Assistant Principal (Secondary)

John Therry Catholic College; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentorship program

Supportive leadership team

Job summary

John Therry Catholic College in Rosemeadow seeks an Assistant Principal to lead teaching quality, student wellbeing and faith formation in a co-educational secondary setting. The role begins at the 2027 school year, with ongoing professional development and mentoring provided by the CEO.

The successful candidate will have NESA accreditation, post-graduate study, and Senior Leadership accreditation or a plan to obtain it within five years, reflecting a strong commitment to Catholic education and

Qualifications

• Current accreditation to teach with NESA.
• Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline (or working towards).
• Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E) or commitment to acquiring within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to a vibrant Catholic school culture aligned with the diocese's mission.
• Support teachers with quality teaching and student learning growth using data.
• Drive school improvement initiatives in line with the vision and strategic plan.
• Ensure compliance with system, NESA, and legislative requirements.
• Foster partnerships with students, families, church, and community.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Data-driven decisions

Staff mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Catholic education

Education

NESA accreditation

Postgraduate study

Senior Leadership accreditation (Category E)

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent/Ongoing Position Full Time

Applications Close: 22 November 2026

A Co-educational Catholic College serving the Macarthur area with an enrolment of approximately 1041 pupils.

Location: John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow

The Interim Executive Director of Schools, Diocese of Wollongong, invites applications from suitably experienced leaders for the Assistant Principal position at John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow commencing at the beginning of the 2027 school year.

In the Diocese of Wollongong, Assistant Principals play a significant role in creating vibrant Catholic school communities where every student finds meaning and purpose in their life through experiencing continual growth in faith and improvement in learning. Our Assistant Principals have access to:

• excellent professional & leadership development programs
• first-class support from the Catholic Education Office (CEO) across all critical areas through our culture of connected autonomy
• a professional mentor, funded by the CEO
• a platform to contribute to the life, mission and work of the Catholic faith community.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

Located in the Macarthur region, John Therry Catholic College, Rosemeadow is a co-educational secondary school that provides a rich educational environment for its students. Inspired by the Marist tradition and named in honor of pioneer priest Father John Joseph Therry, the College is dedicated to fostering an inclusive culture where students and staff are supported to achieve their full potential. Educators at the College form a collaborative team committed to academic growth, student wellbeing and shaping confident, courageous young men and women.

Living out the College motto, Recta Sapere-to know, love, and relish what is right and just-the school embeds strong moral foundations and Christian spirit across all aspects of daily life. Its holistic approach to education balances academic achievement with structured pastoral care and spiritual development. Overall, the College focuses on guiding students to model servant leadership, live out the teachings of Jesus and make positive, lasting contributions to their local community and the wider world.

ESSENTIAL CRITERIA

To achieve success in the role, the successful candidate will be someone who can:

• Give witness to the faith and contribute to the Catholic life and culture of the school community.
• Build a learning culture of shared responsibility for quality teaching and student learning growth, informed by data.
• Build capacity through their own professional development and supporting staff by providing access to effective continual professional learning opportunities, giving regular feedback and managing performance.
• Act strategically to drive school improvement initiatives aligned to the school’s vision and strategic plan.
• Ensure that school processes meet system, NESA and legislative requirements.
• Develop and maintain positive partnerships with students, families and carers, the local church and the wider school community.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Current accreditation to teach with NESA.
• Post-graduate study in a relevant discipline (or working towards).
• Accreditation for Senior Leadership in a Catholic School (Category E) in accordance with the 'Accreditation to Work, Teach and Lead in Systemic Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Wollongong' policy(or a commitment to acquiring within a 5 year period).

WORKING WITH CHILDREN CLEARANCE

This role is classified as child related work and therefore we require a working with children clearance to be completed prior to your commencement with us.

Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong is unwavering in our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. This is at the heart of everything we do.

Every child has the right to be informed, heard, respected, empowered and to feel safe.

As school communities and as individuals, we commit to keeping children and young people safe, and to work together with them to create cultures that honour dignity and enrich wellbeing.

Affiliation: Catholic

Teaching Level: Secondary

Gender: Coed

1041 Students

90 TeachingStaff

38 Non-Teaching Staff

Single School

Offers VET

A co-educational Secondary Catholic College serving the Macarthur area with an enrolment of 1041 pupils.