Assistant Principal

2 days ago

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle Full time $104,000 - $156,000 per year

Posted: 04/11/2025

Closing Date: 16/11/2025

Job Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Newcastle

Job Category: Education, Childcare & Training

Are you a passionate and experienced educator ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? We are seeking two dynamic Assistant Principals to join our vibrant school communities at St Kevin's Primary School, Cardiff and St Therese's Primary School, New Lambton. These are permanent full-time positions, each offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the holistic development of students in supportive and engaged environments.

At St Kevin's, you'll be part of a close-knit, single-stream school where small class sizes and dedicated staff create a nurturing space for every child. With strong ties to our Parish and parent community, we live by the philosophy that "it takes a village to raise a child"—a village that supports the growth of body, mind, and spirit.

At St Therese's, you'll join a school that celebrates creativity, individuality, and student agency. Our community is committed to providing a quality education enriched by opportunities that empower students to reach their full potential, supported by strong partnerships with families and the wider community.

If you're ready to lead with purpose and make a meaningful impact, we invite you to apply.

Job Description

The Assistant Principal will assist the Principal to lead across the school community to:

  • Model faith in action
  • Develop and shape a shared vision focused on providing quality educational experiences and learning outcomes for all students
  • Nurture positive relationships between students, teachers and all other stakeholders
  • Support and monitor the learning and growth of effective teachers
  • Set high standards for students and staff performance
Desired Skills and Experience

EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA

  • Practising Catholic with a personal commitment to Catholic Education who can clearly demonstrate their vision and commitment to leading and learning within our Diocesan community
  • A strong background in and command of a core content area in education with the ability to model evidence-based practice and effectively utilise data to optimise student outcomes
  • Demonstrated success in creating and leading effective professional learning and building the capacity of teachers as leaders in learning
  • Demonstrated ability to think and act strategically; initiate and drive change and ensure a culture of continuous improvement
  • High level communication and interpersonal skills with the capacity to develop and sustain constructive and respectful relationships within and beyond the school community
  • Capacity to strengthen and integrate equity and diversity, work health and safety and performance management principles in the ongoing management and development of staff
  • Experience in the role of Religious Education Coordinator (primary schools), or in the roles of Ministry Coordinator and/or Leader of Learning Religion (secondary schools) (Desirable)

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Four-year trained teacher classification and at least six, preferably eight years, successful teaching experience
  • Postgraduate qualification in Religious Education or Theological Studies or willingness to complete within four years of appointment
  • Current NESA Teacher Accreditation
  • Working with Children Clearance number
  • Completion of anaphylaxis training
  • Postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership (Desirable)

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary is in accordance with New South Wales & Australian Capital Territory Catholic Systemic Schools Enterprise Agreement 2023.

BENEFITS OF WORKING WITH US

  • Work in quality schools where students are nurtured, challenged and encouraged to excel and grow
  • A corporate fitness program through Fitness Passport (T&C's apply)
  • Employee assistance program (EAP)
  • Training and staff development programs
  • Paid parental leave for eligible employees
  • Access to long service leave after just five years for eligible employees

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

Contact Hannah Parr, Talent Partner on Tel: or via email: OR Neisha Rufo, Talent Partner on Tel: or via email:

TO APPLY

  • Provide a cover letter along with your resume
  • Within your cover letter address each of the selection criteria as listed under EXPERIENCE/CRITERIA above and ensure your response to each criteria is no longer than 300 words.
  • Applicants should nominate at least two (2) referees including your current Principal and one other. Please provide them with this reference form for completion.
  • Applicants should provide a reference from your Parish Priest. Please provide them with this reference form for completion.
  • We use Xref to obtain reference checks, you will receive an email from them requesting you to nominate at least two (2) referees, including your current Principal and their contact details. Once submitted, referees will receive an email and text message from Xref to complete the reference, which will be automatically returned to the hiring manager.
  • We use Xref to obtain Parish Priest References, you will receive an email from them requesting you to nominate your Parish Priest and their contact details. Once submitted, they will receive an email and text message from Xref to complete the reference, which will be automatically returned to the hiring manager.

Please note, not adequately addressing the selection criteria may result in your application not being shortlisted.

Applications for this position will only be considered if submitted through the following platforms: our careers page on our website, mnpeople, Indeed, Seek, or LinkedIn.

Applications close: Sunday 16th November at 11.59pm

Additional information

The Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable persons and preventing those in our care from suffering abuse or neglect. It is committed to implementing and maintaining compliance with the NSW Child Safe Standards and the National Catholic Safeguarding Standards and takes a zero-tolerance approach to abuse of children or vulnerable persons. All who work in the name of the Diocese must comply with the Diocesan Safeguarding Framework Policy and act in accordance with the Diocese's Code of Conduct which includes the Diocese's Safeguarding Commitment Statement. Employees are required to undergo a National Police Check and retain a valid NSW Working with Children Check where necessary, in accordance with legislation.

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