Director of College Operations (3 Point Executive Role)

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 93,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Base salary up to $149,433

Coordinator allowance

Salary packaging up to $15,900

School fee discounts for families

Professional development

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee referral program

Additional rewards and benefits

Job summary

Sydney Catholic Schools in Sydney invites applications for the role of Director of College Operations at Marist College Eastwood. The 3 Point Executive role is temporary for up to three years, while the teaching position remains full-time and permanent.

The Director will oversee daily organisation, staff induction, timetable management, events, WHS, and policy implementation within a Catholic context. The role aims to build a high-performing, inclusive team and deliver strategic priorities.

Qualifications

• Commitment to Catholic faith and values.
• Ability to inspire and model truth, empathy, excellence, curiosity, collaboration.
• Relevant qualifications and teaching experience with classroom expertise.
• Accreditation to teach Religious Education.
• Ability to apply differentiated pedagogical approaches to student needs.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and faith formation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily organisation and administration of College activities and timetable.
• Coordinate staff induction programs.
• Plan and manage the College calendar and major events.
• Assist in WHS policy implementation and Compass administration.
• Lead special projects integrating academic learning with student wellbeing.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Organisational skills

Catholic values

Education

Tertiary qualification in Education

Eligibility to NSW DoE (NESA)

Religious Education qualifications

Tools

Compass Administration

Job description

Director of College Operations (3 Point Executive Role)

Marist College Eastwood
Start Date: Thursday, 28 January 2027 (or by negotiation)
Application Closing Date: Friday, 6 November 2026
Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

This 3 point promotional role is temporary for up to 3 years, however your teaching position will be full-time and permanent.

Why Join Us

Join Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS), NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. At Marist College Eastwood, you'll make a daily impact, grow your career, and be supported by strong professional learning.

Benefits include:

• competitive remuneration: up to $149,433. Base salary: $92,882 - $133,422
• an additional coordinator allowance on top of your base salary
• salary packaging of up to $15,900 annually
• up to 25% discount on school fees for parents of SCS students
• ongoing training and development opportunities
• health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport
• generous Employee Referral Program
• a wide range of further rewards and benefits.

About the College

Marist College Eastwood is a vibrant Catholic Marist community dedicated to boys' education. Placing students at the heart of our efforts, our committed Marist staff takes pride in addressing the needs of our contemporary community.

The Marist College Eastwood Strategic Implementation Plan - Our Marist Way - was developed through collaborative work and community consultation. We invite individuals to join and embrace our unique Catholic Marist community, one that proudly upholds the strong, traditional values and principles of boys' education while also embracing innovative approaches in curriculum and pedagogical delivery. With a deliberate focus on student achievement, teaching and learning methodologies, school wellbeing, faith development, and resource programs, we seek to attract candidates who will help foster 'A daring faith and dynamic education, developing strong minds and gentle hearts' in our students.

Located close to Eastwood Station, bus stops and shops, Marist College Eastwood is easily accessible to students from both the local area and the broader Sydney region.

About You

The Director of College Operations is a key member of the College Executive Team, responsible for organising and structuring the effective functioning of College activities and strategic projects (such as Newman Accreditation) through consistent and deliberate collaboration with fellow Executive members.

This position applies strong leadership strategies and sound management principles to deliver operational excellence within an authentic Catholic context. Core responsibilities include coordinating teacher induction, overseeing College events, managing the timetable, and ensuring smooth day-to-day administration.

The Director also leads the implementation and management of policies and practices that underpin the organisational leadership of the College. Through strategic partnerships and collaborative initiatives, the Director plays a vital role in nurturing a high-performing, diverse workforce, fostering a safe, healthy, and productive environment for all staff, and ensuring access to meaningful professional development opportunities.

Key Selection Criteria

• a commitment to Catholic faith and values, with a strong sense of personal faith
• an ability to inspire and model the values of truth, empathy, excellence, curiosity, and collaboration, in alignment with the Mission and Vision of Sydney Catholic Schools
• relevant qualifications and teaching experience, with proven classroom expertise.
• accreditation to teach Religious Education
• skilled in applying differentiated pedagogical approaches to meet diverse student needs
• a commitment to ongoing professional development and faith formationa willingness to lead and support students in extracurricular activities
• capacity to champion the College's scholastic initiatives and drive innovation in line with the Strategic Plan
• an openness to leadership mentoring and collaboration, while building strong professional relationships with colleagues
• dedication to continuous improvement and fostering a culture of high expectations focused on student success
• strategic thinking and ability to lead improvement, innovation, and change
• collaborative decision-making skills to maximise student outcomes
• the ability to build authentic relationships within the College and wider community
• strong organisational and communication skills to ensure the efficient and effective day-to-day management of the College
• professionalism and confidentiality - demonstrating the highest standards of professional conduct, maintaining strict confidentiality regarding student, staff, and College information, exercises sound judgment and discretion, and upholds ethical practices and integrity in all aspects of leadership.

The Director of College Operations reports to the Principal and is an integral member of the College Leadership Team.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Daily Organisation and Administration - Oversee and manage the smooth operation of day-to-day College activities. and scheduling of key activities (e.g., examinations), timetable creation and management
• Staff Induction - Coordinate induction programs for new staff members
• School Calendar and Events - Plan and manage the College calendar and major events
• Work Health and Safety (WHS) - Assist the Business Manager in monitoring and implementing WHS policies and practices
• Compass Administration - Oversee the effective use and management of the Compass platform
• Special Projects - This role leads the integration of academic learning and student wellbeing, designing collaborative initiatives that unite staff, students, and families around shared school values. By championing positive school culture and inclusive learning environments, you will drive community engagement and strengthen the school's Marist and learning identity.

College Executive

As a member of the College Executive, the Director of College Operations will:

• possess highly developed leadership and teamwork, communication and strategic planning skills
• contribute openly and positively to the College Executive
• be responsible for the implementation of the College Strategic Plan and Annual Improvement Plan, especially in relation to student academic achievement
• act in a supportive and/or supervisory capacity for activities within the College as directed by the Principal/Assistant Principal
• be enthusiastically and actively involved in the co-curricular program of the school such as attending College camps/retreats, College CAPA productions, debating/public speaking and other activities nominated by the Principal.

You Will have attained

• a tertiary qualification in Education
• eligibility according to the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA)
• Religious Education qualifications as per Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach, and Lead.

Any offer of employment with Sydney Catholic Schools is subject to screening completed by the Central Office People & Culture Services team.

Working With Children Check (WWCC)

This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.

SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.