Principal - Marian Catholic College, Griffith

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga; Griffith City; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained car

Retention bonus $20,000

Relocation assistance

Private health insurance

Salary packaging

Employee assistance program

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Marian Catholic College, Griffith, seeks an innovative Catholic School Principal to lead faith, learning and community life in a regional NSW setting.

This full‑time role requires strategic leadership, strong collaboration with the diocese and families, and a commitment to Catholic values across Years 7–12.

Commencing January 2027, the successful candidate will model values in action and drive a supportive, high‑performance culture within the college.

Qualifications

• Experience as a school principal or senior leader in a Catholic education environment.
• Ability to implement faith-based curriculum and student wellbeing programs.
• Strong collaboration with the diocese, staff, families and students.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and school improvement with the leadership team.
• Model Catholic values and oversee pastoral care across the college.
• Engage with the community and diocese to sustain partnerships.

Skills

Catholic Education Leadership

Strategic Planning

People Management

Education

Master's degree in Education Leadership

Job description

Principal - Marian Catholic College, Griffith

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga - Griffith NSW

Full time, Permanent

1d ago , from Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga is seeking an innovative and experienced Catholic educator with a collaborative leadership style for the role of Principal, Marian Catholic College, Griffith.

Catholic Education Diocese of Wagga Wagga is seeking an innovative and experienced Catholic educator with a collaborative leadership style for the role of Principal, Marian Catholic College, Griffith.

Commencing for January 2027, the successful Principal at Marian will be one who is committed to the Catholic faith and incorporates this in the values and behaviours of personal and community life.

The College

Marian Catholic College is a Catholic co-educational secondary school providing a comprehensive education for students in Years 7-12 from Griffith and surrounding communities across the Riverina.

With an enrolment of approximately 700 students, Marian is a vibrant and culturally diverse College that values strong relationships between students, families and staff. The College provides a supportive learning environment in which every student is encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, socially and personally.

Inspired by the traditions of the Sisters of Mercy and the Marist Brothers, Marian Catholic College is committed to developing compassionate, confident and responsible young people. The College combines high expectations for learning with genuine care for each student, creating an inclusive community grounded in faith, service and respect.

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The Opportunity

The opportunity at Marian Catholic College presents as one ideal for both outstanding emerging leaders as well as experienced Principals eager for a regional NSW tree-change.

As Faith Leader, the Catholic School Principal models faith in action, leading the school community to enact a shared vision that focuses on the provision of a high-quality Catholic education for all students.

What we can offer

• Salary in accordance with the NSW and ACT Catholic Systemic Schools Principals Enterprise Agreement 2025
• Provision of fully-maintained car
• Retention Bonus Scheme of $20,000 ($5,000 per annum for the first four years of employment)
• Relocation assistance through Muval
• Discounted Bupa Private Health Insurance and access to Fitness Passport
• Access to Salary Packaging through Maxxia
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 5 years full-time contract with the option of an additional 5 years subject to ongoing successful Performance Reviews.

Expressions of interest close 5pm AEDT Fri 16th October.

Further timelines and interview schedules can be discussed with interested applicants upon inquiry.

CEDWW reserves the right to interview and appoint at any stage during the search process.

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