Position Purpose
The General Manager, Learning and School Support leads the Diocese's specialist capability in learning and teaching, ensuring schools have access to high‐quality, evidence‐informed support when and where it is needed. Working in close partnership with Regional Assistant Directors and School Services Partners, the role translates school‐level insights into tailored programs and strategies that strengthen teacher practice and improve student outcomes.
The General Manager provides strategic direction to ensure that specialist expertise, including Inclusion, School Improvement, Learning & Teaching, Digital Technology, and Vocational Education, is responsive, coherent, and aligned with Diocesan priorities.
As a leader, this role is dedicated to the Mission of Catholic Education, delivering services that empower students to achieve the fullness of life.
Location & Tenure
Location: Tweed Heads NSW, Lismore NSW, Coffs Harbour NSW or Port Macquarie NSW.
Tenure: Full‐time, 5‐year recurring contract, commencing August 2026.
About You – Qualifications & Experience
Experienced executive‐level leader within large, complex organisations, with a proven record of delivering high‐level outcomes in learning strategy and educational development.
Strategic thinker capable of clearly articulating direction, building the path to delivery, and demonstrating evidence of sustained improvement achieved through leadership and a partnership approach.
Commitment to Catholic values and a desire to serve the Church and community through senior Catholic education leadership.
Benefits
Flexibility & Mobility: Choose a work motor vehicle or a $20,000 annual allowance.
Enhanced Leave: 14 weeks of paid primary carer leave, 10 days of paid compensatory leave, and a Christmas‐New Year shutdown period.
Retention Benefits: Access to Long Service Leave after just 5 years of continuous service.
Relocation Support: Comprehensive relocation assistance plus reimbursement for on‐site interview travel and accommodation.
Health & Growth: Fitness Passport (discounted gym/aquatic), free annual flu vax and EAP services, renewal leave, and dedicated career development pathways.
Legal & Compliance
Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.
Child Protection legislation requires staff to hold a valid NSW WWCC.
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