Catholic School Principal — Rural Leader, Residence Available

Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Principal residence available to rent

Financial benefits

Job summary

Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools in Toowoomba, Queensland, invites an experienced educational leader for a permanent, full-time Principal Level 2 position commencing 1 January 2027. You will lead teaching and learning, build strong partnerships with parish and community, and steward resources while advancing inclusive, high-quality education for all students.

The role requires Catholic leadership, ongoing professional formation, and willingness to travel within rural communities as part of

Qualifications

• Proven success in leading teaching, learning and inclusive education.
• Experience in leading an integrated approach to student engagement, wellbeing and academics.
• Ability to manage multiple roles and responsibilities in an education context.
• Experience leading a team to provide equitable, high-quality education in a rural school community.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and learning across the school and drive inclusive education.
• Foster strong relationships with parish, families and the broader community.
• Oversee resource stewardship and financial planning as part of executive leadership.
• Contribute to system-wide priorities within the Principal group of leaders.
• Support staff development and student wellbeing programs.

Skills

Educational leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Staff development

Strategic planning

Catholic education

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Religious Education, Educational Leadership or Theology

Job description

Diocese of Toowoomba Catholic Schools in Toowoomba, Queensland, invites an experienced educational leader for a permanent, full-time Principal Level 2 position commencing 1 January 2027. You will lead teaching and learning, build strong partnerships with parish and community, and steward resources while advancing inclusive, high-quality education for all students.

The role requires Catholic leadership, ongoing professional formation, and willingness to travel within rural communities as part of