<p> </p><div><b>Role Description</b><br /></div><p>St John the Apostle Catholic Primary School is located in Tarneit West and opened in 2015. We belong to the Parish of St Andrew’s Werribee and our vision states:</p><div><i>Through the guidance of God, we at St John the Apostle aspire to create a positive culture, where all members of our community are welcomed, valued and empowered to contribute and succeed.</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>We are seeking a Junior Literacy Leader with suitable leadership experience and a deep understanding of the Prep - Year 2 Curriculum. The successful applicant needs to be a positive role model, striving to create a harmonious work environment. As a newly established school, this maternity leave position has potential for future leadership roles. </div><div><br /></div><div>We are looking for applicants who demonstrate the qualities of a Catholic Leader. The successful applicant must: </div><ul><li>Build positive partnerships with students, their families, staff and the wider St John the Apostle Community </li><li>Engage team members in effective data analysis, leading to improved learning and teaching outcomes </li><li>Facilitate professional conversations which build the capacity of team members </li><li>Demonstrate a strong understanding of effective teaching and assessment strategies </li><li>Implement a synthetic phonics approach to literacy (InitaLit) </li><li>Possess strong interpersonal and communication skills </li><li>Be able to work as part of a team and be flexible </li><li>Ensure Child Safety Standards are met </li></ul><div><b>Special Requirements </b></div><ul><li>VIT Registration </li><li>Accreditation to teach Religious Education in a Catholic School </li></ul><div><b>Application Procedures </b></div><ul><li>Read the school Child Safety Policy and Code of Conduct </li><li>Complete the Application for Employment Form </li><li>Email Application Form, Covering Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Contact details of 3 Referees to the Principal, Simon Dundon</li></ul><div><i>principal&#64;stjatarneit.catholic.edu.au </i></div><div><br /></div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div><div> </div>