Deputy Principal, Shalom College

Position: Deputy PrincipalLocation: Shalom College, Bundaberg
Salary Range: $148,812 – $160,193 (including 12.75% superannuation)Tenure: Full Time
Commencing: 20 January 2025
Closing Date: Friday 19 July 2024, 5:00pmShalom College, Bundaberg is a Secondary Catholic College administered by Catholic Education - Diocese of Rockhampton. Its 1500 students from Year 7 to 12 students are offered a diverse curriculum through a modern, well-equipped school with a wide range of co-curricular activities including instrumental music, choirs, interschool sport, retreats, camps and various clubs and societies.Shalom College aims to provide an excellent and holistic education grounded in the mission of Jesus, infused with the values of the Gospel and based on the traditions of Catherine McAuley and Edmund Rice.Shalom College's mission is to create a culture that carefully nurtures growth and the students' connectedness to their world, the protection of a fragile environment and each other. Shalom Colleges aims to harness and channel the optimism of the young and their desire to make a difference in the world thereby providing renewed hope and confidence in tomorrow for all.What we are looking forApplications are now open for Deputy Principal commencing January 2025. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for applicants demonstrating deep commitment to Catholic education, who actively participate in the faith life of their parish, and who have strong teaching experience, academic qualifications and leadership qualities.The Deputy Principal role is to provide general leadership in support of the Principal in the achievement of the acknowledged mission and goals of the school community and areas delegated by the Principal as designated in the Deputy’s duty statement. The Deputy Principal may act in place of the Principal during periods of Principal’s absence. The Deputy Principal's primary role is to assist the Principal in ensuring suitably qualified staff are sourced for the College and for the welfare, well-being and professional support of the College staff.We are seeking a faith inspired professional educator with vision, energy and a demonstrated commitment to the welfare of students.Key leadership qualities and capabilitiesTo exercise leadership in the holistic development of the young people within the College as part of the Leadership team.

• Efficient organisation of routine College operation
• Development of and active participation in the Catholic Ethos of the College
• Progressive development of contemporary curriculum structures and best practice teaching and learning
• Participation in and organisational contribution to whole staff professional growth
• Active involvement in the faith formation of the staff and Religious education curriculum for the students
• Visible involvement in the College co-curricular life and community participation initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to lead high performing collaborative teams

We are seeking to appoint a leader who

• has a sound understanding of, and commitment to Catholic education
• has experience of successful leadership in Catholic education
• can foster a culture of inspirational teaching and learning and lead the development and implementation of
• school improvement initiatives
• has the interpersonal skills to build partnerships within the school and with the local community
• is willing to provide leadership in areas delegated by the Principal in the Deputy Principal duty statement, and
• can lead in ways that are consistent with:

• the message of Jesus and the Gospels
• Catholic church teachings, principles and values
• Diocesan policies and directives
• Catholic Education Diocese of Rockhampton - Charter

For more information, please review the .What we offer

• Competitive salary range $148,812 - $160,193 (pending experience)
• Salary packaging options
• Superannuation up to 12.75% contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)
• Leadership development opportunities
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service (portability of Long Service Leave may also be applicable)
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Access to corporate health schemes with either (Bupa or Westfund Health Insurance)
• Excellent leave entitlements to suit various situations

How to apply * Complete the application questions below

• Upload a Cover Letter (addressed to the Diocesan Director, Mr Michael McCusker) and Current Resume
• Upload supporting documentation (ie. QCT Registration, marriage certificate, court order, change of name certificate, Birth Certificate, Passport or Visa (if applicable), Teaching statements of service (if applicable), Statements of Competencies/Qualifications/ Academic transcripts, Accreditation to Teach documentation).
• Applicants must read, understand and accept, as an explicit term of contract, the requirements of the

for employment in Catholic Schools. * Applicants must read
as well as policies * Upload a written response with reference to the Key Characteristics (as outlined above) and
to support your response.Further information

• For a confidential conversation please contact Mr Dan McMahon, Principal, Shalom College, Bundaberg on 07 4155 8111 or Mr Stephen Dale, Assistant Director: School - Southern Region on 07 4994 8000.
• For further information regarding the remuneration package, please contact Employee Support Services
• Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications close: Friday, 19 July 2024, 5:00pm.Catholic Education is committed to best practice in student protection policies and procedures and is an equal opportunity employer.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.#bethedifference