Deputy Principal (Primary) – Remote Catholic School Leader

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College; Wadeye; On-site; AUD 154,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Furnished housing

School vehicle

Salary sacrifice options

Remote benefits package

Leave entitlements

Professional development opportunities

Tuition discounts

Job summary

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College seeks a Deputy Principal (Primary) to provide strategic, faith-based leadership in Wadage, NT. This full-time role includes competitive salary, relocation, furnished housing, and a vehicle.

The college serves 450–550 students in a bilingual environment and is part of the CENT education community, offering professional development and opportunities for cultural engagement.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in Religious Education, Theology, or Educational Leadership.
• Eligible for Northern Territory teacher registration.
• Holding or able to obtain Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card).

Responsibilities

• Provide faith-based leadership embedding Catholic values across school life.
• Lead primary teaching and learning with high pedagogy and student outcomes.
• Support Principal in school improvement, innovation, and cultural engagement.
• Build partnerships with families, staff, and community.
• Oversee pastoral care and wellbeing initiatives for students and staff.
• Manage resources and operations per CENT policies.

Skills

Faith-based leadership

Strategic leadership

Staff development

Communication

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Religious Education

Postgraduate qualifications in Theology

Postgraduate qualifications in Educational Leadership

Job description

Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Thamarrurr Catholic College seeks a Deputy Principal (Primary) to provide strategic, faith-based leadership in Wadage, NT. This full-time role includes competitive salary, relocation, furnished housing, and a vehicle.

The college serves 450–550 students in a bilingual environment and is part of the CENT education community, offering professional development and opportunities for cultural engagement.