Principal - St Francis Xavier Primary School Montmorency
Principal - St Francis Xavier Primary School Montmorency
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Job Description
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 ST FRANCIS XAVIER PRIMARY SCHOOL MONTMORENCY
St Francis Xavier is located within the green wedge of the Diamond Valley in Mayona Road and currently has 377 students enrolled.
St Francis promotes equity and excellence in a contemporary learning environment where students become successful learners and confident and creative individuals.
Enlivened by the Gospel Values St Francis Xavier is a vibrant welcoming and inclusive community working in partnership with the Parish of St Francis Xavier Fr Michael Sierakowski the Parish Moderator Parish Council and with Holy Trinity Eltham North and Our Lady Help of Christians Eltham to form the Parish of the Risen Christ.
ABOUT THE COMMUNITY
St Francis Xavier School is focused on building a strong community which works together and is empowered and connected. The are many opportunities for parents parishioners extended families and the wider community to get involved.
Students are encouraged to develop their sense of place in the world and consider how they can contribute positively to building community.
MACS is looking for a Principal who will actively engage with the community and grow school enrolments under their leadership.
*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.
KEY SELECTION CRITERIA
- Evidence of strong senior faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community including Sunday attendance whilst being informed by the Church 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
APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4.00pm Monday 7 April 2025
Required Experience:
Staff IC
Employment Type
Contract
