Kolbe Catholic College is a welcoming co-educational Catholic secondary school in the Northern Suburbs. Inspired by the legacy of St Maximilian Kolbe, a story of heroism, courage and self-sacrifice, Kolbe Catholic College provides opportunities for students to become the men and women they want to be – courageous leaders, academics, life-long learners, musicians, artists, trades people, sports people.About the roleThe Director of Students: Years 7&8 is directly responsible to the Principal through the Deputy Principal and is entrusted with overall responsibility for the guidance and support of the year 7 and 8 students in the College. The Director of Students: Years 7&8 will promote Pastoral Care that is an authentic expression of the shared vision and values of our Catholic community. The Director of Students: Years 7&8 is a member of the College Leadership Team and assists and supports the Principal in all aspects of College leadership.Your duties will include:Leading the College, as a member of the leadership team, in the provision of an exemplary learning and child safe environmentContributing to the leadership of the Student Wellbeing Team to continuously improve the pastoral care of studentsBuilding the capacity of Years 7&8 teachers with respect to student wellbeing, child safe practices Overseeing the implementation of the College's Behaviour Management Policies in Years 7&8Case managing Years 7&8 students with significant wellbeing challenges, including child safety concernsPlanning, coordinating and leading the Year 7 CampBeing an active presence for staff and students in the Year 7&8 buildings and classes.A detailed list of additional responsibilities can be found in the job description attached.This is a position of leadership for 2024-2026. To be successful in this position you should demonstrate the following:exemplary student wellbeing and child safety understanding and practicesa proven capacity to lead a team and build the leadership capacity of othershighly developed interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to liaise and communicate effectively with people at all levels and from varying backgroundssound organizational and administrative skillsa proven capacity to work independently and effectively in the face of changing priorities, deadlines and pressurea proven ability to build positive partnerships with parents, students and staffa capacity for creative problem-solving and adaptabilitya commitment to ongoing professional learninga capacity to manage highly confidential information exemplary teaching skills and practicesgenerosity of spirit.Please be prepared to attach your response to the Key Selection Criteria questions found in the job description, with your resume and cover letter when submitting your application.Applications Close: 9:00am, Friday 22nd September 2023For more information about Kolbe Catholic College, please go to our website www.kolbecc.catholic.edu.auKolbe Catholic College is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care, including maintaining compliance with the Child Safety Code of Conduct. Job Description AUD Greenvale 3059