• Term 2 commencement or negotiated
• Salary Package negotiable based on experience
• Relocation support provided

The Opportunity

St James School is seeking a dynamic and faith-driven Principal to lead our vibrant, co-educational Catholic school. With a strong foundation in the Josephite tradition, our school serves as a beacon of faith, learning, and community.

This is an exciting opportunity to drive a school improvement agenda, ensuring:

• Strong faith formation and the integration of Gospel values in all aspects of school life.
• High-quality teaching and learning with a focus on literacy and numeracy excellence.
• A positive and engaged school community with strong partnerships between families, staff, and students.
• Continued school growth, strategic planning, and capital development.

About You

As an inspirational leader, you will bring a deep commitment to Catholic education and a passion for student success. You will be a strong people leader, fostering a positive, supportive, and high-performing school culture.

Key qualities and skills include:

• A commitment to faith formation and the Josephite tradition.
• A collaborative and relational leadership style that inspires staff, students, and families.
• Strong instructional leadership, ensuring high-impact teaching and learning.
• The ability to drive evidence-based school improvement and strategic growth.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills within the school and wider community.

Why Join Us?

At St James School, you will be part of a supportive and engaged regional school community that values faith, education, and connection. This role offers:

• The opportunity to lead a dedicated team of educators in a thriving school.
• A strong, engaged parent and parish community that values high-quality Catholic education.
• The chance to contribute to the legacy of Catholic education in the Diocese of Port Pirie.
• A welcoming regional lifestyle in the beautiful Mid-North of South Australia.

If you are a passionate and experienced leader ready to guide St James School into the future, we invite you to apply.

How to Apply

One Page covering letter and two-page statement addressing the following:

• Your motivation for applying.
• Your Catholic education leadership journey
• Share a recent example of professional learning that you have undertaken and how this has impacted your leadership and outcomes in your school?
• How would you describe the way you lead and nurture a Catholic school community?
• Describe areas of specialty or interest in your professional practice and how you might apply these at St Jame’s School.

Resume including contact details of three professional referees.

Applications close: Monday 3 March at 5.00pm