Assistant Principal Administration (APA)

Brisbane Catholic Education; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 157,000; Full time

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Job summary

Brisbane Catholic Education invites applications for an Assistant Principal Administration (APA) at St Andrews School, Ferny Grove. The role is a substantive 5-year appointment with potential extension, supporting the Principal in leadership and school improvement.

Start date is 18 January 2027, 30 hours per week, with a salary range of AUD 149,763 to AUD 157,120 plus 12.75% super. Applications close 22 October 2027.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Assistant Principal, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Deputy Principal, Head of Campus or Principal, or a senior leadership role in Catholic schools.
• Experience in teaching and leading the teaching of religious education.

Responsibilities

• Build the religious life of the school and a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community.
• Grow engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school.
• Build a sustainable school community with transparent accountability and resource stewardship.

Skills

Leadership experience

Religious education leadership

Education

QCT registration

Job description

• Work Hours: 30 hours per week
• Status: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal (with a further 5 years offered subject to a positive reivew), with an underlying continuing teaching status.
• Contact: Amanda Steer, Principal | Email: [e-mail]

About our school

St Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school’s philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about this 'Little Place with a Big Heart'.

Job description

Summary

• Position Title: Assistant Prinicpal Administration (APA)
• Location: St Andrews School - Ferny Grove
• Start date: 18/01/2027
• Work Hours: 30 hours per week
• Status: This is a substantive 5 year appointment as Assistant Principal (with a further 5 years offered subject to a positive reivew), with an underlying continuing teaching status.
• Salary: $149,763.00 - $157,120.00 + 12.75% super
• Ad close date: 22 October, 2027
• Contact: Amanda Steer, Principal | Email: [e-mail]

About our school

St Andrew is a Catholic primary school located in the western corridor of Brisbane, with an enrolment of over 530 students. Rooted in the spirit of St Benedict, St Andrew enjoys a unique arrangement with St Williams School, Grovely, and Our Lady of Dolours School, Mitchelton, under the Grovely parish umbrella. The school’s philosophy centers on making Jesus real in the lives of the St Andrew family, valuing relationships through the UBUNTU philosophy, which teaches that we are who we are because of other people. Our warm, caring community and supportive culture among staff are at the heart of all we do. Explore our school website to learn more about this 'Little Place with a Big Heart'.

About the opportunity

Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) invites applications for this School Senior Leadership position with the capability to support the Principal in:

• building the religious life of the school and a vibrant Catholic identity within the school community;
• growing the engagement, progress, achievement and wellbeing of each student in the school; and
• building a sustainable school community, ensuring stewardship of resources with transparency, accountability and compliance

About you

To be successful in this position you will bring relevant contemporary skills and experience including:

• Experience as an Assistant Principal, Assistant Principal Religious Education, Deputy Principal, Head of Campus or Principal, or a senior role providing support and leadership to Catholic schools, or equivalent experience
• Experience in teaching, and leading the teaching of, religious education.

Eligibility and Safeguarding requirements

• Eligibility to work in Australia for the duration of the appointment
• Current registration with Queensland College of Teachers (QCT)
• For this position you are required to be Catholic (or a faith partner of one of our ecumenical schools).

Why choose BCE

Join us and be part of the largest Catholic Diocese in Queensland, nurturing your personal and professional development goals. As a valued member of our organisation, enjoy these and other rewards:

• Opportunities for career advancement and professional development
• Competitive remuneration and flexible work arrangements (position dependent)
• Access to targeted AI tools and training with a focus on innovation and strong ethical standards. Learn more here: The Rome Call for AI Ethics and Microsoft Australia News Centre
• Salary packaging and salary-sacrificing options
• Active staff social club and wellness programs
• Personal support for our employees and families through the Employee Assistance Program.
• Fitness Passport access - discounted membership giving you flexible access to a wide network of gyms, pools and fitness facilities for you and your family.

Please note applications for this position may be considered as they are received, and an appointment made prior to the advertised close date.

Everyone at BCE models and fosters a commitment to the safeguarding of children and promotes a culture where student protection is everyone’s responsibility. The Archdiocese of Brisbane has standards of conduct for workers to maintain a safe and healthy environment for children. Our commitment to these standards requires that we conduct working with children checks and background referencing for all persons who will engage in direct and regular involvement with children and young people and/or adults-at-risk. The organisation is fully committed to child safety and has a zero tolerance to abuse of children or adults-at-risk.

Equity and inclusion are at thecore of our Catholic valuesand we recognise the benefits of a diverse workforce. We encourage and welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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