Role Description/Criteria
Applications are sought for the position of Aspire9 Campus Leader for the period 21 July 2025 - 26 January 2027. This is attached to a teaching position.
Padua College provides a contemporary Catholic secondary co-education for young people within the regions of the Mornington Peninsula and Western Port Bay. Our College was founded by the Sisters of Mercy and is named after St Anthony of Padua. In partnership with our students, staff, parents, parishes and the wider community, Padua College gives witness to the Christian faith in our Catholic tradition. We aim to be a positive, creative, hope-filled learning community where Catholic values and spirit are shared and the sacred dignity of each person is nurtured.
The North Star is our guiding direction. It encompasses our “why” at Padua College as we align our vision and action. It inspires, challenges, and provides direction.
We want every person to:
• recognise and utilise their God-given talents;
• be the best they can be; and
• make a positive impact on their world.
Our Core Values:
a) We welcome and affirm
b) We inspire growth of the whole person
c) We create a love of learning
d) We build positive relationships
e) We embrace diversity
f) We show compassion for those in need
g) We reconcile and forgive
h) We work for a just and peaceful world
OVERVIEW OF THE ROLE
The Aspire9 Program aims are to educate the whole person; build strong relationships that enhance a positive and supportive learning environment and develop self-aware learners who are active in the community and the wider world. The program has been developed to foster a range of 21st century skills including innovation, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and creativity. It is an inclusive program that engages and extends all students.
The Aspire9 Campus Leader will assist the Director of Aspire9 in leading the staff and students involved in the Aspire9 Program at each Campus. The Aspire9 Program Campus Leader is a key member of the Aspire9 Team under the direction of the Director of Aspire9 and reports directly to the Director of Aspire9.
MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY
The responsibilities of the Aspire9 Program Campus Leader include but are not limited to:
- In conjunction with the Director of Aspire9, overseeing the delivery of the learning and teaching program at Aspire9, including Focus Weeks and the Day 8 curriculum;
- monitoring the delivery of the program on Campus to ensure an exemplary pedagogy that engages students in rigorous and relevant learning experiences that enhance their opportunities for success;
- guiding and supporting staff and students to create a learning environment and campus culture that promotes the objectives of the Aspire9 Program;
- assisting the Director of Aspire9 to undertake the duties required to effectively manage and administer the Aspire9 Program on the campus; and
- performing other day-to-day duties and implementing decisions as requested by the Principal and/or members of the College Improvement Team.
SALARY REMUNERATION: According to the CEMEA 2022, $78,801.00 - $116,894.00 per annum, plus 11.5% superannuation. POL 1 is $3,102.00 per annum.
Application Procedures
Full position descriptions and College Application Forms can be obtained at the College website at www.padua.vic.edu.au. Application forms for these positions should be returned to the Principal by email to employment@padua.vic.edu.au, accompanied by full Résumé, the names of three referees and university transcripts by 10am Wednesday 2 July 2025. All applications will be acknowledged on receipt by return email. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted further. Other applicants will not receive further communication from the College regarding the position.
The interview process may commence prior to the closing date and, if a suitable applicant is found, the role may close early. We encourage applications for the vacancy to be submitted as soon as possible.
Padua College is a Child Safe School and promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all children.