Regional Principal – Lead Growth & Excellence in NSW School

Frontline Education Northern NSW; Newcastle; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Superannuation

Executive support

School leadership

Job summary

Frontline Education is partnering with a respected independent education organisation to appoint two Principals for established co-educational schools in regional New South Wales, located in Newcastle & Surrounds and the Upper Hunter. Commencing Term 1, 2027, these appointments offer experienced educational leaders a chance to shape direction, drive student outcomes and lead thriving communities.

Successful candidates will work closely with the Executive Director, providing strategic leadership,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior educational leadership.
• Strong strategic and operational management capability.
• Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• A collaborative leadership style with a commitment to shared decision-making.
• A passion for improving student outcomes and developing staff.
• Alignment with Christian values and a desire to contribute to a values-driven educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic, educational and operational leadership.
• Foster a culture of excellence in teaching, learning and student wellbeing.
• Lead and develop high-performing staff and leadership teams.
• Build strong partnerships with families, students and the broader community.
• Drive continuous improvement and long-term school success.
• Uphold and model Christian values within the school community.

Job description

Frontline Education is partnering with a respected independent education organisation to appoint two Principals for established co-educational schools in regional New South Wales, located in Newcastle & Surrounds and the Upper Hunter. Commencing Term 1, 2027, these appointments offer experienced educational leaders a chance to shape direction, drive student outcomes and lead thriving communities.

Successful candidates will work closely with the Executive Director, providing strategic leadership,