Position: Principal
Location: Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Ingham
Salary Range: $174,228 – $190,612 per annum depending on experience + $3,285 PAR allowance per annum 
Tenure: Full Time, 4 Year Fixed Term Contract
Commencing Date: January, 2025
Closing Date: Monday, 9 September 2024 

Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School, Ingham offers Prep to Year 6 in a Catholic co-educational environment. Located in Ingham in the Hinchinbrook Shire, the school was established over one hundred years ago by the Sisters of Mercy in 1915 who continued to have a strong involvement in the school for many decades. Today the school is administered by a lay principal and staff however the Mercy tradition and charism remain strong in the school’s culture and community.

Faith, Mercy, Education and Hope are the values on which the school operates today, delivering quality Catholic education that gives students the opportunity to develop to their full potential. Our Lady of Lourdes Primary School is a strong community that is proudly supported by the parish and parents. The school is IT-driven with an emphasis on embedding technology into the pedagogy. Through faith, we show mercy, growing in education and giving hope for the future.

About the role

As Principal, you will lead a team of experienced educators who are dedicated to ensuring our students are provided with the very best opportunities to achieve their individual goals in a positive, safe and supportive environment. In addition, the Townsville Diocese provides support to you through its operational arm, the Townsville Catholic Education Office. This support takes the form of expertise in Learning and Teaching, Catholic Identity, Indigenous Education, School Development and Organisational Services, including, ICT, Finance, Human Resources and Student Protection. (The position of Principal provides for the leadership and management of quality Catholic schooling and the growth and development of the Principal in the role.)  The Principal’s call to leadership is a call to respond to the centrality of Jesus Christ and thus serve the Mission of Catholic Education. The Principal is the leading educational professional within the school, inspiring students, staff and members of the community to continuously enhance learning.

Key leadership qualities and capabilities

• Promotes the Catholic vision in the school’s goals, policies, programs and structures
• Displays confidence, curiosity, enthusiasm and optimism
• Displays emotional intelligence in working with individuals and groups
• Builds an inclusive, trusting community and cultivates productive working relationships
• Is an effective coach, able to respond clearly and to provide and receive constructive feedback.

What we offer
An attractive remuneration package including:

• Competitive salary range plus allowance
• Accommodation assistance offered
• Annual Leave at 17.5% leave loading
• Professional Renewal Leave
• Salary packaging options
• Modern facilities, equipment and resources
• Superannuation up to 12.75% employer contribution (in a co-contribution arrangement)
• Access to long service leave after 7 years of continuous service
• Up to 14 Weeks’ paid parental leave
• Deferred Salary Scheme
• Corporate health insurance
• Induction, professional development and learning opportunities
• Wellbeing programs and initiatives
• Leadership Support.

How to apply

• Please complete the application form
• Upload a current resume with contact details of three referees (2 x professional and 1 x Parish Priest)
• Upload a cover letter. In no more than two A4 pages, your cover letter must provide clear evidence of your demonstrated ability to lead a school in the following key leadership areas:
  • Faith and Mission Leadership
  • Educational Leadership
  • Staff and Community Leadership
  • Strategic and Organisational Leadership

Please refer to the Position Description, Catholic School Leadership Framework and the Qualification and Study Expectations for Positions of Senior Leadership document to support your response.

TCEO Strategic Direction 2022 – 2026

• For a confidential conversation please contact Education Consultant David McNeale on 07 4773 0900
• For further information regarding the remuneration package please contact TCEO People and Safety [email protected]

Applications during the shortlisting phase will be kept confidential.

Applications close: at 3pm Monday, 9 September 2024