Deputy Principal | Instructional Leader (0.6FTE)

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools • Full-time • St Kilda, VIC, AU • 5d ago

Role Description/CriteriaEmployment Details: Deputy Principal | Instructional Leader | St Mary's Primary School

Ongoing Full-Time Position
Three-Year Deputy Principal Position of Leadership
0.6 FTE Deputy Principal supported by 0.4FTE Administration Coordinator
Commencement – As soon as practicable

About St Mary'sSt Mary's Primary School is a welcoming and inclusive Catholic learning community inspired by the charism of Nano Nagle and the Presentation Sisters. With a dedicated and collaborative staff, an engaged parent community and a clear vision for the future, St Mary's is committed to strengthening instructional excellence, fostering student wellbeing and building a culture where every learner—and every staff member—can flourish.About the RoleThe Deputy Principal is the second educational leader of the school and works in close partnership with the Principal to advance the school's vision, strategic priorities and Catholic mission. St Mary's has intentionally designed its leadership model to maximise educational leadership while ensuring efficient school operations.The Deputy Principal is allocated 0.6 FTE leadership release, incorporating responsibility for the portfolios of:

Learning and Teaching
Assessment and Reporting
Student Wellbeing

The role is complemented by a dedicated 0.4 FTE Administration Coordinator, who provides leadership across administration and school operations, including staffing, communications, timetabling support and organisational systems. This complementary leadership model has been intentionally designed to maximise instructional leadership by enabling the Deputy Principal to prioritise coaching, curriculum leadership, student wellbeing and whole-school improvement while ensuring the efficient operation of the school.We are seeking a leader who will:

provide exemplary leadership within a Catholic learning community
champion a culture of high expectations, inclusion and continuous improvement
lead evidence-informed teaching and learning
build staff capability through coaching, mentoring and professional learning
lead the strategic use of assessment and student achievement data
promote student wellbeing, engagement and belonging
support the implementation of the School Improvement Plan and Annual Action Plan
ensure the effective day-to-day leadership and operation of the school.

Why St Mary's?At St Mary's, you'll join a school that values innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement. You'll work alongside a supportive leadership team and dedicated staff who are committed to providing outstanding learning opportunities for every student.This is an outstanding opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future direction of a growing Catholic primary school while continuing your own leadership journey.Application ProcedurePlease submit a cover letter, current resume and a completed application form, including the names of two referees. Please submit the job through "Apply for Job" button.

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