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Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement - Maitland
26/05/2025
08/06/2025
Permanent - Full Time
Maitland
Education, Childcare & Training
Join a Thriving Educational Community as Leader of Learning – Wellbeing & Engagement
Permanent Full-Time | Commencing 2026 All Saints’ College, Maitland
Are you a passionate and visionary educator ready to make a lasting impact on student wellbeing and engagement? All Saints’ College Maitland invites you to be part of something extraordinary as our next Leader of Learning – Wellbeing & Engagement.
About Us
All Saints’ College is a vibrant, coeducational Catholic secondary school (Years 7–12) located in the heart of Maitland. As the largest school in the Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle and one of the largest Catholic schools in NSW, we are proud to serve over 1,200 students and employ 185 dedicated staff across two dynamic campuses.
Our Junior Campus supports students in Years 7–10, while our Senior Campus is home to Years 11–12. With an exciting transition to a unified single-campus model on the horizon, this is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Catholic education in our region.
The Leader of Learning - Wellbeing & Engagement works in collaboration with the school leadership team and colleagues to ensure the promotion of student wellbeing in accordance with contemporary evidence-based principles. Across the school they will:
ensure the highest standards of student wellbeing and learning engagement
establish and maintain a culture of care and ensure proactive support for students and families
work with Leaders of Learning to develop and implement quality learning and wellbeing programs that support engagement and learning outcomes
establish a culture of collaborative and reflective practice
support individuals in identifying new experiences for their continual professional development
Desired Skills and Experience
EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA
Must be practising Catholic with an ability to articulate a clear understanding of and a personal commitment to Catholic education and the mission of the Church through Catholic schooL
Possess a comprehensive understanding of evidence-based engagement and learning principles, with demonstrated ability to effectively utilise data to optimise educational outcomes
Demonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders of student engagement and wellbeing
Deep knowledge of wellbeing programs, practices and strategies to enhance the social and emotional growth of students
Demonstrated capacity to ensure a culture of continuous improvement; to think and act strategically; and to support the Principal in leading the mission of the school
High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to maintain confidentiality; and develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
Prior leadership experience (Desirable)
QUALIFICATIONS
Four-year trained teacher classification and at least four years successful teaching experience consistent with the Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
NESA Teacher Accreditation
Current paid NSW Working with Children Check (WWCC) number
Completion of anaphylaxis training
Postgraduate study in education (e.g. Master of leadership, pastoral care and wellbeing) (Desirable)
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.
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 Tony McCudden, Principal on Tel: (02) 4933 6933 or via email: tony.mccudden@mn.catholic.edu.au
TO APPLY, CLICK ON THE APPLY BUTTON BELOW AND
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 is addressed under each heading and each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
Within your resume, please include two (2) references which are your current Principal and Line Manager
Preferred applicants will be asked to participate in orientation processes, including a formation conversation, following the interview, to introduce them to the local Parish context and the culture of the Catholic school.
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: Sunday 8th June 2025 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.
