Director of Professional Learning and Development (POL 4) Commencing January 2025 Full Time Position of Leadership Marist Sion College is situated in Warragul, Gippsland. Warragul is a thriving rural town set amongst rolling green hills and dairy fields, on the lands of the Gunaikurnai and Bunurong People. It is 102 kilometres south-east of Melbourne, accessible directly from the M1 freeway and lies between the Strzelecki Ranges to the south and Mount Baw Baw Plateau to the north. Following extensive consultation and taking into account our new strategic plan, Marist-Sion College is excited to launch a revised Position of Leadership (POL) Model for our community, which is set to take effect in 2025. Marist-Sion College is seeking Leaders who: Are visionary and inspire a learning culture of high expectations Build a team-based culture that is self-reflective and build positive relationships with others Adopt an evidence-based approach, supporting targeted professional learning and monitoring progress in school improvement Create a sustainable future by working with data to change, adapt and grow About the role At Marist-Sion College, the Director of Professional Learning and Development oversees the professional learning plan for the College through a coaching approach. The role has an emphasis on engaging staff with developing and improving their practice as well as supporting graduate and early career teachers and new staff to the College. The Director of Professional Learning and Development leads the work of the Pedagogical Coaches to embed a culture of expert teacher practice. The successful applicant will be a registered teacher with the Victorian Institute of Teaching. A full-time ongoing teacher contract is offered with this appointment. The Position of Leadership (POL 4) is offered as a 4-year tenure. Our benefits include: $78,801 - $116,894 plus $12,890 (POL 4) + 11.5% super + salary packaging + 17.5% leave loading A warm and welcoming community A strong team culture based on relationships and trust Salary increases each January and July (Diocese of Sale Catholic Education Limited Schools and Secretariat Agreement 2022) Annual salary incremental progression as of 1 May Annual leave loading Salary Packaging Generous salary allowances Flexible leave day Parental leave – 16 weeks Parental leave superannuation up to 52 weeks Various leave options available Dedicated support from school leadership Access to the latest IT and resources in each classroom Urban/regional modern school with onsite parking and close to public transport Social events to foster community among staff and families Outstanding Catholic faith-based curriculum About our College Marist-Sion provides a quality education in the Catholic tradition for the young people of Warragul and surrounding districts. A hallmark of the College is the way students, staff, and parents work together to promote excellence in learning. The College works hard to enable each student to recognise their strengths so they can value learning for life and flourish as people. All staff work to ensure everyone in our community is known, valued, and safe. Applications are to include: Response to the College Leadership Statement How does it align with your personal leadership philosophy? How does it align with your personal leadership aspirations? Response to the College Strategic Priorities How would you activate leadership within the team you lead? Provide evidence of how you have positively impacted student learning outcomes and school improvement. How would you activate a culture of professional learning and development within the team you lead and across the College? Current Resume and 3 Referees (with at least one Referee being in the Principal class) Further information on this exciting opportunity and application process can be found by contacting the Human Resources Manager via 03 5623 5944 or 0418 286 963 or email Applications close Monday 14 October 2024 at 10.00am Marist Sion College is committed to the safety, wellbeing, participation, and empowerment of children. Staff are required to adhere to the School's Code of Conduct, Child Safety Policy and Procedure, the Mandatory Reporting Policy and be committed to the safety and wellbeing of children. The successful applicant must have the right to work in Australia, will be subject to background checks and required to provide a current VIT registration. #J-18808-Ljbffr