Catholic School Principal — Lead K-6 Learning & Wellbeing

St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary School; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Professional development and mentoring

Discount on school fees for families

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary School Dulwich Hill invites applications for a Principal (K-6) to lead a vibrant NSW Catholic school serving 149 students. Start date: Thursday, 28 January 2027.

The successful candidate will hold postgraduate qualifications in Leadership or a related field and meet the Category E Accreditation requirements. You will lead faith life, student wellbeing, and academic excellence, with opportunities to shape school strategy and culture.

Qualifications

• Be a committed Catholic educational leader with a strong faith.
• Hold postgraduate leadership qualifications and meet accreditation requirements.
• Willingness to engage with HALT framework and Catholic mission.

Responsibilities

• Lead with faith, integrity and Catholic mission.
• Build strong relationships with staff, students, families and the Parish.
• Drive whole-school improvement and professional growth across the school.

Education

Postgraduate qualifications or Masters in Leadership, Religion, Theology or a relevant educational field

Job description

St Paul of the Cross Catholic Primary School Dulwich Hill invites applications for a Principal (K-6) to lead a vibrant NSW Catholic school serving 149 students. Start date: Thursday, 28 January 2027.

The successful candidate will hold postgraduate qualifications in Leadership or a related field and meet the Category E Accreditation requirements. You will lead faith life, student wellbeing, and academic excellence, with opportunities to shape school strategy and culture.