Inspire faith, build community and lead with purpose

Are you a passionate Catholic educator and leader who is committed to nurturing faith, strengthening community and bringing the mission of Catholic education to life?

St Mary of the Angels is seeking a Catholic Identity Leader to provide strategic leadership for the mission, culture, faith formation and evangelising life of our College. This is an exciting leadership prospect to shape a vibrant Catholic culture where students, staff and families encounter Christ, experience belonging and are inspired to live lives of faith, service and hope.

Working collaboratively with the Principal and Leadership Team, the Catholic Identity Leader will ensure the mission of Catholic education is visible and authentically lived across all aspects of College life.

The Position

- Title: Catholic Identity Leader
- Classification:POL 4
- Salary:In accordance with CEMEA 2022
- FTE / Hours per fortnight:38
- Employment Status:Ongoing (Position of Leadership is fixed for 3 years)
- Location: St Mary of the Angels, Nathalia
- Other Requirements:VIT registration
- Potential Start Date:January 2027

About St Mary of the Angels

St Mary of the Angels is a Catholic, co-educational F–12 College established in 1961 by the Franciscan Missionaries of the Divine Motherhood (FMDM) Sisters. For 33 years, the FMDM Sisters played a significant role in shaping our College through their faith, Franciscan charism and commitment to rural Catholic education. We honour their enduring contribution to our community.

Today, we welcome families from across the region and are proud of our strong connections with students, families and the wider community. Inspired by Jesus Christ and the example of St Francis of Assisi, we embrace the Franciscan values of justice, peace and integrity in creation, lived with gratitude and joy.

About You

We are seeking an authentic and faith-filled Catholic leader who can:

- Provide strategic leadership for Catholic identity, mission,



culture and faith formation across the College.
- Inspire students, staff and families to encounter and live out the Gospel in meaningful and authentic ways.
- Lead the implementation of the Source of Life curriculum and support high-quality faith formation.
- Coordinate and strengthen the sacramental, liturgical and prayer life of the College in partnership with the local parish.
- Develop purposeful formation opportunities that deepen faith, discipleship and understanding of the Catholic tradition.
- Strengthen student leadership and create opportunities for students to actively contribute to the faith life of the College.
- Foster strong partnerships with parish, families and the wider community.
- Promote a culture of encounter, service, belonging and hope grounded in the Gospel and the CESL Cultural Covenant.
- Work collaboratively with the Principal and Leadership Team to ensure CESL priorities and the mission of Catholic education are embedded across school life.
- Demonstrate strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
- Lead with authenticity, humility, integrity and a commitment to the dignity and flourishing of every person.
- Demonstrate a commitment to child safety, inclusion and the wellbeing of every student.

What We Offer You

- The opportunity to shape and strengthen the Catholic identity and mission of a vibrant F–12 College.
- A welcoming and supportive Catholic school community with strong connections to families and parish.
- The chance to contribute to the spiritual and holistic development of students and staff.
- A leadership role with genuine scope to develop formation, faith, liturgy, student leadership and community engagement.
- Professional learning and leadership development opportunities.
- The opportunity to contribute to CESL priorities and the implementation of Magnify Sandhurst.
- A strong Franciscan tradition grounded in justice, peace, integrity in creation, gratitude and joy.
- The opportunity to work collaboratively with College

📌 Catholic Identity Lead (Nathalia)
🏢 Victorian Catholic Education Authority
📍 Nathalia