Catholic School Performance & Leadership Coach

Catholic Schools Office Diocese of Armidale; New South Wales; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Armidale Catholic Schools invites applications for a School Performance Leader to strengthen leadership capacity across Catholic school principals and leadership teams. Commencing January 2027 or earlier by negotiation, candidates must have at least five years as a Principal and hold relevant post-graduate qualifications.

The role focuses on developing strategy and culture, leading change, and embedding Catholic values and pastoral care within school life.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and strategic thinking with ability to build capacity across multiple schools.
• Experience as a principal (minimum five years) and relevant post-graduate qualifications.
• Demonstrated commitment to Catholic education and pastoral care integration.

Responsibilities

• Build leadership capacity in principals and leadership teams across ACS.
• Develop strategy and culture to drive school improvement and change.
• Collaborate with ACS Leadership Team, Schools and Office to improve outcomes.
• Support Annual Improvement Plans and translate strategy into action.
• Lead teaching and learning improvements aligned to Catholic values.
• Foster a cohesive Catholic Professional Learning Community and religious accreditation readiness.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Change management

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Education degree

Postgraduate qualification in religious education or theology

Job description

Armidale Catholic Schools invites applications for a School Performance Leader to strengthen leadership capacity across Catholic school principals and leadership teams. Commencing January 2027 or earlier by negotiation, candidates must have at least five years as a Principal and hold relevant post-graduate qualifications.

The role focuses on developing strategy and culture, leading change, and embedding Catholic values and pastoral care within school life.