About the Opportunity

Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese is seeking applications for the role of Head of Secondary Learning. 

As part of the mission of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), the Head of Secondary Learning is responsible for leading the delivery of high-quality learning outcomes across CSPD Secondary schools. Reporting to the Executive General Manager - Learning Outcomes, this role will collaborate with Heads of Performance to enhance Principals’ leadership capacity. 

The Head of Secondary Learning facilitates consistent educational practices and initiatives across Secondary schools to ensure continuous improvement in student learning.

We are part of Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 80 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to transform the learning and unlock the full potential.

If you are currently employed by Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese, please submit your application via our internal Careers Site on EmployeeConnect. We are excited to support you in the next step of your career.

Key Responsibilities

As the Head of Secondary Learning, you will be tasked with leading the development and implementation of high-quality curriculum frameworks and resources to support effective teaching and learning within CSPD secondary schools. Your responsibilities will include designing and delivering professional learning programs for teachers, focusing on evidence-based instructional practices. You will collaborate with school leaders to ensure consistency and excellence in the delivery of learning and teaching, while also working with Heads of Performance to implement strategies that improve student outcomes. 

Additionally, you will play a key role in ensuring the accessibility of evidence-based resources for teachers and leading educational initiatives that enhance student engagement and overall learning experience. If you are passionate about education and making a difference in students' lives, we want to hear from you!

Essential Criteria

• Capacity and desire to contribute to the ethos and strategic intent of Catholic schools Parramatta Diocese.
  
  

• Demonstrated depth of knowledge of pedagogy and contemporary educational practice
  
  

• Highly developed capacity to effectively lead a team and to promote professional growth and school improvement.
  
  

• Eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
  
  

• Current NSW Teacher Accreditation
  
  

• Ideally 10+ years of teaching and or 5+ years of Educational Leadership experience 
  
  

• Current Working With Children Clearance
  
  

About You:

To be successful in this highly rewarding role, you will demonstrate alignment to our purpose and values along with:

• Experience and highly developed thinking about holistic school success and learning outcomes.
  
  

• Ability to collaboratively work with managers and teams to ensure and measure high performance, quality and success.
  
  

• Ability to be agile as well as effectively influence and implement the adoption of change within our school leadership team.

The Organisation

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.

Child Safeguarding Statement

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment, including holding a cleared NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) and compliance with CSPDs Safeguarding Procedures and Code of Conduct When Working With Children and Students. For more information regarding WWCCs, click here.

Diversity Statement

CSPD strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, as well as people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds.