Location: Florey, ACT 
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Full-time  
Salary: $145,189 full-time equivalent plus superannuation. Salary is determined based on years of teaching service.   
Start Date:  Commencing Term 1, 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 3 November 2024

About St Francis Xavier College
St Francis Xavier College is a comprehensive 7 -12 Catholic secondary school of 1200 students located in the heart of Belconnen and has an outstanding reputation for leading excellence and innovation in learning and teaching. As a member of the College, the successful candidate will demonstrate a love of learning and foster innovation and aspiration for the College vision. 

St Francis Xavier College is part of the Catholic Education, Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn (CECG), which operates 56 Catholic Systemic Schools and nine Early Learning Centres across ACT and NSW. 

CECG is committed to workforce diversity and creating inclusive workplaces. We welcome applications from suitable candidates from all diversity groups to support our system of schools and early learning centres in delivering quality education outcomes for the students in our care. 

About the Role 
Join us as a Coordinator at our school, where you'll balance teaching responsibilities with dynamic leadership! Oversee teaching and learning, guide curriculum implementation, and foster innovative practices. Support positive student behavior, manage relief staff, and collaborate on our annual improvement plan. If you’re passionate about education and ready to make a difference, we want to hear from you!

Benefits and Opportunities 

• A positive and collaborative workplace culture 
• 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 
• Opportunities to transfer to other schools within the Archdiocese across ACT and NSW to support lifestyle choice 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead and model high impact teaching practices across all learning areas in Physical Education to progress student engagement and achievement.
• Utilise research and evidence to lead best practice in curriculum, teaching and learning in Physical Education.
• Assist in the implementation of legislative and CECG policy and practice to ensure the College meets its compliance obligations with respect to student wellbeing.  
• Support the Assistant Principal Student Wellbeing to review, develop and monitor programs, practices, calendars, protocols, reporting and record keeping processes to ensure compliance with College Agreed Practices in the Year group for which they have responsibility.
• With the support of the Assistant Principal Student Wellbeing manage day to day student behavioural issues.
• Lead the formation and capacity development of the of the Pastoral team.
• Assist the Assistant Principal Student Wellbeing and Executive develop staff Professional Learning.
• Develop and assist with the development of College events, initiatives and programmes in consultation with the Assistant Principal Student Wellbeing and Principal.
• Collaborate in the management of students at risk, including the preparation of documentation and communication to teachers, coordinators, families and students.
• Ensure that the Assistant Principal Student Wellbeing is kept informed about significant issues relating to students’ academic wellbeing and progress.

Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching.
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) registration.

Selection Criteria 

1. Extensive teacher experience and demonstrated leadership experience in Physical Education;
2. Highly sophisticated written and verbal communication skills for a range of audiences;
3. Excellent knowledge and understanding of professional practice in education, relevant legislation, initiatives, and current research in education;
4. Demonstrated experience in implementing policy and strategic directions to improve student learning and wellbeing;
5. Demonstrated knowledge and effective application of contemporary evidence-based practices in education;
6. The ability to form productive partnerships and constructive relationships with staff, students, families and College partners; and
7. The ability to prioritise tasks and the capacity to work on multiple, competing priorities.

Please refer to the position description for in-depth details regarding the position duties, criteria, and skill set required. 
 
Other Eligibility Criteria 

• You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident to be eligible to apply for this position. 
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CECG policy. 

Application Process 

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and current resume including a statement of suitability against the skills, attributes, and experience as outlined in the Position Description. 

This position involves working with children. The appointment of successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with CE policy. 

For further information about the School please visit our website. Information about the Catholic Education Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn can be accessed here. 

Position-specific queries: Please contact Sandra Darley on 02 6258 1055 or via email Sandra.Darley@cg.catholic.edu.au.

Application queries: Please contact the Recruitment team on 02 6234 5427 or via email recruitment@cg.catholic.edu.au. 

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