Assistant Principal- Secondary

Catholic Schools Office Diocese of Armidale; Moree; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

St Philomena’s School in Moree seeks an inspirational Assistant Principal to join our Catholic school community, nurturing faith, fostering excellence, and supporting every student to flourish. The successful candidate will work with the Principal to provide strong educational leadership across planning, programs and staff development.

Active Catholic commitment, expertise in 7-12 curriculum, and proven leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Active Catholic with commitment to Catholic life.
• Four-year trained classification with relevant experience.
• Possession of qualifications per the Framework for Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools—Category E.
• Deep knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and 7-12 curriculum.
• Proven leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation, and time management skills.
• Ability to build relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Demonstrated professional development in Religious Education, Leadership, Curriculum and Student Care/Wellbeing.
• Proficient in ICT.
• Negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience in leadership roles in Catholic schools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare and deliver effective learning and teaching programs across the school.
• Provide instructional and leadership support to the Principal.
• Develop staff at individual and whole-school level and build leadership capacity.
• Foster positive relationships with all members of the school community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Organisation

Time management

ICT proficiency

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Staff development

Relationship building

Leadership in Catholic Schools

Education

Four-year trained classification

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 13 September 2026

St Philomena’s School, Moree, is seeking an inspirational and dedicated Assistant Principal to join our vibrant Catholic school community. This is an exciting opportunity for an educational leader who is passionate about nurturing faith, fostering a culture of excellence, and supporting every student to flourish.

Position Purpose

The Catholic School is more than an educational institution. It is a key part of the Catholic Church - an essential element in the Church's mission. The Teacher assists the Principal, to demonstrate strong support for the vision and ministry of the Catholic school.

Teachers are supported in their role to be able to provide quality teaching in a stimulating and challenging environment where everyone is valued. This position isresponsible for all aspects of the planning, preparation and delivery of effective learning and teaching programs across the school.

Commencement

The commencement date for this position will be negotiated with the successful applicant.

• An active Catholic with an appreciation of and commitment to Catholic life and practice.
• Four-year trained classification with relevant experience.
• Possession of, or willingness to obtain appropriate qualifications in accordance with Category E of the Framework for Accreditation of Staff in Catholic Schools.
• Demonstrated deep knowledge of contemporary pedagogical practices and 7-12 curriculum, with a demonstrated ability to implement these practices to a very high standard in contemporary classrooms.
• Demonstrated highly effective leadership, collaboration, communication, organisation and time management skills.
• Proven ability to work positively with students and their parents/teachers on behaviour support matters.
• Demonstrated ability to develop staff at individual and whole school level and to build the leadership capacity of staff.
• Demonstrated capacity to build relationships with all groups in the school community.
• Evidence of relevant recent professional development related to Religious Education, Leadership, Curriculum and Student Care/Wellbeing.
• Proficient in the use of ICT.
• Demonstrated skills in negotiation and conflict resolution.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in leadership role/s in Catholic School/s.

For questions regarding the professional nature of this position, please contact Alistair Stewart, Principal on [phone] or email [e-mail]

Preferred applicants must have the right to work in Australia and will be subject to employment screening.

Affiliation: Catholic
Teaching Level: Primary
Gender: Coed

444 Students
33 TeachingStaff
25 Non-Teaching Staff

St Philomena's School is a co-educational centeral school catering for 417 students K - 10.Our mission is to provide students with a Catholic Education in a caring, disciplined environment where striving for excellence and respect for others are promoted.