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COMPASSION LOYALTY JUSTICE INTEGRITY RESPONSIBILITY MUTUAL RESPECT APPLICATION PACKAGE HEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
C O M PA S S I O N L O Y A LT Y J U S T I C E I N T E G R I T Y R E S P O N S I B I L I T Y M U T U A L R E S P E C T
APPLICATION PACKAGEHEAD OF JUNIOR SCHOOL
From the Principal
Thank you for your interest in working at Mercedes College.
Mercedes is a Catholic Reception to Year12 co-educational College in the Mercy tradition located in the foothills of Adelaide, South Australia. It was established in 1954 and has a tradition of being forward-looking and innovative. This is evidenced by the College being one of the first schools in Australia to offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum, with the IB Diploma first being delivered to students in 1989. The IB Middle Years Programme (IB MYP) was instigated in 1997, with the IB Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) beginning in the following year.
To this day the College continues to be one of a small number of school across the globe that offers all three IB Programmes. Senior students are also able to select to study the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) should this better suit their learning style. The College’s ongoing accreditation by the Council of International Schools (CIS) is testimony to our commitment to being outstanding in all aspects of our operations.
Both our Catholic values, as evidenced on a daily basis by our commitment to living by the Mercy Keys, and the IB philosophy fit well the College’s intention to assist young people to flourish in all areas of their humanity.
The College is split into three levels of schools all of which are on the same campus. The Junior School (R to 5) has a strong philosophy of enquiry within its teaching programmes and is strongly child centred in its practices.
The Junior School comprises approximately 300 students and is a vibrant and happy part of the College.
The Head of Junior School is responsible to the Principal for the day-to-day organisation and curriculum development of Reception - Year 5. The Head of Junior School is a member of the College’s Executive Leadership Team.
I invite you to view our website www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au to learn more about the College.
Peter Daw
Principal
Our ideal candidate will have an established reputation as an outstanding teacher and leader within a pre-kindergarten to Year 5 setting.
You will be a person of outstanding character and leadership ability and be able to model and inspire others to uphold the School’s vision, mission and values.
You will be an experienced or emerging leader who is committed to personal development.
Importantly, you will support the Catholic tradition and practices so that you can encourage excellence in education.
Submitting Your ApplicationYour written application for the role of Head of Junior School is to be addressed to the Principal, Mr Peter Daw and should include:
1. a covering letter;
2. a summary addressing the criteria document detailing how your personal strengths and experiences align with the capabilities required to be successful in the role;
3. a curriculum vitae (including two workplace referees);
4. a completed application declaration form;
5. a copy of your Teachers Registration, Responding to Abuse and Neglect Certificate and First Aid training.
Please save your application as one PDF and submit it by 4.00pm on Friday 27 July 2018 via email to Amanda Dyson: [email protected].
For more information on the role please contact Mr Peter Daw on 08 8372 3218.
About You
1. Be responsible to the Principal for the educational, pastoral and spiritual leadership of students in Reception to Year 5 in order to fulfil the College’s Mission and Vision Statement and Strategic Plan.
2. Demonstrate a commitment to uphold, support and contribute to the Catholic ethos of the College in the Mercy tradition and be willing to participate and contribute to the life of Mercedes College and the wider community.
3. Participate in the College’s Executive Leadership Team and support the R to 12 development of the College.
4. With the Director of Teaching and Learning, Director of Curriculum and Programmes and the IB PYP Coordinator manage the R to 5 curriculum of the College.
5. Possess good communication skills, to be able to communicate effectively with Level of School staff, students, parents and other stakeholders.
6. Be expected to develop Annual Action Plans which are consistent with the College’s annual focus. These plans are to be presented to the Principal by the beginning of Term 1 each year.
7. Set the tone of the Junior School in regard to student expectations and work closely with pastoral staff, students and parents.
8. Comply with, and support, Workplace, Health and Safety practices.
9. Participate in College organised professional development.
10. Maintain and develop contemporary teaching and learning methodologies through exploration of faith perspectives, curriculum development, learning technologies and pastoral welfare.
11. Meet regularly with the Principal and other Heads of School.
Criteria for Applicants Head of Junior School
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Surname: Dr / Mr / Mrs / Ms / Other
Given Names:
Former Names:
Date of Birth:
Address: Postcode:
Email:
Phone: Home: Mobile:
Teacher Registration No. TRB / DCSI Expiry Date:
Please include a photocopy/scan of your current teacher's registration certificate (if applicable).
Position for which application is made:
Please respond to the questions below and sign the declaration at the end of this form:
1. Have you ever been investigated, charged, arrested, reported for or pleaded or found guilty of any criminal offence? (Tick ‘no’ where an expiation notice only was received) Yes No
2. Have you ever received a written counselling or warning or been dismissed or resigned following allegations of improper or unprofessional conduct or unsatisfactory work performance? Yes No
3. Have you ever or are you currently the subject of an investigation or any other process relating to alleged unsatisfactory performance or misconduct by you as an employee? Yes No
4. Have you ever been the subject of allegations of misconduct by you of a sexual nature towards or in relation to a child (person under 18 years of age) or towards any other person to whom you were responsible for providing education or other services?
Yes No 5. Our process includes asking referees whether there are any child protection concerns in your
regard. Do you foresee any problem arising from this process? Yes No 6. (If applicable) Do you have conditions on your SA teacher registration? N/A Yes No
Please note: If you answer 'yes' to any of the above questions, you are required to provide comprehensive supporting details, including relevant documentation in order to be considered for employment (please attach with your application). If you choose not to answer one or more of the above questions, please indicate by ticking the box below that you wish to meet with the Principal (or delegate) to discuss. I have opted not to answer one or more of the above questions and ask that a meeting be arranged between the Principal
(or their delegates) and me.
Please note: If you wish a meeting to be arranged you must submit your application at least one week prior to the closing date. Further information and ongoing requirements Evidence of a criminal history that may be unrelated to any risk of harm to children will not automatically preclude a person from being or remaining employed. The requirement for full and honest disclosure is a condition of initial and ongoing engagement. In signing this form you declare that you are a fit and proper person of good character, and if you are successful in your application, you will notify the Principal should there be a relevant change in your circumstances; for example, criminal charges and convictions, restraining orders, intervention orders, injunctions, disciplinary proceedings and investigations. Declaration I understand that any false or misleading information I provide will result in me not being considered for employment or may result in the termination of my employment. I declare that I have answered this Employment Declaration Form truthfully.
Signed: Date:
OFFICE USE:
Principal's signature:
Date:
Referred on: Date:
CESA Employment Declaration To be considered for employment in any capacity in CESA, you must complete all parts of this Declaration, including by providing additional, supporting information and documentation where a “Yes” response has been recorded. You will not be considered for employment unless you complete the Declaration and provide comprehensive and complete information as necessary. If you have any questions about the Declaration, please contact your school or CEO (Human Resources Team on 8301 6853).
Applicant Declaration FormConfidential to the Principal
540 Fullarton Road Springfield South Australia 5062 T +61 8 8372 3200 F +61 8 8379 [email protected] www.mercedes.catholic.edu.au
