Leader of Curriculum - Gateshead

St Mary's Catholic College Gateshead is seeking a Permanent Full Time Leader of Curriculum to join the team January 2027. St Mary’s Catholic College, Gateshead, is a co-educational year 7 to 12 College founded in the finest tradition of the Josephite sisters. It is recognised and acclaimed as a safe, disciplined, welcoming and caring community. It is a school where paramount importance is given to building and nurturing quality relationships; providing excellence in teaching and learning aligned with the Visible Learning Framework; setting and maintaining high standards and expectations in all dimensions of college life and providing a sound spiritual framework for students' personal growth and development as learners and as people. A fundamental belief underpinning college life is a commitment to service in the spirit of the Gospel, which honours the college motto ‘Ready to Serve’.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The purpose of this role is to:

• Oversight of all curriculum organisation matters.
• Working closely with the Assistant Principal (Learning and Teaching) to ensure the smooth management of all matters pertaining to curriculum.
• Maintain currency of assessment - updating on systems as necessary and ensuring compliance with NESA & CSO.
• Promote the school as a place of learning and excellence in accordance with contemporary evidence-based learning and wellbeing principles (including digital learning).
• Ensure the ongoing development and implementation of pedagogical practices that impact on student learning outcomes.
• Acknowledge and agree to the requirement to work within the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers.

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

• Ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schools.
• A deep understanding of the NSW Curriculum Framework, including the Australian Curriculum and the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) syllabuses.
• Demonstrated organisational skills and ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Capacity to learn and utilise relevant school systems and other platforms.
• An understanding of contemporary, evidence-informed practices and policies related to teaching and learning and student wellbeing.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and the capacity to develop and sustain productive relationships within and beyond the school community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum qualifications as a four year trained teacher.
• Active NESA Accreditation.
• Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number.
• Completion of anaphylaxis training.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2025.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

• Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow.
• A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply).
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Training and staff development programs.
• Paid parental leave for eligible employees.
• Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Brett Donohoe, Principal on Tel: (02) 4944 4800 or via email: brett.donohoe@mn.catholic.edu.au.

TO APPLY

Please provide a cover letter along with your resume. Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words. Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted. Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn. Applications close: Wednesday 3rd June at 11.59pm.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese’s Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese’s Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.