<p><strong>The School:</strong></p> <p>MacKillop Catholic College sits in the growing community of Johnston, in the heart of Palmerston, Northern Territory. Established in 2012 and named in honor of Saint Mary MacKillop, we live out her charism of faith, service and social justice every day, creating a supportive, inclusive learning environment where students and staff are known, valued and encouraged to flourish.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>The Position:</strong></p> <p>Join our leadership team as Deputy Principal, a senior leadership role at the heart of our Catholic school community. We are looking for a person of faith and vision for Catholic education, who models Catholic values and champions the mission of the College.</p> <p>Working closely with the Principal, you will provide leadership across the school, supporting effective operations, curriculum delivery, staff development, and pastoral care, including clear behavior expectations, built on strong relationships across our school community.</p> <p><strong>Why join us:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Salary of $171,233 + super <i>(increasing to $178,596 from March 2027)</i></li> <li>Relocation assistance up to $4,000</li> <li>Six weeks' annual leave plus additional leave entitlements</li> <li>Salary packaging and novated leasing to maximize your income potential</li> <li>Employee rewards program offering discounts at over 450 well-known retailers</li> <li>Discounted school fees for children attending Catholic schools</li> <li>Funded annual professional development opportunities.</li> <li>Join a supportive, collaborative community across Catholic Education NT&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>As Deputy Principal, you will:</p> <ul> <li>Lead and nurture a strong Catholic culture across the school community</li> <li>Promote student wellbeing and a positive staff culture through effective pastoral care</li> <li>Build strong, genuine relationships with families, the parish and the wider community</li> <li>Support the day-to-day running of the school, including deputizing for the Principal as required</li> <li>Lead and support curriculum planning, implementation and student assessment in line with the School Improvement Plan</li> <li>Inspire and support staff growth through development of relevant professional development opportunities.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Essential Criteria</strong></p> <p>We are looking for a Deputy Principal who:</p> <ul> <li>Is committed to Catholic education, is a practicing catholic and part of a Eucharistic community.</li> <li>Has strong Catholic leadership experience, with a demonstrated ability to embed faith and values across school life.&nbsp;</li> <li>Holds postgraduate qualifications (or is undertaking studies) in Religious Education, Theology, or Educational Leadership.</li> <li>Is an experienced school leader with proven capacity to drive teaching, learning, and school improvement.</li> <li>Demonstrates strong pastoral care and staff development skills.</li> <li>Communicates effectively and has high-level organizational and administrative ability.</li> <li>Is eligible for NT teacher registration and holds (or can obtain) a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>How to Apply:</strong></p> <p>Applicants are invited to apply via the relevant link below. Please submit your current resume and a cover letter addressing the essential criteria outlined in the Position Description. As part of our recruitment process, you will be asked to provide three professional references, <strong>one of which must be from a parish priest or pastor.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><strong>For external applicants: </strong><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=1f56a226-4658-4630-84d6-5af5626fdbc4" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/Public/Function/%24ORG.REC.EXAPN.WIZ/RECRUITMENT?suite=CES&amp;token=1f56a226-4658-4630-84d6-5af5626fdbc4</strong></a></p> <p><strong>For CENT employees:</strong>&nbsp;</p> <p><a href="https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=bfe1f754-d3ec-40f3-8199-42d1a7071dd8&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES" rel="nofollow"><strong>https://cent.t1cloud.com/T1Default/CiAnywhere/Web/CENT/RedirectToFunction?token=bfe1f754-d3ec-40f3-8199-42d1a7071dd8&amp;f=%24ORG.REC.MYAPN.WIZ&amp;suite=CES</strong></a></p> <p>&nbsp;<strong>Applications close: 01 December 2026&nbsp;</strong></p> <p><i>Catholic Education NT reserves the right to close applications early or extend the closing date.</i></p> <p>For further information, please contact us on <strong>(08) 8984 1400</strong>/ <a href="mailto:ceorecruitment@nt.catholic.edu.au?subject=DEPUTY%20PRINCIPAL%20position%20%28via%20Teachers%20On%20Net%29" rel="nofollow"><strong>ceorecruitment@nt.catholic.edu.au</strong></a></p>