Deputy Principal

St Patrick's College

Shorncliffe, QLD 


Deputy / Assistant Head of School

Contract Type: Contract Position Full Time

Applications Close: 27 July 2026



<p>EREA Colleges Ltd invites applications for the role of Deputy Principal of St Patrick’s College, Shorncliffe for commencement in January 2027.<br> As an authentic and liberating Catholic School in the Edmund Rice tradition, St Patrick's College has been educating and inspiring young men from Years 5 to 12 since 1952. We are committed to forming young Men of Action, character, purpose and service through a holistic education grounded in learning, faith, co-curricular life and service.</p> <p>Situated on the picturesque shores of Moreton Bay, St Patrick’s College currently enrols more than 1,420 boys from Years 5 to 12. The St Patrick’s experience, through innovative and engaging education programs, fosters learning in a culture enriched by pastoral care and camaraderie, where young men are encouraged to be 'men of action', striving for excellence together.&nbsp;</p> <p><br> The successful candidate will possess:<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Extensive teaching experience;&nbsp;<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Exceptional credentials as a Catholic educator;<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Demonstrated record of successful and highly relational leadership;<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Ability to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and sustainability across all aspects of the College;&nbsp;<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills;<br> •&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Commitment to child safety and wellbeing.<br> &nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://media.digistormhosting.com.au/erea-au-vic-1588-website-2025/documents/DP-SPC-Info-Package.pdf?v=1783396725" rel="nofollow"><strong>DEPUTY PRINCIPAL APPLICANT INFORMATION PACKAGE 2026</strong></a></p>
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Application Instructions

<p>Applications, including current Resume, covering letter and written statement (one PDF document) can be submitted and addressed to Mr Peter Fullagar, Director - Education, Strategy and Performance QLD/ACT via email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:ereacollegeshr@erea.edu.au&nbsp;?subject=Deputy%20Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">ereacollegeshr@erea.edu.au&nbsp;</a><br><br> For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Mr Peter Fullagar on&nbsp;07 3737 6737 or via&nbsp;email&nbsp; <a href="mailto:ereacollegeshr@erea.edu.au?subject=Deputy%20Principal%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow">ereacollegeshr@erea.edu.au</a>&nbsp;</p>