Deputy Principal - College Operations & Student Wellbeing

Catholic Education Sandhurst Ltd Careers; Kialla; On-site; AUD 134,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement

School environment

Professional development

Innovative teaching resources

Inclusive community

Job summary

St Anne's College, Kialla, seeks a Deputy Principal - College Operations & Student Wellbeing to join our Catholic school community. This fixed-term, full-time role supports the Principal in guiding mission, strategic direction and continuous improvement across learning, wellbeing, Catholic identity, and operations.

The Deputy Principal partners with CESL in implementing policies, leading change, and strengthening leadership capacity while ensuring a nurturing environment where every learner

Qualifications

• Leading within Catholic education, fostering Catholic identity, faith formation, inclusion and student wellbeing.
• Experience in leading school improvement initiatives, curriculum development and learner outcomes.
• Experience in strategic leadership, governance, compliance and administration of school operations, resources and systems.
• Leadership coaching and mentoring to build staff capability and promote professional growth.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills for collaboration across stakeholders.
• Ability to respond to complex situations with professionalism, integrity and sound judgement.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across learning, wellbeing, Catholic identity, community engagement, operations and organisational effectiveness.
• Ensure the effective implementation of CESL policies, procedures and strategic initiatives.
• Build staff capacity, lead change and develop leadership at all levels.
• Create coherence across school priorities and support professional growth of staff.

Skills

Catholic education leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Strategic leadership

Staff coaching

Education

Teacher registration (VIT)

National Police Check

Driver's Licence

Leadership accreditation

Job description

St Anne's College Kialla is seeking a Deputy Principal - College Operations & Student Wellbeing to join our friendly school environment. This is an exciting, fixed term full-time opportunity to be part of Catholic Education in the Sandhurst Diocese.

The Deputy Principal is a senior leader who works in partnership with the Principal to advance the mission, strategic direction and continuous improvement of the school. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Deputy Principal provides leadership across learning, wellbeing, Catholic identity, community engagement, operations and organisational effectiveness to ensure every learner experiences life to the full. The role creates coherence across school priorities, builds leadership and teacher capacity, leads change, and ensures the effective implementation of CESL policies, procedures and strategic initiatives.

The Deputy Principal embodies the CESL Leadership Framework and contributes to a culture where every person matters, every role contributes and every leader is called.

The Position

• Title: Deputy Principal -College Operations & Student Wellbeing
• Classification: Deputy Principal, Category B, Level 3 (CEMEA 2022)
• Salary per hour/year: $148,762 per annum (max)
• FTE / Hours per fortnight: 1 FTE (0.7 Leadership Release + 0.3 Class Load)
• Employment Status: Fixed Term ending 26th January 2028
• Location: St Anne's College, Kialla
• Other Requirements: VIT, National Police Check, Drivers License, Leadership Qualifications including Accreditation to Lead in a Catholic School.
• Potential start date: 27th January 2027

About St Anne's College

St Anne's College is a Catholic, co-educational Foundation to Year 12 college located in Kialla, on the southern edge of Shepparton. Opening in 2019 with just Foundation and Year 7, the college has added a year level each year since, celebrating its first Year 12 graduates in 2024, and now serves around 500 students from a diverse community.

Guided by its motto, Faith, Wisdom and Learning, St Anne's is a Catholic community welcoming all, inspired by a loving God. Named for St Anne, the mother of Mary, the college is part of the Diocese of Sandhurst, works closely with St Mel's Parish, and is governed by Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited. Gospel values shape daily life through prayer, liturgy and service. The college's learning culture is built on Magnify Sandhurst, an evidence-based approach that strengthens literacy and numeracy, builds supportive classrooms and integrates Catholic values into daily learning. St Anne's is a joyful, welcoming community where every student is known and supported, and where staff help shape a young college with a bright future.

About You

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in leading within Catholic education, fostering Catholic identity, faith formation, inclusion and student wellbeing.
• Proven experience in leading school improvement initiatives, curriculum development and instructional practices that promote learner growth and improved student outcomes.
• Experience in strategic leadership, change management, governance, compliance and the effective administration of school operations, resources and systems.
• Highly developed leadership, coaching and mentoring skills, with the ability to build staff capability, promote professional growth and foster collective efficacy.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills, with the capacity to lead collaboratively through consultation, discernment and respectful engagement with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to complex situations with professionalism, integrity and compassion, while exercising sound judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

What We Offer You

• A supportive and engaged school community, with opportunities for career advancement.
• The chance to contribute to the success and sustainability of a thriving school environment.
• A secure and rewarding position within Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited.
• Innovative Learning Practices.
• Opportunities to work with a diverse group of students and educators.
• Engagement with a school community that celebrates inclusivity, faith, and shared values.
• Professional development and leadership opportunities.
• A strong commitment to student welfare and holistic development.
• Access to innovative teaching resources and cutting-edge educational programs.

Magnify Sandhurst

In 2025, a diocesan first, a comprehensive and exciting new learning and teaching program was simultaneously launched across over 50 Catholic schools in the Sandhurst Diocese.

Magnify Sandhurst will be introduced across 2025 to 2027, with each phase designed to bring measurable improvements in each learning environment.

Magnify Sandhurst is set to transform learning for students with more specific and explicit teaching practices, bringing greater consistency and a more predictable and effective education experience for all students.

The Magnify Sandhurst program combines evidence-based practices in teaching and learning to support each student's unique needs, strengths, and goals, focusing on strengthening core areas like literacy and numeracy, building supportive classroom environments, and integrating Catholic values in daily learning.

Learn more about Magnify Sandhurst.

It's an exciting time to be in Catholic Education!

Catholic Education Sandhurst Limited (CESL)

CESL governs over 50 schools and early childhood learning centres across Central and North Eastern Victoria, in large regional centres and small vibrant townships. As we 'Magnify Sandhurst' with a special focus on learner growth, teacher professional development and 'healthy and well communities', we are committed to working in partnership with leaders, students and families, providing innovation and excellence; inspired by the Catholic story. We feature large regional centres of Bendigo, Wodonga, Wangaratta, Shepparton and Echuca, as well as many smaller communities where making people feel welcome is a speciality. Our motto is 'Every Student, Every Teacher, Every School, Every Day'.

Child Safeguarding Statement for Applicants

Adhering and complying to CESL's child safety expectations, policies, and commitments is essential for every CESL role, as all staff play a vital part in upholding and promoting a child-safe culture.

All applicants are encouraged to review the Catholic Education Office Sandhurst - Child Safeguarding information prior to submitting their application.

Diversity, Inclusion and Child Safety

CESL embraces diversity and social inclusion and encourages people from diverse backgrounds to apply. We are committed to ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and inclusion of all children.

Applications Close: 4pm, Thursday 12th November 2026