Principal - St Mary's Primary School, LAIDLEY

4 weeks ago

Lockyer Valley, Australia Brisbane Catholic Education Full time
Overview

Principal - St Mary's Primary School, LAIDLEY. Location: St Marys - Laidley. Start date: Commencing January, 2026. Status: Full-time | Full Time Continuing. Salary: $179,930.00 - $188,383.00 + super. Ad close date: 5 October, 2025. Contact: Careersbce@bne.catholic.edu.au

About Brisbane Catholic Education

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) is a vibrant learning community within the Archdiocese, employing over 12,000 people across a diverse range of positions. As the largest provider of Catholic education in Queensland, BCE is dedicated to delivering high-quality education from Prep to Year 12. Through strong partnerships with parents, governments, and the wider community, BCE fosters social responsibility, self-discipline and Catholic values in all its students. We offer a supportive working culture where care for the individual is an important part of our ethos. Arrive at work every day to a welcoming and compassionate environment, knowing that you\'ll be supported to take care of what\'s important to you.

About the Opportunity
  • Lead the religious life of the school and build a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community.
  • Grow the engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school.
  • Build a sustainable school community, ensuring stewardship of resources with transparency, accountability and compliance.
About You
  • Experience as an Assistant Principal, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Deputy Principal, Head of Campus or Principal, or a senior role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in teaching, and leading the teaching of, religious education.
Eligibility And Safeguarding
  • Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment.
  • Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT).
  • For this position you are required to be Catholic (or a faith partner of one of our ecumenical schools).
Application

The Position Description, Eligibility Criteria and Referee Statement proformas for this position are provided on our careers page and should be downloaded prior to starting your application. Please include a response (up to 250 words each) to the following criteria with your resume (single document upload):

  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a school community effectively, including experience in strategic planning, staff development, and fostering a positive school culture.
  • Proven commitment to promoting and integrating Catholic values and teachings within the school environment, including the ability to lead faith-based initiatives and support the spiritual development of students and staff.
  • Extensive experience in educational leadership, including a strong track record of implementing innovative teaching practices, curriculum development, and improving student outcomes in accordance with AITSL standards.
Why choose BCEBenefits
  • Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
  • Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
  • Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards
  • Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
  • Active staff social club and wellness programs
  • Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program

Equity and inclusion are at the core of our Catholic values and we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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