Catholic School Acting Assistant Principal (K-6)

Sydney Catholic Schools; Sydney; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

School fee discount for families

Professional development

Leadership development pathways

Wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Mosman, part of Sydney Catholic Schools, invites applications for Acting Assistant Principal (K-6). Start date 28 January 2027.

You will lead teaching excellence, foster staff development, and build a strong faith-based school community across the Mosman campus. The role requires postgraduate leadership qualification and a track record in leading school improvement, with a commitment to Gospel values and parish partnerships.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate or Masters in Leadership, Religion, Theology, or Education.
• Ability to drive a high-performance, improvement-focused school culture.
• Lead with Gospel values and contribute to the Church's mission.
• Experience overseeing staff induction, development, and performance.
• Promotes religious leadership and parish partnerships.
• Exemplary classroom practitioner with the ability to lead effective teaching and learning strategies.
• Skilled at strengthening school and system-wide networks.
• Meets Category E Accreditation requirements or plans to meet them in first term.
• Experience leading school-wide Positive Behaviours for Learning.
• Experience or qualifications in gifted education and EALD (desirable).
• Cover letter addressing essential criteria and rationale for role.
• Academic transcripts and references from current/previous managers and Parish Priest.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching excellence and foster staff development.
• Build a strong, faith-centered school community.
• Ensure continuity of leadership when the Principal is engaged across partner schools.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Postgraduate/Master’s in Leadership or Theology or Education

Job description

Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Mosman, part of Sydney Catholic Schools, invites applications for Acting Assistant Principal (K-6). Start date 28 January 2027.

You will lead teaching excellence, foster staff development, and build a strong faith-based school community across the Mosman campus. The role requires postgraduate leadership qualification and a track record in leading school improvement, with a commitment to Gospel values and parish partnerships.