Junior Studies Coordinator

Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn; Canberra; On-site; AUD 139,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

St Francis Xavier College, a large 7–12 Catholic secondary school in Canberra, seeks a Coordinator of Junior Studies to lead curriculum, teaching and learning across junior and senior studies. The role requires an experienced educator with a track record in curriculum leadership and a commitment to the College’s mission, vision, and Catholic education values.

The successful candidate will work within the Curriculum Leadership team, report to the Assistant Principals’ Curriculum and Innovation

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
• WWVP clearance.
• TQI registration.
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert leadership in curriculum, teaching and learning in junior and senior studies.
• Utilise best practice in current research, evidence and innovation to meet the needs of all learners.
• Report to the Assistant Principals’ Curriculum and Innovation and Teaching and Learning, and to the Principal.

Education

Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching

ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance

ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration

Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Job description

Salary Range: $154,326 plus superannuation

Employment Status: Full-time

Eligibility: Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident

Start Date: Negotiable

About St Francis Xavier College

St Francis Xavier College is a large 7 -12 comprehensive Catholic secondary school which has served the people of Canberra for nearly 50 years. We are dedicated to a learning culture of innovation and excellence and in supporting our students to become confident, curious and resilient learners, and as such have become a destination school in the Belconnen region.

About The Role

The Coordinator of Junior Studies is a specialist role in the College offering support and advice in teaching and learning in Junior Studies. The College is seeking a person who is committed to the vision of the College ‘Living the truth, leading with courage, learning for life’ and is invested in and will promote the mission of Catholic Education.

The successful applicant will be an experienced educator, will have demonstrated successful experience in curriculum leadership and will possess initiative, integrity and vision. The Coordinator will provide expert leadership in curriculum, teaching and learning in junior and senior studies, utilising best practice in current research, evidence and innovation to meet the needs of all learners. As a member of the Curriculum Leadership team, the Coordinator will report to the Assistant Principals’ Curriculum and Innovation and Teaching and Learning, and to the Principal in realising the vision and mission of the College.

Benefits And Opportunities

• Extensive training in our high-quality professional learning program, Catalyst
• Access to curriculum resources that support evidence-based, high-impact teaching practice
• 24 weeks of paid parental leave (maternity/adoption)
• Up to 14 weeks of paid parental leave (paternity/non-initial primary carer leave)
• Support for professional development and study opportunities
• Access our People Wellbeing Program, Flourish
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choices

Qualifications And Eligibility

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• ACT Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) clearance
• ACT Teacher Quality Institute (TQI) registration
• Accreditation in accordance with Work Teach and Lead in Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn policy

Application Process

Catholic Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn Education Limited (CACGEL) is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces and welcomes applications from candidates of all diversity groups to support schools and early learning centres to deliver quality education outcomes for students.

For further information about the College, please visit our website. Information about CACGEL can be accessed here.

Position-specific queries: Michael Wilkie on 02 6258 1055 or via [e-mail]

Application queries: Recruitment Team on 02 6234 5427 or via [e-mail]