<p><b>Position Purpose </b></p><p>The Assistant Principal shares with the Principal in all aspects of the school’s leadership and management and takes responsibility for the school in the Principal’s absence. As a key member of the School Leadership Team, the Assistant Principal shares responsibility for leadership of the school’s vision, mission and improvement agenda in a way that reflects the Catholic nature of the school. The Assistant Principal works with the Principal in the three key areas of; Catholic Identity and Religious Leadership, Teaching and Learning and Administration and Pastoral Care. The Assistant Principal contributes in a significant way to the Catholic life of the school, the development of a professional learning community, the overall management of the school and compliance requirements in all areas. </p><p><b>Commencement </b></p><p>The commencement date for this position will be the beginning of the 2023 school year.</p><p> </p><p><b>Selection criteria </b></p><p><b>Essential criteria:</b></p><ul><li>An active Catholic with an appreciation of and commitment to Catholic life and practice. <b></b></li><li>Four year trained classification with relevant experience. </li><li> Possession of, or willingness to obtain appropriate qualifications in accordance with Category E of the Framework for Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools. </li><li>Demonstrated deep knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and K-6 curriculum, with a demonstrated ability to implement these practices to a very high standard in contemporary classrooms. </li><li>Demonstrated highly effective leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation and time management skills. </li><li>Proven ability to work positively with students and their parents/teachers on behaviour support matters. </li><li> Demonstrated ability to develop staff at individual and whole school level and to build the leadership capacity of staff.</li></ul><p><b>Desirable:</b></p><ul><li>Evidence of relevant recent professional development related to Religious Education, Leadership and Curriculum. </li><li>Proficient in the use of ICT. </li><li>Demonstrated skills in negotiation and conflict resolution. </li><li>Proven capacity to build relationships with all groups in the school community. </li><li>Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership role/s in Catholic School/s.</li></ul><p><b>Application</b></p><p>For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact our Employee Services Team on (02) 6772 7388 or email <a href="jobs&#64;arm.catholic.edu.au" rel="nofollow">jobs&#64;arm.catholic.edu.au</a>. </p><p>Before submitting your application, please ensure the following: </p><ul><li>You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.<br /><br /></li><li><b>Complete the relevant online application form</b> by <a href="https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/5VC5TTN" rel="nofollow">clicking here</a> and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.</li></ul><p><i>Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.</i></p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>