Vice Principal

MacKillop is a Catholic Coeducational Secondary College with two campuses, set on approximately 20 hectares of beautiful gardens and playing fields. MacKillop is an innovative learning community offering contemporary facilities, a vibrant curriculum and supportive wellbeing programs which are respectful and responsive to the individual needs of approximately 1,750 students from Years 7-12. 

Our community 

• Invites passionate engagement in lifelong and authentic learning
• respects diversity and is responsive to individual wellbeing needs
• supports every member of our community in the pursuit of excellence

Vice Principal 

MacKillop College invites applications from experienced educators and faith leaders for the exciting role of Vice Principal of our College. This role will support the Principal in managing all aspects of College operations, lead continuous innovation, change processes, improvement initiatives, and work closely with the College leadership team to ensure our vision, strategic plan and educational goals are realised. 

As an outstanding educator and seasoned leader, we are looking for a highly collaborative and passionate role model and mentor for our 350 staff, who will bring expert level understanding of learning and teaching, excellent communication and organisational skills, and an ability to create professional and authentic relationships with staff, students, and families.

Our ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in managing College wide operations, with an ability to engender trust, bring together and empower our staff to apply their strengths for the benefit of our students, and to create a sustainable and safe learning environment for all.

This position of influence in our College will deputise for the College Principal as required, and support the development of a school culture that reflects both the Catholic ethos and charism of St Mary of the Cross MacKillop.

What you need to have: 

• Significant experience and proven track record in educational leadership roles   
• Strategic planning and implementation experience   
• Positive and solutions focused attitude 
• Expert partnership, collaboration and relationship building skills 
• A demonstrated commitment to work in a Catholic Education environment.

 Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Relevant post graduate qualifications in education and leadership 
• Current VIT registration
• A demonstrated understanding of current issues within the education sector 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with leading and managing complex innovation and change 

 The Benefits

• Attractive salary package, including a College vehicle   
• Senior leadership role working with a dynamic College Leadership team 
• Permanent Ongoing Position 
• The successful applicant can commence in 2024 or in January 2025

Application 

To apply for this role please visit https://www.mackillop.vic.edu.au/information/employment/ and obtain an application form and position description. Applications must include:

• Application for Employment Form.
• A current Curriculum Vitae.
• A covering letter.

Completed applications can be emailed to **********@mackillop.vic.edu.au 

Applications will close Monday 29 April 2024. Applications will be considered as they are received, and an appointment may be made anytime throughout the process.  

Further information If you have any questions about this role please contact Michael Trainor, Director People & Culture on 0439 560 ***.