Position: Principal
Location: St Joseph’s Catholic School, Mount Isa
Salary Range: $165,502 – $181,053 per annum pending experience + $13,140 PAR allowance per annum + IPRASS Allowance + ITAS Allowance + Super
Incentives: ITAS and IPRASS Allowances
Tenure: Full Time, 4 Year Fixed Term Contract
Commencing Date: 13 January 2025
Closing Date: Monday 28 October, 2024

St Joseph’s Catholic School, Mount Isa is a co-educational school offering Prep to Year 6. Established in 1932 by the Sisters of St Joseph, today the school is a vibrant, multicultural learning community renowned as one of Mount Isa’s finest schools for academic, sporting and cultural excellence. St Joseph’s Catholic School has a state of the art library and an indoor sport and performing arts building. We provide students with specialist teaching in Music, Drama, Instrumental Music, Physical Education, Science, Environmental Education and Cultural Studies.

Mount Isa is Western Queensland’s largest township, it is a vibrant multicultural city, a regional hub for business and is surrounded by a number of natural wonders, all within short driving distances. As a Townsville Catholic Education (TCE) teacher, you will be eligible for our Incentive Payments Remote Area Staff Scheme (IPRASS).

About the role

St Joseph’s Catholic School, Mount Isa  is seeking an experienced and dedicated  Principal. This is a full time, fixed term appointment for 4 years, commencing 13 January 2025 and running through to 13 December 2029.

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: $165,502 – $181,053 per annum pending experience
• Accommodation assistance offered
• ITAS Allowance, IPRASS Incentives
• 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 

For more information about Salary and Benefits (including additional benefits for rural and remote areas), click here.