Acting Assistant Principal – Mission (Catholic Leader)

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools; Murwillumbah; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited invites applications for Mount St Patrick Primary School, Murwillumbah, as Acting Assistant Principal – Mission. This maternity leave replacement is full-time (1.0 FTE) commencing 28 January 2027 and ending with the 2027 school year.

We seek a practising Catholic with strong leadership in Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry, NSW Working with Children Check, and accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualifications with Masters level in Religious Education, Theology or Pastoral Ministry.
• Accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) or willingness to obtain.
• Commitment to Catholic beliefs and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead initiatives that focus on mission, engagement and wellbeing outcomes.
• Develop and sustain school evangelisation and catechesis.
• Foster inclusive, safe learning environments with strong teamwork.

Skills

Religious Education

Pastoral Ministry

Leadership

Communication

Education

Masters Level in Religious Education / Theology / Pastoral Ministry

Job description

Diocese of Lismore Catholic Schools Limited invites applications for Mount St Patrick Primary School, Murwillumbah, as Acting Assistant Principal – Mission. This maternity leave replacement is full-time (1.0 FTE) commencing 28 January 2027 and ending with the 2027 school year.

We seek a practising Catholic with strong leadership in Religious Education and Pastoral Ministry, NSW Working with Children Check, and accreditation with NSW Education Standards Authority.