Religious Education Coordinator - CathWest Innovation College
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Job no: 505193
Work type: ongoing full-time
Location: CathWest Innovation College, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese
Categories: School Leadership
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We help over 360 students seek and find God in all things. Our faith-based environment allows us to deliver a holistic education that encourages our students to be generous and compassionate, and to reflect on their actions and learn from them. Students of CathWest are encouraged to participate actively and fully in the life of their communities, the Church and the wider world.
This leadership opportunity is an ongoing full-time position and will commence in Term 1, 2024
About us
CSPD is committed to responding to the needs of all students. With over 5,000 employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools and office communities, our aim is to transform learning and unlock the full potential of each of our 43,500 students while enriching the professional lives of staff.
About the opportunity:
The Religious Education Coordinator is responsible to the Principal and shares in the leadership of the school community and contributes to the achievement of the school's missions and student learning outcomes. In addition, you will:
Ensure that the school delivers high quality contemporary learning and teaching for the community it serves which is embedded in the Catholic world view
Lead a collaborative ministry of witness and service and part of the evangelising mission of the Church
Contribute a deep knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum and in enhancing the liturgical, sacramental and spiritual life of the school
Build the necessary relationships with the Parish Priest, parents, learning community, Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese and other partners contributing to the work of Catholic schooling
Create and maintain a safe, inclusive and challenging learning environment
About you (selection criteria):
A strong commitment to the Catholic faith in practice and lifestyle, witness and modelling
A minimum of four years professional qualification in education
Accreditation to teach RE and the completion of a Masters of Religious Education/Theology or a Masters of Educational Leadership (if there are at least four units at Masters Level in Religious Education/Theology and/or Scripture)
Substantial currency in Religious Education pedagogy and knowledge of the Religious Education curriculum
An understanding of contemporary learning theory and practice, and an ability to ensure this is evident in the teaching within the school
Capacity to challenge and lead a school community that gives witness to the Catholic faith and its teaching and is aligned with the system strategic intent
Demonstrated ability to build and sustain positive peer relationships and engage actively within the school community
Commitment to modelling school values and integrity
A demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional learning and formation
Qualifications and Accreditations required:
Master of Religious Education/Theology or commitment to complete within four years of appointment
Compliance with NSW Child Protection Legislation - Working with Children
Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
Tertiary Qualification (minimum 4-year degree)
Interested?
This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the retention of a valid Working with Children Check and adoption and compliance with CSPD’s Child Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Students and Children. For more information, click here.
CSPD promotes the safety and wellbeing of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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Advertised: 18 Sep 2023 08:09 AUS Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: 08 Oct 2023 17:10 AUS Eastern Daylight Time
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