<p><strong>Acting Principal | K-6 | 217 Students&nbsp;</strong><br><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://strhurstville.syd.catholic.edu.au/"><strong>St Raphael's Catholic Primary School South Hurstville&nbsp;</strong></a><br><strong>Start Date:</strong> Term 4 - by negotiation&nbsp;<br><strong>Application Closing Date</strong>: Thursday, 1 October 2026&nbsp;<br><strong>Employment Type</strong>: Temporary, ending January 2028&nbsp;<br><br><strong>About the School</strong><br><br> St Raphael's Catholic Primary School is a highly regarded and consistently high performing Catholic school, recognised for its excellence in teaching and learning. Supported by dedicated educators and experienced leaders, the school fosters a welcoming and faith filled community built on strong partnerships with students, families, staff, and the Parish Priest. The successful Acting Principal will build on the school's strong foundations by maintaining high standards of curriculum and student achievement while providing visible, approachable, and faith filled leadership that nurtures staff wellbeing, strengthens relationships, and fosters a positive and supportive culture across the community.<br><br> To explore the school's achievements, priorities and community impact in more detail, interested candidates and stakeholders are encouraged to read the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OA6ERHnymJ6dFDQCmlGEC_JFbzeRvgwZ/view">Annual School Report</a>, which provides a comprehensive overview of our learning outcomes, faith life, strategic progress and school initiatives.<br><br><strong>Why Join Us&nbsp;</strong><br><br> Be 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. We offer:</p> <ul> <li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/salaries">attractive remuneration</a> and salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 annually</li> <li>tailored professional development, mentorship and leadership opportunities</li> <li>health and wellbeing initiatives and resources, including Fitness Passport.</li> </ul> <p>Explore our full offering on the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/careers/rewards-benefits">Rewards and Benefits</a> page.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>About You&nbsp;</strong><br><br> You are a committed Catholic educational leader who:</p> <ul> <li>leads with faith, integrity and a deep commitment to Catholic mission</li> <li>builds strong, trusting relationships with staff, students, families and the Parish</li> <li>drives evidence-based teaching, high expectations and whole-school improvement</li> <li>develops and mentors others to build leadership capacity across the school.</li> </ul> <p>For more details, please see the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1dg_Q-9s2Yok9y9KiVdPodBiczvAC4dPJ/view">Role Description.</a><br><br> You will have attained the following:</p> <ul> <li>postgraduate qualifications or Masters in Leadership, Religion, Theology or a relevant educational field</li> <li>the requirements of <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://sydcatholicschools.nsw.edu.au/policies/accreditation-policy-to-work-teach-and-lead-in-sydney-catholic-schools&amp;sa=D&amp;source=docs&amp;ust=1789711710711666&amp;usg=AOvVaw2dwPscZ_XB5sMYg515fVeF">Category E</a> in the Accreditation Policy to Work, Teach and Lead or agree to meet these requirements in your first contract term.</li> </ul> <p><strong>How to Apply&nbsp;</strong><br><br> Click 'Apply' to submit your application, including:</p> <ul> <li>your current resume</li> <li>a cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your suitability for the role, including specific examples of impact and achievements in leadership and teaching roles, and reasons for seeking the opportunity to move to St Raphael's Catholic Primary School, South Hurstville</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/1TSyaVv3ZdQJdtPGcXu7xfSTLp1lluYNq/view">Parish Priest Reference</a> (not school parish).</li> </ul> <p>For more information contact Rafy Farah, Leadership Recruitment Specialist at <a href="mailto:rafy.farah@scs.catholic.edu.au?subject=Acting%20Principal-%20South%20Hurstville%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29">rafy.farah@scs.catholic.edu.au</a> or the People &amp; Culture Services team on (02) 9568 8297 (8am-5pm Mon-Fri).&nbsp;<br><br> SCS is committed to creating and maintaining a child safe environment. You can access our <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/13DKE1LjBT2PfRxXxeE2lmEvoiUphuqr7/view">Statement of Commitment to Child Safety</a>. All applicants must hold a valid WWCC and provide a current National Police Check before commencing employment.<br><br><i>SCS welcomes and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and candidates with diverse backgrounds.&nbsp;</i><br> &nbsp;</p>