Assistant Principal

4 days ago

Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Australia Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Full time $120,000 - $140,000 per year

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited
Catholic education in the Diocese of Lismore is a long standing provider of school education on the north coast of New South Wales. 45 Catholic primary and secondary schools, operate in all major urban centres and many smaller towns from Tweed Heads to Laurieton. All Catholic schools seek to provide a comprehensive, quality education in a welcoming and secure environment.

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MacKillop College, Port Macquarie
Assistant Principal – Mission
Full-time, permanent position commencing 27 January 2026

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Overview Of School
MacKillop College is a place of remarkable opportunities. The College has a long and proud tradition of excellence in education. With the motto Summa Tenatabo, every student is encouraged to 'Strive for Excellence', to do their personal best across a range of interests and activities. It is our hope that for having been a part of the MacKillop College community, every student will thrive. With every decision based on our Catholic foundational beliefs and practices, students are nurtured in a faith-filled environment, underpinned by the love and example of Jesus.

The college is part of a wider, highly respected educational endeavour in the St Agnes' Parish which offers a diversity of pathways and support for young people based on needs and passion. The school offers excellence in teaching and learning, spiritual formation, pastoral care, sport and creative arts. Our highly qualified, experienced and dedicated staff are committed to giving all students the opportunity to achieve academic, personal interest and career goals. The college recognises not all students' learning needs are the same and therefore offers exceptional learning support and enrichment programs to meet the needs of every learner.

Every student is known, cared for and loved at MacKillop College. Our hope is that as they leave MacKillop College all students are the best version of themselves, well prepared for a prosperous future.

Overview Of Role
MacKillop College Port Macquarie serves the evangelising mission of the Catholic Church - to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ.

In the Diocese of Lismore, Catholic parish schools have responded to historical, religious and cultural contexts for over 150 years and continue to do so today, in this case, serving the community of Port Macquarie and its surrounds. In such a community, the beating heart of Catholic education is a shared fidelity to the mission within the local church.

In this mission, the school aims to form and educate the whole person. This education recognises the innate dignity of the child, made in the image of God. A holistic approach also acknowledges each student's unique physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual needs.

Applicants Must

  • hold a valid NSW Working with Children Check
  • have full accreditation with NSW Educational Standards Authority (NESA)
  • be a practising Catholic who witnesses to Catholic beliefs and practices.

Selection Criteria

  • Relevant teaching and post graduate qualifications at Masters Level or above in Religious Education / Theology / Pastoral Ministry, or willingness to obtain.
  • Compliance with the Accreditation to Work Teach and Lead Policy . This includes beginning appropriate study courses in regards teaching Religious Education (Category D) and Leadership (Category E).
  • Experience leading and implementing the School and Diocesan Strategic Plans and accountabilities
  • Experience in promotion of an effective, engaging and innovative school evangelising community
  • Success in building the capacity of teachers for discipleship formation
  • Demonstrated ability to contribute to the development of co-responsible leadership
  • Demonstrated ability to create and maintain supportive and safe pastoral care learning environments.

Your application should address the
criteria above
.

Referee Reports
are required from shortlisted candidates who have been invited to interview.

Please see the instructions and templates below for further information.

Additional Information

  • Position Description - Assistant Principal Mission (secondary)
  • Referee Instructions
  • Referee Report - Parish Priest, Administrator
  • Referee Report - Professional
  • Click this link Hastings Regionfor information on our Diocese and region

Enquiries:

Applications close: 9.00 am Friday 24 October 202
5

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited is committed to creating Child Safe Schools.

Child Protection Legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

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