Catholic School Principal: Inspirational Educational Leader

Victorian Catholic Education Authority Limited; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) seeks a Principal for St Joseph’s Primary School, Springvale, to lead a faith-filled, high-impact learning community. The role drives educational excellence, Catholic faith formation and community partnerships in a nationally significant Catholic school system.

The successful candidate will oversee a team of about 70 staff and 508 students, ensuring safety, wellbeing and high standards while implementing MACS 2030 strategies and parish connections.

Qualifications

• Evidence of strong faith leadership within a Catholic Church context and active church involvement.
• Proven ability to lead learning and teaching programs with evidence-based curriculum.
• Commitment to safety, wellbeing and high professional standards across the MACS community.

Responsibilities

• Lead a joy-filled Catholic school community where students, staff and families flourish.
• Realise the school vision in collaboration with MACS, parish and the wider community.
• Guide instructional leadership, manage resources, and uphold strategic plan goals.

Skills

Faith leadership

Instructional leadership

Curriculum development

Safety & wellbeing

Financial stewardship

Enrolment growth

Job description

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) seeks a Principal for St Joseph’s Primary School, Springvale, to lead a faith-filled, high-impact learning community. The role drives educational excellence, Catholic faith formation and community partnerships in a nationally significant Catholic school system.

The successful candidate will oversee a team of about 70 staff and 508 students, ensuring safety, wellbeing and high standards while implementing MACS 2030 strategies and parish connections.