12-Month Parental Leave Replacement
Emmanuel College is seeking an experienced and faith-filled educational leader to join our Leadership Team as Director of Mission (POL 5) for a 12-month parental leave replacement, beginning in Term 4, 2026.
Reporting to the Deputy Principal Mission Integration, the Director of Mission provides leadership of the College's Religious Education program and supports the ongoing development of Emmanuel College's Catholic Marianist identity. The successful applicant will lead curriculum development, staff formation, student faith experiences and community engagement, fostering a vibrant faith-filled culture where every student is known, valued and encouraged to grow.
In this role you will:
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Lead and support the Religious Education Learning Area, ensuring high-quality curriculum delivery and excellent teaching practice.
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Foster the Catholic Marianist identity of the College through liturgies, retreats, prayer experiences and faith formation initiatives.
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Mentor and develop Religious Education staff through coaching, professional learning and collaborative planning.
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Promote student faith leadership, social justice initiatives and meaningful service opportunities across the College.
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Work collaboratively with College leaders to strengthen learning, wellbeing and community engagement through the mission of the College.
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Coordinate key faith events, celebrations and community liturgies while supporting the spiritual life of students, staff and families.
We are seeking a leader who:
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Demonstrates a deep commitment to Catholic education and the Marianist tradition.
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Has the capacity to inspire others through authentic faith leadership and educational excellence.
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Builds positive relationships with students, staff, families and the wider community.
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Is committed to continuous improvement and collaborative leadership.
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Holds, or is eligible to obtain, Accreditation to Lead in a Catholic School (or equivalent requirements).
Lead the faith life of Emmanuel College by inspiring authentic Catholic formation, nurturing Marianist identity, and empowering students and staff to live the Gospel through learning, service and community.
The Director of Mission undertakes this role at the Notre Dame Campus (NDC), Point Cook.
All applications must include the following:
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Completed application form
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An up-to-date CV
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A cover letter of introduction outlining your suitability (no longer than two pages)
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Contact details of two referees
Emmanuel College is an integral part of the faith community of Laverton. Emmanuel College is governed under the authority of Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Limited (MACS) ABN 18643442371. MACS is the employer of employees at Emmanuel College.
About our school:
Emmanuel College is vastly increasing in student numbers. We are a two campus College, our St Paul’s single sex boys Campus located in Altona North and our co-educational campus located in Point Cook.
Operating within a Catholic ethos based on Gospel values, Emmanuel College believes that all students can learn when given a safe and caring environment, as expressed through its Marianist tradition.
This Marianist culture seeks to produce students capable of having a positive impact on the world and never loses sight of catering for whole student development, for which its teaching community is collectively responsible. All staff are part of a collaborative culture, whereby individual and collective responsibility is taken for the growth of the whole student.
Applicants must have an ability to plan, work and learn in a team environment. The emphasis of this planning is on Faith-Based Inquiry. They must also have excellent classroom management skills and have a commitment to the ethos of Catholic Education and contemporary learning and teaching.
Salary:
Based on experience in accordance with the Teacher scale of the Catholic Education Multi-Enterprise Agreement 2022 (CEMEA).
Applicants must:
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Hold a Bachelor of Education or relevant tertiary qualification
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Be registered with the Victorian Institute of Teaching
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Demonstrate strong classroom practice and collaborative skills
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Show commitment to Catholic education and contemporary pedagogy
Applications must be submitted by 4pm on Friday 14 August.
Interviews may be undertaken and appointments made to these positions prior to the closing date.
MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing, and protection of all children in our care. Successful candidates for teaching roles must hold or acquire and maintain Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) registration.
Candidates must hold a valid visa and/or full Australian Working Rights and provide evidence of this.
Emmanuel College promotes the safety, wellbeing and inclusion of all students
