Position Purpose

The Principal is the religious, educational and organisational leader of a Catholic School within the Diocese of Armidale. The Principal provides leadership and exercises prudential stewardship of the Catholic School. The Principal is ultimately responsible for the Catholic identity and ethos, curriculum and effective management of the school.

The leadership and direction provided by the Principal will be consistent with;

• The message of Jesus and the Gospels
• Catholic Church teachings, principles and values
• Armidale Catholic Schools policies and directives
• Armidale Catholic Schools Catholic Principles and Values
• Armidale Catholic Schools Mission and Vision Statement
• Armidale Catholic Schools Strategic Directions.

Armidale Catholic Schools policies and practices including ACS Non-Negotiables of a Catholic Professional Learning Community and ACS Living Well Learning Well Student Support Framework
Commencement

The start date for this position is negotiable. However it is anticipated that the new Principal will commence no later than the start of the 2026 school year.

Selection criteria 

We invite expressions of interest from candidates who align with the following:

• Commitment to and practice of the Catholic faith.
• A minimum of five years successful experience as a primary or secondary Principal or Assistant Principal or an equivalent role in school system leadership or the tertiary sector.
• A contemporary leader with the demonstrated capacity to inspire a team; collaboratively develop strategy and culture, and manage change.
• An innovative educational leader that can clearly articulate a vision of learning and teaching that integrates Catholic values and care into the daily life of the school.
• A leader with outstanding interpersonal skills to build a vibrant parish school community.
• An educational leader who will embrace the Armidale Catholic Schools vision and strategies for developing a Professional Learning Community in a Catholic context aligned with the Armidale Catholic Schools Strategic Plan.
• Hold professional qualifications:
  • An undergraduate education degree and relevant postgraduate degree qualifications in educational leadership, curriculum, theology or religious education or similar; and
• Completion of or willingness to undertake appropriate post graduate courses in the areas of religious education or theology to meet accreditation requirements of Category E as per the Catholic Schools framework for the accreditation of staff in Catholic schools
• Be NESA accredited or be eligible to be accredited by NESA to teach in NSW

Further information

• Applicants who are successful in gaining an interview will receive an interview travel allowance.
• The successful applicant will possess a current Working With Children Check Clearance.

Application

For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Kate Kenny, Head of Employee Services on 0427 712 441 or Email: [email protected]

Before submitting your application, please ensure the following:

• You have carefully read the position description and ensure you understand the role you are applying for and that it is suited to your skills, experience and qualifications.
• Complete the relevant online application form by clicking here and attach a cover letter (optional) and CV that clearly outlines your qualifications and career history.

Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.