Thank you for your interest in employment at Simonds Catholic College
All staff in a Catholic school have an indispensable role to play.
It is expected of all staff employed at Simonds Catholic College:
- Accept the Catholic educational philosophy of the school;
- Develop and maintain an adequate understanding of those aspects of Catholic teaching that touch upon their subject areas and other aspects of their work;
- By their teaching and other work and by personal example, strive to help students to understand, accept and appreciate Catholic teaching and values;
- Avoid, whether by word, action or public lifestyle, influence upon students that is contrary to the teaching and values of the Church community in whose name they act;
- Comply with the accreditation policy of the CECV to teach in a Catholic school and other CECV policies;
- Be committed to regular ongoing professional development;
- Be qualified as required by state authorities.
Simonds Catholic College is a Child Safe School. Our College Community is committed to the protection, wellbeing and inclusion of all the children in our care.
Child Protection
Applicants should have a
- Strong commitment to boys' education and the values and ethos of Catholic education, including providing a safe environment for our students.
- Thorough understanding and adherence to Ministerial Order 1359 on Child Safety, as it pertains to the college's Code of Conduct, policies, procedures, and practices.
- Commitment to upholding a zero-tolerance attitude towards child abuse and ensuring the provision of a safe and inclusive environment for all students, regardless of background or ability.
- Understanding of strategies that promote cultural safety, accessibility, and wellbeing for Aboriginal children, children from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, and children with disabilities.
Employment Opportunities
POSITION 1
Teacher of MATHEMATICS
We invite suitably qualified, engaging teachers with a passion for learning to apply for a Teaching Position commencing, to teach:
- Unit 1 & 2 Foundation Maths
- Yr 7-10 Maths
The successful candidate will:
- have current VIT registration
- be constantly striving for excellence in their teaching and have high expectations of their students
- motivate students of all abilities to learn through an innovative approach to teaching so that they reach their potential
- have high level skills in the use of technology in their teaching and in the monitoring of student learning and growth
- connect positively with students and show genuine care for their learning and wellbeing.
Graduates are welcome to apply. This a contract position for Semester 2, with a possibility for ongoing. Ideally the successful candidate is able to commence on Monday, 24 June (one week before the end of Term 2).
How to Apply
Candidates must have the relevant rights to work in Australia and hold current registration with the Victorian Institute of Teaching.
A combined application letter and resume should be forwarded to Angie McGuire, PA to the Principal via amcguire@sccmelb.catholic.edu.au
Applications Close Tuesday, 14 May 2024 at 5pm.
Please note, preliminary interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
POSITION 2
SCHOOL RECEPTIONIST
The Role Description
The School Receptionist is a multiskilled administrative position required to deliver friendly, efficient customer service and create a warm and welcoming atmosphere for our College Community. The School Receptionist is primarily responsible for providing dedicated customer support services to parents, staff and students of the College and to uphold and maintain a high level of confidentiality and discernment, in the undertaking of their role. The person will have an empathy with the Catholic ethos of the College and will actively support and give leadership in this area.
The position is for a fixed term of 12 months.
Attributes & Competencies:
The School Receptionist is expected to exhibit the following qualities and competencies:
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
- Commitment to promoting the School and providing excellent customer service.
- High level of computer literacy in Office 365 including Outlook, Word and Excel, as well as the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Confident in multi-tasking and taking on new challenges.
- Professionally presented.
- Strong organisational and interpersonal skills and a friendly disposition.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple and often competing deadlines.
The School Receptionist reports to the Business Manager.
Specific Duties:
The School Receptionist is the first point of contact for the College, providing courteous and efficient customer service. The role encompasses skills in managing front desk enquiries, incoming phone calls, the preparation of communications to parents, updating of information for access by students, parents, and staff, working with the following information systems; SIMON, PAM, Synergetic and ICON, registering student attendances and other general administrative tasks. This role is also required to provide First Aid to students.
Remuneration
This position will be a full-time fixed term parental leave replacement position. Depending upon qualifications and experience, the salary will be in the range of a Level 2 Education Support Employee Category C under the Victorian Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022. Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata of 7 weeks annual leave.
A current Working with Children Check is essential.
How to Apply
Please email your combined letter and resume to Angela McGuire, PA to Principal via amcguire@sccmelb.catholic.edu.au
Applications Close – Wednesday 8 May 2024 at 4.00 pm.