Careers at CSPD

About Us:

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD) is a system of 80 Catholic schools committed to providing high-quality, faith-based education to over 43,000 students in Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains. As part of the mission of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Parramatta, we are dedicated to fostering vibrant Catholic communities where every student is empowered to learn, achieve, and grow.

About the Role:

As the Head of Enrichment, you will be accountable for the strategic direction, design, and continuous improvement of high-impact enrichment programs across our Diocese. You will lead a transformative strategy to deliver co-curricular experiences that are engaging, future-ready, and enhance the holistic development of our students. This role involves providing visionary leadership and operational oversight to ensure our programs are innovative, accessible, financially sustainable, and aligned with CSPD's mission.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead a measured strategy to deliver and evolve high-impact enrichment programs that are future-focused, fiscally efficient, and aligned with CSPD’s organisational goals.

• Work collaboratively with system and school leaders to identify needs and drive the growth of new and innovative enrichment opportunities.

• Champion a culture of accountability by evaluating programs using data and evidence, implementing continuous improvement based on stakeholder feedback and demonstrated student impact.

• Ensure programs are relevant, accessible, and valuable by actively engaging with schools, embedding student voice, and drawing on contemporary educational research.

• Oversee the strategic and operational management of your teams, refining structures, policies, and processes to ensure financial sustainability and agility.

• Mentor and build the leadership capacity of Managers within the Enrichment portfolio, fostering a culture of professional growth and collaborative program design.

• Establish and nurture key partnerships with external organisations and community groups to expand and enhance the learning experiences available to our students.

About You:

We are seeking a forward-thinking leader with a proven track record in program management and strategic development. The ideal candidate will possess:

• Extensive senior leadership experience in education or a related sector, with a focus on program design and delivery.

• Demonstrated success in leading strategic transformation and organisational change.

• Strong financial acumen and experience managing complex budgets and ensuring fiscal sustainability.

• A deep understanding of data-informed decision-making and program evaluation.

• Exceptional ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.

• Proven experience in mentoring and developing high-performing teams.

• Tertiary qualifications in Education or a related field.

• A genuine commitment to the mission and values of the Catholic Church and Catholic education.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive remuneration

• Professional growth and development opportunities

• 25% off school fees for your children enrolled in our schools

• Flexible working environment (50% office, 50% remote)

• Ex-Gratia Leave

• Parental leave

Interested?

If you are determined to make a difference and want to join a diverse organisation committed to transforming lives through faith-based education, click on the APPLY button. Please submit your CV and a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and your suitability for the role.

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment including the completion of a National Police Check, 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, please visit The Office of The Children’s Guardian 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.

NOTE:  We encourage early applications, as we will review applications, conduct shortlisting, and hold interviews on a rolling basis. Appointments will be made once a suitable candidate is identified.