DEPUTY PRINCIPAL (Primary)

Catholic Education NT; Wadeye, Katherine; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Salary sacrificing options

School vehicle

Furnished housing

Storage allowance

Power and water contribution

Incentive payments

Generous leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Discounted tuition for Catholic school

Job summary

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College (OLSHT) in Wadeye, NT, operated in partnership with Catholic Education NT, seeks a Deputy Principal (Primary) to lead faith-based and educational outcomes within a bilingual, remote community.

The role reports to the Principal and covers Catholic Identity, Teaching and Learning, Pastoral Care and Wellbeing, and Community and Culture, with responsible resource management and staff development.

Qualifications

• Must hold postgraduate qualifications in Religious Education, Theology, or Educational Leadership.
• Eligible for NT teacher registration and Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).
• Experience as a school leader with capacity to drive teaching, learning and school improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide faith-based leadership embedding Catholic values across school life.
• Lead teaching and learning across Primary years with high pedagogy and outcomes.
• Support the Principal in school improvement, innovation and cultural engagement.
• Build strong partnerships with families, staff and the wider community.
• Oversee pastoral care and wellbeing initiatives and manage resources.

Skills

Leadership

Faith-based leadership

Educational leadership

Strategic planning

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Religious Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Theology

Educational Leadership

Job description

$171,233.18 per year plus superannuation

The School:

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College (OLSHT) is the sole provider of compulsory education in the remote Aboriginal community of Wadeye, 430 km south-west of Darwin. With enrolments of 450–550 students from Preschool to Year 12, OLSHT is a bilingual and bicultural school, integrating Thamarrurr culture and the Murrinhpatha language across all aspects of learning.

The Position:

The Deputy Principal (Primary) is a key member of the school leadership team, working closely with the Principal to provide strategic and operational leadership across Catholic Identity, Teaching and Learning, Pastoral Care and Wellbeing, Community and Culture, and the effective management of resources. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead with faith and vision, making a meaningful difference in the lives of students and families.

Why work for Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College?

Competitive salary of $171,233.18 + Super

Relocation assistance of up to $4,500.

Salary sacrificing options up to $15,900.

Allocation of a school vehicle - new ute

Additional remote school benefits, including furnished housing, storage allowance, power and water contribution, and incentive payments.

Generous leave entitlements in line with the CENT Enterprise Agreement.

Funded annual professional development opportunities.

Discounted tuition for children attending Catholic schools.

Access to the Employee Assistance Program.

Living in Wadeye offers a unique opportunity to experience and learn from the rich culture, language, and traditions of the Thamarrurr community while making a meaningful contribution through education.

Key Responsibilities:

As Deputy Principal, you will;

• Provide faith-based leadership that ensures Catholic values are embedded in all aspects of school life.
• Lead teaching and learning across the Primary years, ensuring high standards of pedagogy and student outcomes.
• Support the Principal in driving school improvement, innovation, and cultural engagement.
• Build strong partnerships with families, staff, and the wider community.
• Oversee pastoral care and wellbeing initiatives for students and staff.
• Manage resources and operations in line with CENT policies and frameworks.

Full details are outlined in the position description within the Application Package

We are looking for a Deputy Principal who:

Is committed to catholic education and is a member of a Eucharistic community.

Has strong Catholic leadership experience, with a demonstrated ability to embed faith and values across school life.

Holds postgraduate qualifications (or is undertaking studies) in Religious Education, Theology, or Educational Leadership.

Is an experienced school leader with proven capacity to drive teaching, learning, and school improvement.

Demonstrates strong pastoral care and staff development skills.

Communicates effectively and has high-level organisational and administrative ability.

Is eligible for NT teacher registration and holds (or can obtain) a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).

This position will involve working with children. The appointment of the successful applicant will be subject to satisfactory employment screening for child-related employment in accordance with legislation.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

The Catholic Education Office reserves the right to close this advertisement early or extend it beyond the closing date.