The Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders for the substantive position of Principal at St Francis of Assisi Catholic Parish Primary School, Warrawong, commencing at the beginning of the 2026 school year.
In the Diocese of Wollongong, Principals are critical leaders in our purpose to create vibrant Catholic school communities where every student finds meaning and purpose in their life through experiencing continual growth in faith and improvement in learning.
WHY WORK FOR CATHOLIC EDUCATION IN THE DIOCESE OF WOLLONGONG
We provide our Principals with:
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Excellent professional & leadership development programs, tailored to your needs
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A generous remuneration package
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An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education
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A platform to contribute to the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community
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A collaborative team culture with first class support from the Catholic Education Office across all key business functions
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
The school was founded in 1960 under the spirituality of the Franciscan Friars and the Franciscan Sisters of the Heart of Jesus.
Today, St Francis of Assisi Catholic Parish Primary School has an enrolment of approximately 144 students who come from diverse social-economic and cultural backgrounds. The school is a community that exhibits a strong sense of welcome and recognises and values the individuality and uniqueness of all its members.
The school lives by their vision of being an engaged Catholic community, inspired by the Franciscan spirit, to empower all learners to reach their full potential.
ABOUT YOU
To achieve success in the role, the successful candidate will be someone who can:
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Model Catholic faith in action and evidence a deep understanding and commitment to the mission and purpose of the catholic school within the broader evangelising mission of the church.
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Develop a culture of effective teaching and learning, by leading, designing and managing the quality of the educational experiences of all students.
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Build the capacity of staff within a professional, collaborative learning community through the provision of effective professional learning opportunities, regular feedback and performance management.
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Manage innovation and change to ensure that the school’s vision and strategic plan for improvement are aligned, actioned and realised.
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Display clear understanding of governance responsibilities and ensure that school processes meet system, NESA and legislative requirements.
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Recognise and build on the uniqueness of the school, church and local community to develop a mutually supportive, collaborative and trusting relationship with stakeholders to ensure their engagement in the life of the school.
QUALIFICATIONS
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Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline.
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Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E) in accordance with the ‘Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong’ policy.
WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE
This role is classified as child related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.
POSITION APPLICATION
Applicants are to complete an online application which includes a resume, a cover letter and a response to the essential criteria (the dot points in the ‘ABOUT YOU’ section of this position advertisement).
To confidentially discuss your application or general interest in this position please contact Larissa Davy, Talent Acquisition Officer on 02 4250 9000.
To submit your application please select the 'Apply Now' button at the bottom of this advertisement.
Closing date: Sunday, 14 September 2025 at 11:55pm
