Leader of Learning, HSIE - Mayfield

St Nicholas Early Education; Mayfield; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fitness program (Fitness Passport)

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Training and staff development

Paid parental leave

Long service leave

Job summary

San Clemente Catholic College Mayfield is seeking a permanent full-time Leader of Learning HSIE (1.0 FTE) to join the team, commencing January 2027. The school, a Catholic college in the Dominican tradition, focuses on contemporary, faith-filled education for Years 7–11 in 2026 and will welcome Year 12 in 2027.

Join a professional team dedicated to learning, wellbeing, and faith development for more than 800 students.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools.
• Proven success in leading professional learning and developing teachers as leaders in learning.
• Strong management to ensure assessment, teaching and learning programs run effectively.
• Ability to use data to improve educational outcomes and support school leadership.
• Excellent communication with staff, students and the wider school community.

Responsibilities

• Within their faculty they will ensure teaching standards are high and aligned with curriculum requirements.
• Lead and oversee the development and quality of teaching programs and learning outcomes.
• Establish a collaborative culture and reflective practice among staff.
• Support teachers’ professional development and career growth.
• Know students well to provide engaging learning focused on wellbeing.
• Champion evidence-based learning and effective pedagogical practices.

Skills

Catholic education commitment

Leadership in learning

Data-driven decision making

Communication & relationships

Strategic thinking

Education

Four-year trained teacher classification

NESA Teacher Accreditation

WWCC (NSW)

Anaphylaxis training

Postgraduate study in education (Desirable)

Job description

Are you a current employeeof the Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle, including the Catholic Schools Office? Go to the Careers Portal to search and apply for your next role.

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

San Clemente Catholic College Mayfield is seeking a permanent full time Leader of Learning HSIE (1.0 FTE) to join the team, commencing January 2027.

San Clemente Catholic College Mayfield is a Catholic school in the Dominican tradition, offering a contemporary and faith-filled education for students in Years 7-11 in 2026. As the College continues its growth, 2027 will mark a significant chapter in its history, with the inaugural Year 12 cohort completing the HSC and establishing San Clemente as a fully realised Years 7-12 Catholic college.

Join a professional and committed team dedicated to the learning, wellbeing and faith development of more than 800 students.

San Clemente Catholic College prides itself on being a diverse and multicultural community, welcoming students and families from a wide range of backgrounds. The College provides extensive opportunities for students to grow academically, spiritually and socially, while recognising that each individual brings unique talents, strengths and aspirations.

The College enjoys an excellent reputation within the community. Positive and respectful relationships between students, staff and families create a welcoming and harmonious environment where every individual is known, valued and supported. Through a compassionate and dedicated staff, the College fosters the potential of each student and responds to their spiritual, academic and wellbeing needs.

Committed to continuous improvement in all aspects of school life, San Clemente Catholic College places student wellbeing at the centre of learning and achievement. Strong pastoral care structures, high expectations and a commitment to contemporary, student-centred learning ensure students are challenged, supported and empowered to thrive.

Leaders of Learning work in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning principles. Within their faculty they will:

• ensure the highest standards of teaching practice
• lead and support the ongoing development, implementation and oversight of quality teaching programs and learning outcomes
• have deep understanding and expertise in KLA curriculum requirements
• establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
• support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development
• know their students and strive to provide engaging learning that supports student wellbeing.

The teacher will promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning) and will ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes. The teacher will acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools
• Demonstrated success in ensuring a culture of continuous improvement, creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning
• Demonstrated management and administrative skills to ensure assessment, and teaching and learning programs operate effectively and efficiently
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively utilise data to optimise organisational and educational outcomes, to think and act strategically, and to support the Leadership Team in leading the mission of the school
• High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive And respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
• Prior leadership experience (Desirable)
• Working towards Highly Accomplished or Lead Teaching Standards (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Four-year trained teacher classification with at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
• NESA Teacher Accreditation
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
• Completion of anaphylaxis training
• Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, educational leadership, IT, Curriculum) (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport T&C's apply)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Training and staff development programs
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

ContactEmma South, Principal on Tel: [phone]or via email: [e-mail]

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close:Monday16 November 2026at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement.Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.