Working with Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga,

Catholic Education, Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) serves twenty-four primary schools, five secondary colleges and two boarding facilities.

As a regional Catholic education system serving communities across the Riverina and South Western districts of New South Wales, CEDWW is committed to providing exceptional learning opportunities where every student is known, valued and supported to thrive.

Our schools are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where students can grow academically, socially, and spiritually through our school communities of Welcome, Faith, Service and Learning.

We support employees in their careers by offering various options for job mobility, promotional opportunities, and a comprehensive suite of professional development programs.

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Lead system-wide educational excellence across one of Australia’s largest regional Catholic education systems.

CEDWW is seeking an exceptional educational leader to join its Executive Leadership Team as Director, School Improvement Services.

This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of Catholic education by leading strategic improvement across learning, teaching, student wellbeing and inclusion throughout the Diocese.

About You

You are a respected educational leader who brings:

• significant executive leadership experience within education.
• a proven ability to lead system-wide improvement and organisational change.
• exceptional strategic thinking and leadership capability.
• outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• a contemporary, evidence-informed approach to improving educational outcomes.
• a genuine commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.

What We Offer

• competitive executive remuneration package.
• fully maintained motor vehicle.
• relocation assistance (where applicable).
• salary packaging benefits through our not-for-profit status.
• professional learning and executive leadership development.
• discounted Bupa Health Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program through THRIVE Psychology.

Interested?

For a confidential discussion, please contact Leanne McDonnell via email [email protected] 

To apply, please submit:

• A covering letter (maximum two pages).
• A current curriculum vitae.

A detailed Recruitment Pack and Position Description are available.

Applications close Thursday 6 August 2026.

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga (CEDWW) is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children and young people in our care.

CEDWW is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities.