Location:  St John Paul II College
Employment Type: Permanent  
Employment Status: Full-time  
Salary: $145,189
Start Date: January 27, 2025
Closing Date: 11.55 pm, Sunday 3 November

About St John Paul II College

St John Paul II College (JPC) is a Catholic, co-educational secondary school serving families in the north of Canberra. At JPC, we strive for excellence in teaching so that our students are offered every opportunity for success in their learning. Teachers at JPC are provided structured professional learning opportunities including a focus on offering students an excellent education through the implementation of the Science of Learning as expressed through Catholic Education Canberra and Goulburn’s ‘Catalyst’ program.

By joining JPC you will benefit from recent changes to our timetable including an increase in explicit teaching time and focus on routines to maximise student engagement. Staff are located in Faculty-based staffrooms to promote a focus on the delivery of quality teaching and learning programs. All staff have access to Flourish, a system-wide dedicated People Wellbeing Program offering in-time support.

St John Paul II 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 

We are seeking a dynamic and committed person to join our community as the Mission and Ministry Coordinator commencing in Semester One 2025.

The Mission and Ministry Coordinator at St John Paul II College plays a vital role in leading and shaping the vision and mission of the school. This role, in collaboration with the Principal and Executive Team, is responsible for fostering the spiritual development of staff, students, and families, embedding Catholic perspectives within learning experiences, and promoting the school as a Christ-centered community. The Mission and Ministry Coordinator contributes to the strategic direction of the school, ensuring that its faith life remains at the core of all activities and initiatives.

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 
• Involvement in our Professional Growth Program including: Professional Learning Communities, Instructional Coaching, and Career Mentoring
• 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 the spiritual life and spiritual development of the school community.
• Collaboratively develop, facilitate and promote Christ-centered faith formation, prayer and liturgical experiences and opportunities for staff, students, and parents. 
• Build the capacity of staff to animate the Religious Life of the School.
• Encourage the continuing personal, spiritual, and professional development of staff.
• Build the capacity of teachers and support colleagues to embed Catholic perspectives across all subject areas.
• Create a culture of ongoing improvement, formation and professional learning.
• Embed collaborative practices in the school, implementing professional dialogue within the school that is informed by feedback, analysis of current research and practice to improve the Religious Life of the School.
• Be an effective member of the School Leadership Team working collaboratively to support the spiritual wellbeing and growth of all staff and students.
• Lead the school community in faith and build a culture of faith and learning that is Christ centered.
• Ensure the integration of the spiritual development of students in pastoral care policies.
• Collaboratively develop, facilitate and promote the school’s Catholic social justice and Catholic charitable works initiatives.
• Work closely with priests and the parish community to foster strong relationships with all parish agencies.

Qualifications  

• Bachelor of Teaching or Master of Teaching
• Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration.
• Teaching Quality Institute (TQI) accreditation.
• Must have completed, be due to complete or a willingness to complete Accreditation D and E, according to the Accreditation to work, teach and lead in a Catholic School Policy.

Selection Criteria 

1. Clearly articulate the aims of Catholic education and the evangelising mission of Catholic schools.
2. Lead and build capacity of staff to animate the Religious Life of the School.
3. Lead and build capacity of staff to provide Christ-centered faith formation, prayer, and liturgical experiences.
4. Collaboratively develop, facilitate and promote student and staff retreat programs.
5. Evaluate, analyse, and use data to inform future strategic planning in the Religious Life of the School.
6. Demonstrate contemporary pedagogy that focuses on improving student outcomes in Religious Education, including implementing High Impact Teaching Practices.
7. Effectively communicate with a variety of stakeholders to build strong relationships
8. Collaboratively develop, facilitate and promote the school’s Catholic social justice, charitable works, and outreach initiatives.

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

• Must be a qualified Teacher with a minimum of five years’ experience.
• Must have completed, be due to complete or a willingness to complete Accreditation D and E, according to the Accreditation to work, teach and lead in a Catholic School 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 Nicola Grieb on 6163 4801 or via email Nicola.grieb@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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