Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS) has been delivering excellence in education to Sydney school students for 200 years. SCS continues to be a thriving and growing contemporary educational community with over 150 schools, more than 71,000 current students, 10,000 staff and a large alumni community.
Our schools are established by the Church to support parents with their responsibility for the faith formation of their children. To this end, the Executive Director of Sydney Catholic Schools invites applications for the following leadership position:
RELIGIOUS EDUCATION COORDINATOR l K-6 l 188 Students
St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School Annandale
Commencement Date: Term 1, 28 January 2022
Closing Date: Monday, 13 September 2021
As a member of the school leadership team, the Religious Education Coordinator shares responsibility for the development of the Catholic life of the school, leadership of its vision, mission and strategic priorities and contribution to the management of the school. The Religious Education Coordinator has delegated responsibility for the coordination and supervision of teaching and learning in Religious Education. This position requires an outstanding educator with a well-developed capacity to take forward the evangelising mission of Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Sydney.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
St Brendan’s Catholic Primary School Annandale is a community where we know every child. With this individual knowledge, and tailored learning to suit, we ensure that every student achieves their very best.
Our teachers are passionate about learning and work as a team to develop and deliver comprehensive learning pathways. When coupled with parents and families that are inextricably linked to the life of the school, we have developed a proven model for inspiring young hearts and minds for an exciting future.
SELECTION CRITERIA
The successful candidate for this position will be a highly effective and Catholic leader who:
- is a committed Catholic who understands the evangelising mission of Catholic schools
- is a leader of Catholic identity and mission at a school and / or system level
- is committed to working closely with the priests and the parish community
- can lead the preparation of liturgies and celebrations
- is able to lead Religious Education in all aspects of curriculum development and implementation
- is a strong, contemporary leader of learning, with the capacity to lead change and demonstrate contemporary pedagogy that focuses on improving student learning;
- is a person who can effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders and build relationships
- can analyse and use data to inform learning and engage in future planning
- has an understanding of, and ability to differentiate, curriculum
- has the ability to work collaboratively across all stages
- is adaptable in working within a ‘shared leadership’ model.
The successful candidate will also possess the following qualifications:
- has completed, or has evidence of, study toward a Graduate Diploma or Master of Religious Education or Theology
- has Category E Accreditation in accordance with To Work, Teach and Lead in systemic Catholic schools Archdiocese of Sydney Accreditation (6.5)
- demonstrates the standard descriptors at lead teacher level, in accordance with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
- post graduate units of study in leadership (advantageous).
APPLICATION PROCESS
Submit your application via the ‘Apply’ button and follow the steps to complete.
To complete the application process you will need to attach:
- cover letter
- resume
- academic transcripts
- Parish Priest reference
For any enquiries, please contact the Mission and Identity team by emailing mi.appointments@syd.catholic.edu.au.
Working With Children Clearance
This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a Working With Children Clearance to be completed prior to commencement of employment.
OUR MISSION
To know and love Christ through learning.
OUR VISION
Thriving Catholic communities through excellent teaching and learning.
OUR VALUES
Truth, empathy, excellence, curiosity and collaboration.