Principal - Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School Craigieburn West
Principal - Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School Craigieburn West
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At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools employ over 16000 staff and serve more than 112000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne. It is an exciting time to join MACS where we are transforming to bring to life our recently launched strategic plan: MACS 2030: forming lives to enrich the world.
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YOUR ROLE
As a Principal you will be inspired to lead a joyfilled community where students staff and families can flourish within a Catholic context. Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realised creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The role of the Principal is one of the most important roles across the MACS system as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with MACS staff members local Parish Priest and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.
ABOUT OSCAR ROMERO PRIMARY SCHOOL CRAIGEBURN WEST
Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School established in 2018 serves the growing community of Craigieburn in Melbournes Northern Region. As one of five schools within Our Ladys Craigieburn parish it is located in Craigieburn West surrounded by expanding residential estates. The diverse student population contributes to a rich and multicultural school environment.
As a professional learning community Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School is committed to delivering highquality evidence informed teaching that nurtures the holistic development of every student. With a strong focus on inclusive differentiated learning the school ensures consistent reflective and innovative teaching practices that drive student success.
Experience in Student diversity and leading differentiation of curriculum is an important aspect of working at Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School.A strong knowledge of current learning and teaching practices and MACS directions in this area is essential.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
Oscar Romero Catholic Primary School has a strong Catholic identity inspired by the life and mission of Oscar Romero. Students families and staff are encouraged to aspire to be more not to have more through faith filled actions and meaningful contributions to the school and wider community.
The school is dedicated to supporting families and students throughout their education journey fostering an environment of belonging respect and excellence.
The Principal leads a team of approximately 75 staff and a student cohort of 656.
MACS is looking for a Principal who will actively engage with students families and staff ensuring then schools continued success.
*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- Evidence of strong faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community including Sunday attendance whilst being informed by the Churchs teaching and local mission.
- Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership including determining and implementing evidencebased learning and teaching program and school curriculum.
- Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all including all MACS employees students parish broader church educational system other schools and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.
- Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth financial stability and a commitment to risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources within a regularly monitored evidencebased strategic plan.
- Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
- Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of an engaging education that provides multiple pathways and options for positive outcomes for young people.
- Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.
HOW TO APPLY
Please refer to the position description for further details about the role and the Key Selection Criteria.
Click APPLY to submit your application.
If you have any queries about this role they can be directed to our team by email
All applicants are required to submit a copy of:
- Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching registration (including current criminal history check)
- Certified evidence of academic qualifications inclusive of tertiary qualifications academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Masters degree or fiveyear equivalent) and accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School.
- Current resume
- Cover letter
- Document addressing the key selection criteria limited to four to five pages.
- The names and contact details of three referees including the Catholic Priest of the Parish you attend. These referees will be required to make relevant verbal responses regarding the applicants capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria.
- Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently not employed in Victorian Catholic education.
Note: MACS is committed to the safety wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire and maintain a Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) and/or Working with Children Check and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check.
Candidates must hold full Australian working rights and provide evidence of this.
All successful candidates will be required to complete a Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration
COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 3 2025 or by negotiation
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday 7 April 2025
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Contract
