The Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders of education for the full time, substantive position of Assistant Principal at St Michael's Catholic Parish Primary School, Thirroul, commencing in January 2026.
In the Diocese of Wollongong, Assistant Principals play a significant role in creating 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 Assistant Principals with:
- Excellent professional & leadership development programs, tailored to your needs.
- A generous remuneration package.
- An environment that encourages innovation and collaboration through education.
- A platform to contribute to the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Founded by the Sisters of St Joseph in 1941, our community embraces the Josephite tradition of love, understanding and acceptance of others. The school is characterised by a positive, nurturing learning environment that strives for excellence in all facets of education and fosters the confidence, self-worth and integrity of each child to become their own leader.
Our school motto, 'Lift Up Your Hearts', together with our school’s mission statement, ‘Inspiring excellence in leading, learning and living the faith’, is central to all we do.
The charism of Mary MacKillop pervades the ethos of St Michael’s, encouraging the building of a sustainable, successful, Christ-centred community with common values empowering all to be witnesses to the faith and promote a deep love of God.
ABOUT YOU
To achieve success in the role, the successful candidate will be someone who can:
- Give witness to the faith and contribute to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.
- Build a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.
- Build capacity through their own professional development and supporting staff by providing access to effective continual professional learning opportunities, giving regular feedback and managing performance.
- Act strategically to drive school improvement initiatives aligned to the school’s vision and strategic plan.
- Ensure that school processes meet system, NESA and legislative requirements.
- Develop and maintain positive partnerships with students, families and carers, the local church and the wider school community.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline.
- 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 asks to briefly address the essential criteria (the dot points in the ‘ABOUT YOU’ section of this position advertisement). Please keep your response to the equivalent of 2 pages in length
To confidentially discuss your application or general interest in this position please contact Larissa Davy - Talent Acquisition Officer or Elizabeth Psarris - Executive Assistant to the Director of People & Culture 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
