Position Purpose

The Assistant Principal shares with the Principal in all aspects of the school’s leadership and management and takes responsibility for the school in the Principal’s absence. As a key member of the School Leadership Team, the Assistant Principal shares responsibility for leadership of the school’s vision, mission and improvement agenda in a way that reflects the Catholic nature of the school.

The Assistant Principal works with the Principal in the three key areas of; Catholic Identity and Religious Leadership, Teaching and Learning and Administration and Pastoral Care. The Assistant Principal contributes in a significant way to the Catholic life of the school, the development of a professional learning community, the overall management of the school and compliance requirements in all areas.

Commencement

It is anticipated that the successful applicant will commence at the start of the 2025 school year, 31 January 2025.

Essential criteria

• An active Catholic with an appreciation of and commitment to Catholic life and practice.
• Four year trained classification with relevant experience.
• Possession of, or willingness to obtain appropriate qualifications in accordance with Category E of the Framework for Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and K-6 curriculum, with a demonstrated ability to implement these practices to a very high standard in contemporary classrooms.
• Demonstrated highly effective leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Proven ability to work positively with students and their parents/teachers on behaviour support matters.
• Demonstrated ability to develop staff at individual and whole school level and to build the leadership capacity of staff.
• Demonstrated capacity to build relationships with all groups in the school community.
  

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of relevant recent professional development related to Religious Education, Leadership and Curriculum.
• Proficient in the use of ICT.
• Demonstrated skills in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership role/s in Catholic School/s.

Application

For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Jilly Rainger, Principal on (02) 6722 4066 or email ​jrainger@arm.catholic.edu.au

Before submitting your application, please ensure the following:

• You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.
• Complete the relevant online application form by clicking here and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.

Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.