AddressThe Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia invites applications for the role of Director of School Improvement and Wellbeing.
As a member of the Executive team, the successful candidate will report directly to the Executive Director and will play a critical role in shaping the future of Catholic education in Western Australia.
The Role
This full-time, 5-year appointment commences on 1 January 2025 and concludes on 31 December 2029.
The Director of School Improvement and Wellbeing will lead initiatives to enhance educational quality and promote the wellbeing of students and staff across CEWA's network of schools.
What we can offer you
- Superannuation is provided at the rate of 2.5% above the legislated Superannuation Guarantee
- 5 days additional paid leave when the office is closed (over Christmas and Easter)
- Relocation package available for eligible candidates
- Salary packaging in line with our not-for-profit status
- Free onsite parking
- Corporate healthcare discounts
- Employee assistance program.
Skills and Experience:
- Provides witness to Catholic Education’s role in the life and mission of the Church in Western Australia.
- Accreditation for Leadership.
- Demonstrates capacity to articulate an understanding of the Catholic Church’s mission in school education.
- Experience in fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement to drive organisational excellence.
- Demonstrated success building positive relationships and engaging and influencing effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, government agencies, and community organisations.
- Extensive experience and success in senior leadership roles within the education sector.
- Experience leading significant strategy that relates to school and system improvement reforms.
- Experience in leading and developing high performing teams dedicated to the mission of the organisation.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in education-related fields at or above master’s level.
- Strong understanding of educational best practices, curriculum development, and pedagogical approaches.
- Be able to travel inter- and intra- state, as required.
Further Information: Please refer to the Position Description for additional details including the selection criteria. For a copy, please email *******@cewa.edu.au.
Contact Person: Tania Lal, Talent Advisor on (08) 9380 18***email *******@cewa.edu.au
To Apply:
If you are eager to seize this exciting opportunity, kindly submit your application via the Apply Now button.
Your application should eloquently detail how your skills, knowledge, and personal attributes align with the requirements of this position.
Please submit the following:
1. Detailed Resume:
Provide a comprehensive resume spotlighting your academic qualifications, CEWA Accreditation status and work history, including notable achievements. Additionally, please supply the contact details for four professional referees and your parish priest. Feel welcome to include any other pertinent information you deem relevant to the role. Note: Kindly refrain from including certified copies of degrees, academic transcripts, or accreditation certificates as the successful candidate will be requested to provide these upon appointment.
2. Cover Letter:
Your cover letter should describe your philosophy concerning leading School Improvement and Wellbeing initiatives. Please include the following components:
- An introductory paragraph articulating your philosophy.
- An example of a major School Improvement initiative that you have spearheaded at your current workplace or school, employing the "SAO" method:
- Situation: Describe the circumstances that necessitated review and improvement.
- Action: Specify the precise actions you undertook or led.
- Outcome: Detail the outcomes of your actions and any insights gained.
- Discuss the implications of your learning for systemic leadership of School Improvement. In your response, elaborate on communication strategies you would deploy to engage, inform, and empower staff from diverse teams and schools to enrich the School Improvement process.
Please ensure that your cover letter does not exceed four (4) pages in length.
Applications for this role close at 5pm, Friday, 28 June 2024.
A current National Police History Check issued by the Department of Education Western Australia and a valid Working with Children Check must be provided by the successful applicant.
Catholic Education Western Australia encourages applications from culturally diverse backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and individuals with disabilities or medical conditions who meet the requirements of this position.
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must be legally permitted to work in Australia.
Applicants must be fully supportive of the objectives and ethos of Catholic education.
