<p><b>ABOUT THE SCHOOL </b></p><p>St Francis Xavier’s Catholic Primary achieves its mission, ‘Prepare the Way’, by engaging students in quality Religious Education programs which impart Catholic beliefs, values, practices and traditions. The provision of a differentiated, meaningful curriculum challenges learners to achieve success in a well resourced environment. Teaching practices are underpinned by contemporary understanding of the teaching and learning process and promote growth and development of the individual. The school’s improvement programs include a strong emphasis on high standards in Literacy and Numeracy. The school curriculum includes Specialist Support programs in Reading Recovery, Special Education, English as a Second Language and Gifted and Talented. The school offers Sport, Dance, Choir and a wide range of Technology experiences. The school environment is welcoming, well managed and safe. Pastoral Care is based on a belief that each member of the community should be supported with dignity, respect and justice. The school commits to these values which underpin all policies and procedures. An active partnership exists between school, parents, parish and the wider community. </p><p><b>SELECTION CRITERIA </b></p><p>The successful candidate for this position will be a highly effective and Catholic leader who: </p><ul><li>Is a committed Catholic who understands the evangelising mission of the Catholic school; </li><li>Is a leader of Catholic identity and mission at a school and / or system level; </li><li>Is committed to working closely with the Priests and the parish community; </li><li>Can lead the preparation of liturgies and celebrations; </li><li>Is able to lead Religious Education in all aspects of curriculum development and implementation; </li><li>Is a strong, contemporary leader of learning, with the capacity to lead change and demonstrate contemporary pedagogy that focuses on improving student learning; </li><li>Is a person who can effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders and build relationships; </li><li>Can analyse and use data to inform learning and engage in future planning; </li><li>Has an understanding of, and ability to differentiate, curriculum; </li><li>Has the ability to work collaboratively across all stages; </li><li>Is adaptable in working within a ‘shared leadership’ model.</li></ul><p>The successful candidate will also possess the following qualifications:</p><ul><li>Has completed, or has evidence of, study toward a Graduate Diploma or Master of Religious Education/Theology; </li><li>Has Category E Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead in systemic Catholic schools Archdiocese of Sydney Accreditation (6.5); </li><li>Demonstrates the standard descriptors at Lead Teacher Level, in accordance with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers; </li><li>Post graduate units of study in Leadership (Advantageous). </li></ul><p><b>APPLICATION PROCESS </b></p><p>To apply for this position please click the “Apply For Job” button. </p><p>To complete the application process you will need to attach: </p><ul><li>Cover Letter </li><li>Resume </li><li>Academic Transcripts </li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PjYaSzF-xzN2vRPDXFlWSzXLMg7q0Dpg/view" rel="nofollow">Parish Priest Reference</a> </li></ul><p>For any enquiries, please contact the Sydney Catholic Schools Mission and Identity Team by emailing to <i>mi.appointments&#64;syd.catholic.edu.au</i> </p><p><b>WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE </b></p><p>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><b>OUR MISSION </b></p><p>To know and love Christ through learning </p><p><b>OUR VISION </b></p><p>Thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching and learning </p><p><b>OUR VALUES </b></p><p>Truth, empathy, excellence, curiosity and collaboration</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>