Principal - Stella Maris School, Beaumaris

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools - East Melbourne; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools (MACS) invites applications for the Principal role at Stella Maris School, Beaumaris. You will lead a vibrant Catholic learning community, guiding faith-based education and academic excellence in alignment with MACS 2030 Strategy and school governance expectations.

The successful candidate will collaborate with parish communities, staff, and families to shape a culture of inclusive learning, pastoral care, and high standards across the school.

Qualifications

• Evidence of Catholic faith leadership through active membership in a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance, guided by Church teaching and local mission.
• Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching programs and school curriculum.
• Unwavering commitment to fostering a safe, healthy workplace for MACS employees, students, parish and wider educational community.
• Strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability, and risk management within a strategic plan.
• Understanding and enactment of legislative and systemic compliance requirements for Catholic schools.
• Attributes of justice and compassion in leadership, prioritising pastoral care and high-quality education with multiple pathways for students.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills to grow teams and drive improvement across the school.

Skills

Faith leadership

Instructional leadership

Team coaching

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

VIT Registration

Master’s degree or five-year equivalent

Religious Education accreditation

Job description

Full time

2d ago , from Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools

At Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools Ltd (MACS) we envision every student to be inspired and enabled to flourish and enrich the world. MACS is the largest Catholic school system in Australia. We own, govern and operate approximately 300 Catholic schools, employ over 17,000 staff and serve more than 118,000 students and their families in the Archdiocese of Melbourne.

It is an exciting time to join MACS, where we are transforming to bring to life our strategic plan - MACS 2030: Forming Lives to Enrich the World that will help all MACS staff come together to make the most of what a Catholic education has to offer so that we have the greatest and most distinctive impact in our classrooms, staffrooms and schools communities. More details on the MACS strategy can be found here.

The MACS Code of Conduct (the Code) embodies our collective commitment to fostering a positive and supportive work environment that prioritises the health, safety and wellbeing of everyone, inspired by our Catholic faith. We ask that all staff read and understand the Code and model the behaviours that are expected of us.

YOUR ROLE

As a Principal, you will be inspired to lead a joy-filled community where students, staff, and families can flourish within a Catholic context. Your leadership will enable the vision of the school to be realised, creating an environment where everyone can reach their full potential. The role of the Principal is one of the most important roles across the MACS system, as their faith and educational leadership enables the vision of the school to be realised. This role will work in collaboration with MACS, staff members, local Parish Priest, and the broader School community to achieve the identified goals of the School.

ABOUT STELLA MARIS SCHOOL, BEAUMARIS

Stella Maris School, Beaumaris, established in 1956 is a welcoming and inclusive learning community where every child is encouraged to learn, grow and belong. Guided by its vision of Potential, Learning, Energy, Faith and Courage, the school nurtures students spiritually, academically, socially and emotionally within a strong Catholic environment.

The school delivers a comprehensive, evidence-informed curriculum with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy through explicit teaching, differentiated learning and high expectations for all students. Specialist programs in Italian, Visual Arts, Performing Arts, Physical Education and STEM further enrich learning opportunities.

Stella Maris offers contemporary learning environments, including the purpose-built Bunjil Building for Foundation to Year 2 students and dedicated learning spaces for Years 3 to 6. Recent facility upgrades have enhanced the school's modern and supportive environment. Students enjoy extensive outdoor spaces, including adventure playgrounds, a basketball court, sporting fields and an Indigenous garden, providing opportunities for active play, creativity and wellbeing.

Through its motto, Courage Always, Stella Maris empowers students to become confident, resilient and compassionate learners who are prepared to make a positive contribution to their community.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY

Stella Maris is proud of its strong sense of community, built on meaningful partnerships between students, families, staff and the Catholic Parish of Nazareth, Ricketts Point. The school values open communication, collaboration and shared responsibility in supporting student learning and wellbeing.

Parents are encouraged to play an active role in school life, contributing to a welcoming and connected community culture. The Parents and Friends Association strengthens community engagement through events and initiatives that bring families together and support school programs.

The close relationship between the school and Stella Maris Church fosters a strong connection to faith and parish life, creating a nurturing environment where students and families experience a genuine sense of belonging and shared purpose.

The Principal leads a student cohort of 120. MACS is seeking a Principal who will continue to nurture the strong relationships and actively engage with the community.

*Enrolment numbers are correct at the time of publication.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

• Evidence of strong faith leadership through being an active member in good standing of a Catholic Church community, including Sunday attendance, whilst being informed by the Church's teaching and local mission.
• Demonstrated ability in instructional leadership, including determining and implementing evidence-based learning and teaching program and school curriculum.
• Evidence of unwavering commitment to fostering a workplace that prioritises the safety and wellbeing of all, including all MACS employees, students, parish, broader Church, educational system, other schools, and educational authorities in line with current community safety standards and expectations.
• Displays a strong commitment to enrolment growth, financial stability, and a commitment to risk mitigation whilst effectively managing resources within a regularly monitored, evidence-based strategic plan.
• Demonstrated understanding and enactment of the legislative and systemic compliance requirements applicable to all Catholic schools.
• Shows attributes of justice and compassion in setting high standards for self and others in the leadership of pastoral care and the provision of an engaging education that provides multiple pathways and options for positive outcomes for young people.
• Strong coaching and leadership skills to enable team growth and development, championing innovation and improvement to support continuous learning.

All applicants are required to submit a copy or record of:

• Certified evidence of Victorian Institute of Teaching (VIT) Registration (including current criminal history check) or current Digital VIT Registration Card.
• Certified evidence of academic qualifications – inclusive of tertiary qualifications, academic qualifications additional to initial teacher education (Master’s degree or five-year equivalent) and accreditation to teach and or lead Religious Education in a Catholic School.
• Current resume
• Document addressing the Key Selection Criteria limited to four to five pages.
• The names and contact details of three referees including the Catholic Priest of the parish you regularly attend on a Sunday. These professional referees will be required to make relevant verbal responses regarding the applicant’s capacity to meet the specific local selection criteria.
• Certified statements of service from current and previous employers are required from applicants who are currently not employed in Victorian Catholic education.

Note: MACS is committed to the safety, wellbeing and protection of all children in our care. The successful candidate must hold or acquire, and maintain a VIT and/or Working with Children Check, and must be willing to obtain and maintain a national criminal history check.

Candidates must hold full Australian working rights, and provide evidence of this.

All successful candidates will be required to complete a “Schools Fit and Proper Personal Declaration”

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COMMENCEMENT DATE: Term 1 2027

APPLICATIONS CLOSE: 4:00pm Monday, 9 November 2026