AddressAbout the school:
Irene McCormack Catholic College, a vibrant co-educational secondary school in Butler, is seeking an inspiring and visionary Principal to lead our community.
The College embraces its partnerships with St Andrew’s Parish, Clarkson, and the parish primary schools of St Andrew’s Catholic Primary School and St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School. Additionally, the College welcomes families from other schools and faith backgrounds. We are grounded in the charism of Saint Mary MacKillop and Sr. Irene McCormack, fostering a Christ-centred, child-focused environment that encourages courage and resilience.
We aspire to be a leader in contemporary education, integrating digital technologies and innovative teaching practices. Our goal is to maintain high academic and pastoral standards, promoting independent learning, critical thinking and a passion for life-long learning among our students.
Our strong pastoral care system and vibrant House structure support our core values of Prayer, Service and Justice, aligned with the Quality Catholic Education Framework. We value parent involvement and are committed to continuous improvement through our Strategic Plan 2024-2027 and the new Master Capital Development Plan.
Join us in leading Irene McCormack Catholic College into a future of endless possibilities.
The community seeks a Principal who:
- Demonstrates active, visible faith and fosters a culture of reflection on faith and values among students and staff.
- Respects the past and enhances the College's charism of Sr. Irene McCormack and St. Mary MacKillop, nurturing relationships with the Sisters of Saint Joseph and the McCormack Family.
- Commits to personal and staff catechesis and faith development.
- Leads through collaboration, school improvement and innovation, informed by data and educational research.
- Cultivates a culture recognising every student's potential to learn and achieve.
- Prioritises the dignity, safety and wellbeing of students, ensuring their voices are heard.
- Adheres to the CEWA Code of Conduct and provides a safe, supportive environment for students and staff.
- Empowers and utilises the leadership skills of teachers and students.
Essential Selection Criteria:
- Practising Catholic and experienced educator committed to Catholic education.
- Accredited for Leadership of a Catholic School Community or equivalent.
- Minimum four (4) year tertiary qualification (progress towards a master's or higher is advantageous).
- Current Teacher Registration for Western Australia (TRBWA).
- Current WA Working With Children Check (WA WWCC).
Benefits:
- Competitive remuneration based on school size and enrolment numbers.
- Additional 2.5% superannuation above guarantee.
- Vehicle available for personal use with co-contribution.
- System Leaders Renewal Leave.
- Additional leave for wellbeing and Catholic Day.
- Access to high quality professional learning and development.
- Discounted rates on corporate health insurance and wellbeing initiatives.
Future Organisational Considerations:
During the contractual period of the appointed principal, discussions may occur of the potential opportunity for the amalgamation of Irene McCormack Catholic College with St Francis of Assisi Catholic Primary School.
Applicant Instructions:
Applicants will need to produce an application which includes a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, professional references and a leadership SAO. All applications are received through the website which will require you to create or log-in to your personal profile.
Curriculum Vitae
- Employment history including specific dates for leadership positions.
- Professional qualifications.
- Accreditation status, attainment date and number.
- TRBWA and WA WWCC numbers and expiry dates.
References
- Contact information for three (3) professional referees: a person with whom you are currently working, a person with whom you have worked in the past two (2) to five (5) years and a current employer or superior.
- Send a copy of the Referee Report Template (below) to each of your three (3) professional referees and ask them to return the report to ***************@cewa.edu.au by the closing date.
- Contact information (preferably mobile phone number) of your parish priest for the purpose of him being contacted for a verbal reference.
Cover letter
- Write a cover letter succinctly addressing the school context as advised through the School Criteria listed in the advertisement. This should be a maximum of three (3) pages.
SAO (applicants are asked to limit their responses to two (2) pages per pillar)
- Situation: What circumstances prompted the need for you to initiate or implement an improvement strategy?
- Action: What specific actions did you take and/or lead?
- Outcome: What were the outcomes of your actions? What did you learn?
Using the SAO model please articulate your philosophy and provide examples of two (2) initiatives you have been involved in at leadership level in each of the pillars:
- Catholic Identity;
- Education;
- Community; and
- Stewardship.
Links to the documents for your application:
Duties and Responsibilities of the Principal
Irene McCormack Catholic College Provision for Principal
Irene McCormack Timeline
Referee Report 2024
To Apply please click on the APPLY NOW button. Applications close at 2pm on 24 July 2024.
For any queries please contact: ***************@cewa.edu.au.
