<p dir="ltr">The Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced educators for this significant leadership position at St Benedict's Catholic College, Oran Park commencing January 2022.<br><br>The Assistant Principal supports the Principal in implementing the vision and mission of the school, to support growth in faith and improvement in learning for students and assist the school leadership team in the conduct and organisation of the school.</p> <p dir="ltr">ESSENTIAL SELECTION CRITERIA</p> <p dir="ltr">To be considered for this position, you will be able to demonstrate you are an effective leader who:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr">Gives witness to the faith and contributes to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.</li> <li dir="ltr">Builds a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.</li> <li dir="ltr">Builds capacity through their own professional development and supporting staff by providing access to effective continual professional learning opportunities, giving regular feedback and managing performance.</li> <li dir="ltr">Acts strategically to drive school improvement initiatives aligned to the school’s vision and strategic plan.</li> <li dir="ltr">Ensures that school processes meet system, NESA and legislative requirements.</li> <li dir="ltr">Develops and maintains positive partnerships with students, families and carers, the local church and the wider school community.</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">GENERAL CAPABILITIES applicable to the role:</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr">Well-developed interpersonal skills.</li> <li dir="ltr">Well-developed oral and written communication skills.</li> <li dir="ltr">Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.</li> <li dir="ltr">Strong organisational skills.</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">QUALIFICATIONS</p> <ul> <li dir="ltr">Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline.</li> <li dir="ltr">Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E) in accordance with the ‘Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong’ policy (or a commitment to acquiring within a 5 year period).</li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE</p> <p dir="ltr">This role is classified as a child related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.</p> <p>Applicants must be able to comply with any NSW&nbsp;Public&nbsp;Health&nbsp;Orders&nbsp;pertaining to Education that are in place as of the commencement date of this position. Please refer to the NSW&nbsp;Health&nbsp;website/Public Health Orders and Restrictions for further information.&nbsp;</p> <p>POSITION APPLICATION:</p> <p>Please call Executive Assistant to the Head of Human Resource Services, Paula Vera on 02 4253 0957 to discuss your interest in this position before commencing your online application.</p> <p>Applicants are to complete an online application which asks to briefly address the essential criteria (equivalent to 2 pages).</p> <p>To confidentially discuss your application or general interest in this position please contact Carolyn Hadley, Head of Human Resource Services on 02 4253 0952.</p> <p>To submit your application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>&nbsp;Closing date: 3 November 2021 at 5pm</strong></p>