Year 7 to 10 College – growing to Year 12 for 2023*.

The Catholic Education Commission Tasmania (CECT) is appointed by the Archbishop and is the overarching strategic planning and policy making body for Catholic education in Tasmania. CECT is the recognised governance authority for 35 Archdiocesan schools and colleges and the Tasmanian Catholic Education Office.

MacKillop Catholic College is a part of the CECT system of 35 schools. The College is located in Mornington, which is in greater Hobart and situated approx. 7 kilometres from the CBD. MacKillop is a Catholic co‐educational college currently catering for students from Year 7 to Year 10, with a student population of 573.

During 2020 the Deputy Premier and Archbishop Porteous announced the decision that three Catholic Colleges in Southern Tasmania intend to extend to Years 11 and 12 for 2023, with MacKillop being one of the three schools. This is very exciting news, long awaited by many in the MacKillop community.

*Subject to approvals

Living in Hobart

Hobart offers a contrasting blend of heritage, scenery and culture, with world class activities and attractions nearby. Nestled amongst the foothills of kunyani/ Mt Wellington, Hobart combines heritage charm with a modern lifestyle in a setting of exceptional beauty.

With a population of approx. 250,000 Hobart is Tasmania’s capital city and the second oldest capital in Australia, after Sydney. Located at the entrance to the Derwent River, its well-preserved surrounding bushland reaches close to the city centre and beaches line the shores of the river and estuary beyond.

Further Information

A range of additional information is available when you visit the College website at https://www.mackillop.tas.edu.au/

Position Overview

Position Title: Principal

Responsible to: Executive Director; through the Director of Schools – South

Position Purpose

The Principal is accountable for leadership of mission, evangelisation and learning within the school community to ensure the goals of Catholic education are achieved. The role is accountable for effective leadership of staff, students and the wider school community to ensure that students receive quality education in accordance with Catholic faith and Christian principles.

This is achieved through effective planning, direction, delivery, monitoring and assessment of curriculum, teaching programs, and cocurricular activities that support the core religious and educative dimensions. These activities require the effective and sustainable development, management and deployment of strategies, plans, staff and resources to support the future of the school and enhancement of system-wide Catholic Education effectiveness.

A full position description and a College organisation chart will be provided at a later stage in this project.

Commencement

The commencement date is negotiable. It could be from July this year; but no later than 1 January 2022.

Location

The College address is 2 Goondi St, Mornington. This is in the greater Hobart area, situated approx. 7 kilometres from the CBD.

Initial Priorities

• MacKillop Catholic College is a part of the exciting Project 23 which extends the provision of year 11 and 12 education in the greater Hobart region.
• The current strategic plan ends in 2020. The development of the next strategic plan has been paused until the new leader is appointed.

Conditions of Employment

• The remuneration package will be discussed as we move through the process.
• Initial contract is for 4 years with option for two additional 4-year contracts.
• Reasonable relocation assistance (if required) will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
• Full registration with the Tasmanian Teachers Registration Board at time of commencement of duties.
• Current motor vehicle licence.
• Working with Vulnerable People registration.
• Satisfactory National Police History Check.

Selection Criteria

We invite expressions of interest from people who align with the following:

• A practicing Catholic whose faith is visible and inspiring in daily life and work.
• Experience in Catholic secondary school Leadership with the desire and capacity to grow a school to include Years 11 and 12.
• The ability to articulate an educational vision that incorporates Catholic beliefs and values into all facets of school life and learning.
• A collaborative leader with an accessible and approachable style and the capacity for building community.
• Qualifications in Education and Religion with a personal focus on continual professional learning.

Are You Interested in this Opportunity?

If you are interested in this role, simply complete the ‘Express Your Interest’ panel on this page; or email jobs@traksearch.com quoting ref number TS1454. Whichever you choose, please provide a brief resume and contact (mobile) telephone number.

Please also view another CET Principal opportunity for St James Catholic College in Cygnet – click here. Cygnet is in the Huon Valley and located about 55 km south-west of Hobart.

If you are NOT interested in either role but would like to be advised of future leadership positions, click here to register for our job alerts.

Questions can be directed to either (a) Director John Chesher (0417 068 220) or (b) email to jobs@traksearch.com.

The timeline and details for this project are outlined below. All emails and applications are acknowledged within 48 hours.

The Selection Process

Key dates as follows:

Significant aspects of this project include:

• At the outset you will not be required to: complete an application form; provide a lengthy, comprehensive document to address the selection criteria; or supply referee details.
• Trak Search will arrange to have a brief telephone conversation with people interested in this role. At this time:
  • additional information will be provided to you.
  • we will ask you to nominate (for future use) a work-related referee and a Catholic priest referee. Note that no contact with referees will occur without your express consent.
• Closing is 5.00pm on the date shown above. However, a late application could be accepted, providing it does not adversely impact other applications or the CET schedule.
• On Monday 7^th June all resumes will be forwarded by Trak Search to CET. The shortlisting will occur on the following day.
• From Monday 7^th June all contact regarding this role (including invitations to interview and unsuccessful advice) will occur directly between applicants and CET, with Trak Search not involved.
• All information provided to Trak Search will be made available prior to shortlisting, in confidence, to the Executive Director or nominees unless you instruct Trak Search otherwise.

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