Assistant Principal

St Joseph's School | Stanthorpe | P-12

• Step into a senior leadership role that prepares you for Principalship success.
• Assistant Principal Mission and Identity
• Full time | Includes a teaching load
• Fixed term | 5 year contract commencing 19 January 2026
• Assistant Principal | $149,763-$157,118 per annum plus super and benefits
• Applications close Friday, 12 September 2025

Toowoomba Catholic Schools (TCS) is a highly regarded, progressive system of 32 schools located in Toowoomba, the Darling Downs and South-West Queensland. With a vision of enabling full and flourishing lives, our focus is on progress through innovation. With the highest rate of enrolment growth in Queensland Catholic schools and enviable student achievement in academic, sporting and cultural pursuits– we have much to offer families, students and staff alike.

The opportunity

The Assistant Principal: Mission and Identity is an integral member of the School Leadership Team with delegated primary responsibility for the Religious Education curriculum and the religious life of the school.

You will work collaboratively as part of the leadership team and have the opportunity to

• lead and support Catholic identity and formation of staff and students
• lead contemporary prayer, rituals and social justice activities which enhance the life of the school community
• engage through dialogue and the Religious Life of the School with the staff, students, parents, the parish and wider community
• lead teachers to develop, implement and evaluate high quality and rigorous teaching and learning, planning and assessment of Religion
• assist with strategic leadership, improvement, innovation and change.

Further details can be obtained from the Role Description and the TCS Leadership Framework.

Financial Benefits

This position attracts
Financial Benefits
including:

• accommodation allowance $132 / week
• supported relocation up to $3,500, and support to move additional household members
• isolated Teacher's Assistance Scheme

About You

• Aspiring to Principalship and long-term impact in Catholic education.
• Catholic and an active member of a Catholic Sunday Eucharistic community.
• A willingness to work towards or have completed post graduate qualifications in Religious Education, Catholic Educational Leadership or Theology.
• Registration (or eligibility for registration) as a teacher in Queensland.

About the school

St Joseph's School has a unique pastoral care structure, diverse curriculum and contemporary facilities and resources that come together to support the holistic development of every child. As a Visible Learning+ certified school St Joseph's expert teachers understand the differing needs of their students; provide high quality, core teaching in the classroom; use data to inform their practice; and effective feedback to engage students in their learning. The wellbeing of students is also central to the caring school environment in which all are accepted and valued. Meeting the spiritual and educational needs of young people of the Stanthorpe district for more than 150 years, St Joseph's continues to lead the way in 'being good today, but better tomorrow' (Catherine McAuley).

The community you will be joining

Outside of the classroom, you can immerse yourself in the Stanthorpe community and all it has to offer. With endless outdoor attractions including national parks, cycling tracks and picturesque picnic spots, you will never be bored. If the outdoors isn't your thing, there are plenty of other attractions with the Granite Belt Christmas Farm, numerous gourmet dining options and world class wineries. A scenic three-hour drive from Brisbane, you will be part of a thriving town located within the scenic Granite Belt region. Residents enjoy affordable living and a range of impressive facilities within a relaxed rural community.

Grow with us

As a member of the Leadership Team within Toowoomba Catholic Schools, you will join a network of 32 schools committed to professional excellence and spiritual formation. Benefit from system-wide induction, ongoing staff development, and access to expert Education Officers who support the Religious Life of the School and its unique charism. Collaborate with a dedicated leadership team to strengthen the school's identity and drive continuous improvement.

How to apply

Please address your application to Dr Pat Coughlan, Executive Director: Catholic Schools. Click 'apply' to submit and include

• a written response of no more than two pages, highlighting your demonstrated experience and relevant skills as they relate to the Key Role Responsibilities in the Role Description and the TCS Leadership Framework
• your resume
• Referee Report by Parish Priest Referee Report by Current Supervisor
• a copy of your baptism certificate

If you require further information about this role, please email

Please note applications for this role may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

For more information about Toowoomba Catholic Schools visit our
website
.

Employment will be in accordance with the
Catholic Employers Single Enterprise Collective Agreement – Diocesan Schools of Queensland
.