<p><strong>Acting Assistant Principal | K-6 | 179 Students&nbsp;</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sttlakemba.syd.catholic.edu.au/"><strong><u>St Therese's Catholic Primary School Lakemba</u></strong></a><br><strong>Start Date: </strong>Term 4, Monday 12 October<br><strong>Application Closing Date: </strong>Wednesday, 15 July 2026<br><strong>Capacity:</strong> Full-Time, Temporary (12-month parental leave)<br><br><strong>About Our School</strong><br><br><strong>St Therese's Catholic Primary Schoo</strong>l is a hidden gem in primary education, recognised for its strong focus on supporting students learning differences in a nurturing environment. Our modern facilities and expansive outdoor spaces support creative play and a diverse co-curricular program in a safe, inclusive and supportive environment. We value each student's unique strengths, offering opportunities across the arts and sports.&nbsp;<br><br> St Therese's prides itself on being a school rich in building community, where parent partnerships are strongly encouraged and welcomed.&nbsp;<br><br> You'll join a collaborative and highly skilled staff team committed to student growth, wellbeing and excellence. Partnering closely with St Therese's Parish, we foster the spiritual development of our community. Join us and experience a genuine sense of belonging.<br><br><strong>Why Join Us</strong><br><br> Joining <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/"><u>Sydney Catholic Schools (SCS)</u></a> means being part of NSW's largest Catholic education community, with over 145 schools and 75,000 students. We offer job mobility, career diversity, and extensive professional development programs.</p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/salaries"><u>competitive salary</u></a> with up to $15,900 in salary packaging</li> <li>up to 25% discount on school fees for SCS parents</li> <li>continuous learning and formation</li> <li>career and development pathways for leaders</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport, voice care programs, advice on nutrition and free annual flu shots</li> <li>generous Employee Referral Program</li> <li>a wide range of further <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits"><u>rewards and benefits</u></a>.</li> </ul> <p><strong>About the Role</strong><br> &nbsp;</p> <p>As Assistant Principal, you will lead teaching excellence, foster staff development, and build a strong school community. You will need excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills.<br><br><strong>Requirements of the role:</strong></p> <ul> <li>postgraduate or Master's in Leadership, Religion, Theology, or Education</li> <li>proven ability to inspire staff, support students, and partner with families to nurture a vibrant, faith-filled learning environment</li> <li>experience in driving a high-performance, improvement-focused school culture</li> <li>ability to lead with Gospel values and contribute to the Church's mission</li> <li>experience in overseeing staff induction, development, and performance</li> <li>promote religious leadership and parish partnerships</li> <li>an exemplary classroom practitioner with the ability to model and lead effective teaching and learning strategies</li> <li>skilled at strengthening school and system-wide networks</li> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools"><u>(Category E)</u></a> in the <i>Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead </i>or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term</li> <li>experience leading school-wide Positive Behaviours for Learning practices</li> <li>experience or qualifications in Diverse Learning ( desirable)</li> </ul> <p>For more details, please see the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1R7R_B7gGnPxZreERa4vf4gKNJWxdWEeZ/view?usp=drive_link"><u>Role Description</u></a>.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>How to Apply</strong></p> <p>Click 'Apply' and submit:</p> <ul> <li>your current resume</li> <li>a cover letter addressing the essential criteria</li> <li>academic transcripts and statement of previous service</li> <li>three referees from your current manager/principal, previous principal, and your <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1rUNOP0jEHU_RCmi8wtDbkbSd6kC3Lo0M/view"><u>Parish Priest Reference</u></a> (not school parish).</li> </ul> <p>Need help? Contact the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297.<br><br><strong>Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</strong>&nbsp;<br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JUwVWhBzKqBWyEfCRxJ0Ex20ylDWvMDd/view"><u>Click here</u></a> to access SCS' Statement of Commitment to Child Safety and join us in creating a culture of child safety and wellbeing.</p> <p><strong>Working With Children Check (WWCC)</strong><br> This role is classified as child-related work and therefore requires a WWCC clearance prior to commencement of employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.</i></p>