Assistant Principal

Catholic Education Office - Diocese of Bathurst

4d • Onsite

About The Position

St Mary's CPS, Orange is seeking an Assistant Principal to join the senior leadership team to support the faith, inclusion and academic excellence of the school community. This is a full-time permanent teaching position with an initial 3-year Assistant Principal allowance, commencing Term 3 2026. The role involves creating a faith community, modeling excellence in teaching and learning, providing leadership in religious education, leading initiatives to improve student wellbeing and achievement, supporting and developing teachers, collaborating on strategic planning and resource management, and promoting a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school culture.

Requirements

• A committed and practising Catholic who can articulate and promote a deep understanding of the mission of Catholic education.
• Accredited, or qualified to be accredited, at least at Category D, but preferably at Category E or willingness to attain Category E in your first contract period.
• Hold relevant tertiary qualifications and NESA accreditation to teach in NSW.
• Demonstrated success as an accomplished teacher with high expectations for student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to foster a learning culture of shared responsibility focused on quality teaching, and quality learning for all students, and ensuring excellence in teaching and learning
• Proven leadership in faith formation, education, and staff development.
• Experience building effective partnerships with families and parishes.
• Ability to use data and research to inform continuous improvement.
• Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team leadership skills.
• A strong commitment to Catholic values and the mission of the Church.
• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of three referees, which must include your current principal, the parish priest of the parish at which you regularly worship, and your school consultant (or equivalent if you are outside the CEDB)
• All supporting documentation (statements of service, transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)
• A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.
• Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Nice To Haves

• Accredited at Category E, or willingness to attain Category E in your first contract period.

Responsibilities

• Creating a faith community that brings the Gospel and teachings of the Catholic Church to all the students, families and staff;
• Model and promote excellence in teaching and learning with a focus on evidence-based, inclusive pedagogy.
• Provide leadership in religious education, ensuring faith development is integral to school life.
• Lead initiatives that improve student wellbeing, engagement, and achievement.
• Support, mentor, and develop teachers and middle leaders to foster professional growth.
• Collaborate on school-wide strategic planning, resource management, and community engagement.
• Promote a safe, welcoming, and inclusive school culture that values every member of the community.

Benefits

• Access to a wide range of employee benefits
• Supportive school community
• Career growth - access to professional development and mentoring programs to help you thrive
• Diverse opportunities
• Work-life balance - enjoy the balance of fulfilling work with lifestyle-friendly benefits
• Access to Fitness Passport & salary packaging

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree