range: $141,166 – $148,100 per annum FTE, commensurate with experience
Closing Date for Applications: Wednesday 15 November 2023

St Mary’s Catholic College, Woree, Cairns

Situated in the southern suburbs of Cairns, St Mary’s opened in 1986 and boasts a proud reputation for providing quality Catholic co-education for the families of this exciting and dynamic region.

Committed and dedicated staff work closely with parents to provide students with the supportive and caring environment essential for their spiritual, academic, social and physical development. Young men and women are educated in a co-educational environment which prepares them for the “real” world after secondary education and allows for a variety of learning styles.

About the Role

The Assistant Principal – Senior Secondary holds a vital role for our students in Years 10 to 12.  In our holistic approach, the Assistant Principal – Senior Secondary is required to be attentive to the pastoral and academic needs of the senior years students and is required to link these needs and to monitor them closely to ensure all students successfully meet our graduate expectations.

The following six domains outline the role of the as it is envisaged in Catholic schools in the Diocese of Cairns.  Following each domain is the Statement of Performance Competency followed by Performance Indicators.

1. FAITH LEADERSHIP
   • To share in the essential Mission of the Church as a leader within the school Faith community
2. EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP
   • To support learning and teaching as the Assistant Principal – Administration
3. STAFF LEADERSHIP
   • To develop self and others as the Assistant Principal –Administration
4. ORGANISATIONAL LEADERSHIP
   • To support the Principal in the management of the school the Assistant Principal – Administration
5. COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
   • To engage and work with the community as the Assistant Principal – Administration
6. STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP
   • To lead improvement, innovation and change as determined by the Principal the Assistant Principal – Administration

Mandatory Qualifications and Requirements

• Participation in and commitment to the sacramental life of the Church.
• Understanding and commitment to education in the Catholic tradition.
• Professional qualifications in Education (Bachelor of Education, Master of Education preferred) and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland.
• Leadership experience:
  • Demonstrated ability in religious and education leadership.
  • Demonstrated administrative ability.
  • Demonstrated skills in interpersonal relationships.
• Demonstrated ability in curriculum development including knowledge of contemporary educational issues at state and national levels with particular reference to Religious Education.
• Written and verbal communication skills of a high order.
• Demonstrated commitment to the Pastoral Care of members of the school community.
• Skills for building community including facilitation, delegation and consultation.
• Minimum of 5 years classroom experience.
• Involvement in professional associations.
• Capacity for leadership within a school.
• Registered or eligible to register with Queensland College of Teachers.
• Current drivers licence.
• A strong demonstrated commitment to the objectives, vision and ethos of Catholic Education.

For further information about the role and responsibilities, please refer to the Position Description  SMCC-CLT-AP-SeniorSecondary-20231031.pdf

What we offer

• Annual Leave with 17.5% leave loading
• Access to salary packaging options to maximise your salary
• Access to Employer Superannuation Co-Contributions
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Professional development and further career opportunities
• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Application requirements

• Complete the Application Form
• Upload a copy of your resume and cover letter
• Upload a written statement (up to 1000 words) showcasing your impact of knowledge, skills and leadership capabilities on school improvement

Eligibility criteria

• Be a committed, practicing Catholic
• Professional qualifications in Education (Bachelor of Education, Master of Education preferred) and Religion as per Queensland Catholic Education Commission Position Statement for Senior Leadership Positions in Catholic Schools in Queensland.
• Hold or be eligible to hold, registration as a teacher in Queensland
• Have administrative and / or leadership experience

Enquiries

Kerry Manders

Principal

P:  07 4044 4207
E:  smw.principal@cns.catholic.edu.au

Intending applicants must be fully committed to creating and maintaining a child safe organisation.

Catholic Education is an equal opportunity employer.